Welcome to Columbus, Ohio!

I always have tons of readers asking for suggestions on the best things to do in the city and this list covers most of my favorites!

Feel free to email me at girlaboutcolumbus@gmail.com if you have further questions – I’d love to help!

(map c/o On Lane Avenue )

TO BRUNCH:

• Katalina’s – try the pancake balls!
• Milestone 229 – fabulous views.
• Alchemy Juice Bar + Cafe or TRISM – tons of healthy options, smoothies/juice/bowls.
• Skillet –  cozy German Village spot that serves season, farm to table fare.
• Wolf’s Ridge Brewing – great atmosphere, beermosas, and doughnuts.

You can find a full listing of GAC’s recommendations on Where to Brunch in Columbus here.

TO LUNCH:

• • Brassica – Mediterranean-influenced, casual, perfect lunch spot.

 

• • North Market – Tons of food options, including Little Eater, Jeni’s, and Pistacia Vera.

 

• • La Chatelaine – Cozy and delicious French bakery & bistro.

 

• • Northstar Café – Tons of healthy options – try the Buddha Bowl.

 

• Lindey’s – Charming Columbus classic. Sit on their patio if it’s warm!

TO DINE:

• • Marcella’s – Great happy hour. Italian.

 

• • Harvest Pizzeria – Casual pizza spot in German Village with an awesome patio.

 

• • Nada – Fun + contemporary Mexican. Great for large groups.

 

• • Martini Modern Italian – Best filet in town. Upscale but inviting atmosphere.

 

• Figlio – Delicious Italian.

TO INDULGE:

• • Pistacia Vera – Macarons, delicious treats.

 

• Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – You can’t come to Columbus and not try Jeni’s! The best!

TO CAFFEINATE:

• • Mission Coffee Co.

 

• • Kittie’s Cakes

 

• Fox in the Snow Cafe

TO JUICE:

• • Alchemy Juice Bar + Cafe

 

• • Native Cold Pressed

 

• • TRISM

 

• Zest Juice Co.

TO DRINK:

• • Curio

 

• • The Keep

 

• • Seventh Son Brewing

 

• • Pins Mechanical Co.

 

• • The Pint House

 

• Standard Hall

FOR THE KIDS:

• • Columbus Zoo

 

• • COSI

 

• Franklin Park Conservatory (especially the Children’s Garden!)

Check out all of my recommendations for the kiddos HERE.

TO SHOP:

• Easton Town Center
• Polaris Fashion Place
• Short North
• Worthington Farmer’s Market
• Columbus Flea

TO FIND SOMETHING UNIQUE:

• • STUMP Plants

 

• • Vintage Toast

 

• • Cub Shrub (for the littles!)

 

• • Rowe Boutique

 

• • Homage

 

• • Vernacular

 

• You can find a full listing of GAC’s favorite local shops here.

TO SEE:

• • Scioto Mile

 

• • Columbus Zoo

 

• • Ohio State University

 

• • Park of Roses

 

• • COSI

 

• German Village

TO STAY:

• • Hilton Downtown

 

• • German Village Guest House

 

• • Hotel LeVeque

 

• • The Westin

 

• • Reniassance Downtown

 

• The Joseph

TO PAMPER:

• • The Blowout Bar

 

• • The Spa at River Ridge

 

• • Charles Penzone

 

• • Virtue Vegan Salon

 

• The W Nail Bar

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TO SWEAT:

• • Thank Yoga

 

• • The Fitness Loft

 

• • LA Fitness

 

• System of Strength

{image via Columbus video production company Wolfstreet Creative}