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Amusements

• A.D. Farrow Harley Davidson Dealership
  491 West Broad Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-228-6353, 800-231-8436
  You'll see displays of vintage motorcycles that trace the evolution of the Harley Davidson at this dealership that was the first Harley Davidson dealership established in America in 1912 and is still an operating dealership. more...  map

• Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort
  4560 Hilton Corporate Drive • Columbus, OH 43232
  614-868-1380
  Fort Rapids is a 60,000 square foot indoor waterpark. They also have rooms available for overnight stays, suites for family vacations, banquet rooms for conferences and other special events, an arcade, and several places to eat. more...  map

• Magic Mountain Fun Center
  8350 Lyra Drive • Columbus, OH 43240
  Located in North Columbus
  614-844-4FUN
  Family amusement center that offers an array of activities for the whole family to enjoy including adventure golf, a large arcade, a children's playland, laser tag, go-karts, and bumper boats. more...  map

Historic Homes & Buildings

• Historic Roscoe Village
  381 Hill St. • Columbus, OH 43812
  70 miles east of Columbus in Coschocton
  740-622-9310, 800-877-1830
  Offers a look at life in an 1800's canal town accented by a wonderful mix of distinctive shopping and delectable dining. Enjoy costumed craftspeople and shopkeepers performing their trades. more...  map

• Kelton House Museum (circa 1852)
  586 East Town Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-464-2022
  This beautiful Victorian house and garden celebrates all things Victorian and provides a window into the culture and way of life in Columbus during that era. There are many items that will give you a feeling of having a personal and intimate glimpse into the events of individuals who lived through the 19th century with displays of ornate silver, pressed flowers, a brooch woven of hair, and many other items showcased. The museum shop offers items that are in accord with the period. more...  map

• Ohio Statehouse, The (circa 1839)
  77 South High Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-752-9777, 888-644-6123
  The central focus of a ten acre square, the Statehouse is home to the office of the Governor and the chamber of the House of Representatives. The building is an excellent example of understated Greek Revival style, with noticeable Doric influences, and is listed on the register of National Historic Landmarks. Statues and monuments of interest pepper the ten acres that surround the Statehouse.  more...  map

Historic Sites & Monuments

• Serpent Mound
  3850 State Route 73 • Peebles, OH 45216
  937-587-2796, 800-752-2757
  Surrender to the awe inspired at this site that is still a baffling conundrum to modern historians. Located 90 miles southwest of Columbus, this historic mound is the finest remaining example of an Indian effigy mound that slithers over a quarter mile area and is five feet high in some places. The mound is a testament to the religious and mystical nature of the ancient Native Americans and there is a tower from which the mound may be viewed, as well as a small museum that explores what is known of the original inhabitants of the region and its geological history.  more...  map

• Shrum Mound
  Located at McKinely Avenue, Campbell Park
  614-297-2630, 800-686-1535
  Believed to be constructed around 2,000 years ago by the prehistoric Adena people, this 25 foot tall Indian mound is 100 feet in diameter and its grassy summit affords a nice view of surrounding woods and water. more...  map

Museums & Galleries

• Columbus Center for Paper & Book Arts
  539 East Town Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-316-3948
  Tucked away in a charming, historic carriage house, this center features quarterly gallery shows, a miniature Gutenberg Press, popular hands-on workshops and European Papers studio shop. Treasure trove of imported papers (more than 100), beads, charms, alternative art materials, calligraphy, collage and bookbinding supplies. Handbound books and gifts.  more...  map

• Columbus Museum of Art
  480 East Broad Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-221-6801
  This museum anchors its collection on pieces of early Modernist art and also displays and collects contemporary art. Exhibitions in various media are held with paintings, photography, and less traditional forms of art included. Educational programs and special events are held throughout the year. more...  map

• Columbus Santa Maria, The
  243 North Fifth Street, Suite 210 • Columbus, OH 43215
  Located at Battelle Riverfront Park
  614-645-8760
  Offering tours and programs while bearing a relation to the city’s namesake, this museum quality replica of the Santa Maria, one of the three ships that made the voyage leading to the discovery of America, offers a chance to see the inner workings of the 15 century wooden ship that braved the unknown in search of new lands. In addition to the tours and events, the ship can be rented for parties, receptions, and other special occasions. more...  map

• Hawk Galleries
  153 East Main Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-225-9595
  Featured displays at these galleries include paintings, sculptures, glasswork, and functional art objects from a collection that includes masterworks in contemporary glassworks and sculpture by such noted masters as Christopher Riles, Dale Chihuly, Jon Kuhn, and William Morris. Hours are Tuesday through Friday 10 to 5:30 P.M., Saturday 11 to 5 P.M. and Sunday 1 to 5 P.M.   map

• Heritage Museum of Kappa Kappa
  530 East Town Street • Columbus, OH 43216
  614-228-6515
  Located in an Italianate mansion that was built in 1852 and was once the Civil War home of a former Ohio governor, this museum makes use of the history of Kappa Kappa Gamma to trace the changing role of women in higher education throughout history. The Victorian rooms in the mansion depict the lifestyle of that era. more...  map

• Jack Nicklaus Museum
  2355 Olentangy River Road • Columbus, OH 43210
  614-247-5959
  Honoring the achievements of golf icon Jack Nicklaus, this museum displays exhibits that trace his illustrious career, as well as other exhibits that showcase legends of golf, major events, and championships in the history of the sport. more...  map

• King Arts Complex, The
  867 Mount Vernon Avenue • Columbus, OH 43203
  614-645-5464
  A performing and cultural arts facility that is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the cultural and artistic heritage of African-Americans and hosts an array of visual art exhibits, as well as a wide range of performing arts events. They are located in a National Register of Historic Place building that was built in 1925 as a Pythian Temple and an array of performing, cultural, and educational programs are also available. more...  map

• Ohio Craft Museum
  1655 West Fifth Avenue • Columbus, OH 43212
  614-486-4402
  Presenting five major exhibitions each year, this museum features exhibits in the Criterion Gallery, as well as rotating exhibitions in Gallery Two. The Craft Research Library and Media Center provides research materials and events that will entertain people of all ages are held throughout the year. more...  map

• Ohio Historical Center
  1982 Velma Avenue • Columbus, OH 43211
  614-297-2300, 800-653-6446
  The 1989 Smithsonian Guide to Historic America describes this museum as “probably the finest museum in America devoted to pre-European history.” The museum includes exhibits of natural history that reach to the murkiest mists of prehistory and studies of the early culture and lifestyles of the human natives that populated the region before the advent of Europeans on the continent of North America. The state archives that are housed at the museum offer copious options and tools for research and the museum bookstore offers a varied selection of books, replicas, crafts, and other history related items.  more...  map

• Ohio Women's Hall of Fame
  145 South Front Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-466-4496
  Featuring a display that includes the names of the members of the Ohio Women’s Hall of Fame, as well as photographs and biographies of the inductees, this hall of fame honors Ohio women who have contributed to the growth and progress of our state, our nation, and our world. more...  map

• Riffe Gallery
  77 South High Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  Located at Vern Riffe Center
  614-644-9624
  Under the auspices of the Ohio Arts Council, this gallery hosts exhibits of collections from various museums throughout the state of Ohio and is a showcase for the work of Ohio artists. Exhibits include a variety of media ranging from paintings and sculptures to quilts that warrant inspection and admiration. more...  map

• Thurber House, The
  77 Jefferson Avenue • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-464-1032
  The childhood home of the author James Thurbor, this museum house is dedicated to the memory and work of the and includes a literary center, museum, and book store.  more...  map

• Wexner Center for the Arts
  1871 North High Street • Columbus, OH 43210
  Located at Ohio State University
  614 292-3535
  The Wexner Center features four exhibition galleries, a video exhibition space called "The Box," the Film/Video Theater, Performance Space, a "black box" theater with flexible seating; Ohio State's Fine Arts Library and Cartoon Research Library, the Wexner Center Store, and Cam's on Campus. Adjacent to the Wexner Center, Mershon Auditorium is a premier venue for dance, music, theater, lectures, multimedia presentations and more. more...  map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

• Franklin Park Conservatory
  1777 East Broad Street • Columbus, OH 43203
  614-645-8733, 800-214-7275
  This conservatory offers 90 acres of international gardens to be enjoyed and explored with some of the habitats you may visit including the Japanese Gardens, the cool Himalayan Mountains, a Pacific Island, a Tropical Rainforest, and a Bonsai Garden. Tours of the facility are offered and a wide range of educational programs are offered.  more...  map

• Schiller Park
  1069 Jaeger Street • Columbus, OH 43206
  614-645-3156
  Situated on 24 beautiful acres, this park includes the resplendent Huntington Perennial Gardens, a fishing pond, basketball courts, a softball field, a playground, a picnic area, a recreation area, an amphitheatre, and four lighted tennis courts. During the summer months, the park offers tennis lessons and hosts the National Junior Tennis League Program for beginners.   map

• Scioto River Park
  Located at Downtown Columbus Riverfront
  614-294-6023
  Columbus natives use this downtown, riverside area as the site for a variety of events and festivals. Covering a two block radius, this river park is anchored by Genoa Park and Bicentennial Park and events held at the park include the annual Fourth of July fireworks display, the Columbus Arts Festival, the Jazz and Rib Fest, and fetching Christmas decorations during the holiday season.  map

• Sharon Woods
  6911 Cleveland Avenue • Westerville, OH 43081
  614-891-0700
  This lovely, wooded city park is circumscribed by a four mile bike loop that skirts ponds and forests that are dense with deer and other wildlife. The trails are all flat, paved, well taken care of, and safe making it the perfect place to ride with children or for those wanting a casual and relaxing ride through a soothing, scenic environment.

• Topiary Park
  480 East Town Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  Located in Downtown Columbus
  614-645-0197
  Situated on the former site of the Ohio School for the Deaf, one block south of the Columbus Museum of Art, the Topiary Park is a unique arts project. Georges Seurat's famous post-impressionist painting, "A Sunday on The Island of La Grande Jatte," was recreated in topiary by local artist James T. Mason. The Topiary Park Museum Shop/Visitors Center is open from April through December. more...  map

Tours & Cruises

• SegAway Tours of Columbus
  400 North High Street • Columbus, OH 43215
  614-222-3005
  Enjoy the thrill of riding on a Segway while you discover the charm and history of Columbus. During this two-hour tour, you will explore miles of peaceful parkland along the Scioto River, the thriving Short North arts district, the vibrant Arena District and historic downtown. more...  map

• Zanesville & Western Scenic Railroad
  The Zanesville and Western Scenic Railroad provides a tourist destination in Southeast Ohio, offering passenger train excursions and motorcar operations on an exceptionally scenic and historic rail line known as the Glass Rock Line. more...  map