There is so much to see and do during your stay in Columbus. When not visiting the Exhibition Hall or attending programs and courses of Annual Session, be sure to see what the capitol city has to offer – there is much to do within walking distance of the convention.

What to see in Columbus

What has 27 galleries, 30 restaurants, 60 specialty shops, and 25 pubs? If you guessed the Short North Arts District, then you are correct. Located only one block north of the Convention Center, this unique neighborhood is a must-see during your stay in Columbus. Relax after a day of continuing education courses at R.J. Snappers, voted the best seafood restaurant by Columbus Monthly, or go see contemporary paintings at the trendy Gallery V. For more information please visit the Short North Arts District website, or call 614-228-8050.

For the true golf fan, no stop to Columbus would be complete without visiting the new Jack Nicklaus Museum located on The Ohio State University’s campus. Since it’s opening in May of 2002, attendees have enjoyed thousands of artifacts and memorabilia that chronicle the Golden Bear’s accomplishments. For more information please visit the Jack Nicklaus Museum website.

Visit the country’s first major league stadium built specifically for soccer! Please visit the Columbus Crew website for more information about the Crew and to purchase tickets.

The Center of Science and Industry, COSI, is a great educational adventure for the whole family during your stay in Columbus. Located just minutes from the Convention Center, it offers 10 themed exhibits, 3 theaters, and the world’s only high wire unicycle! Gadgets, one of the most popular exhibits, is an interactive display of pulleys, gears, lasers, and electrical circuits. While there you can become an engineer for a day and build your own bridge or split laser beams.

Celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium with an enjoyable visit to the largest municipally owned zoo in the United States! Attractions include the African forest region, where you can hear the roar of a leopard or see the largest primate in the world, the western lowland gorilla. The whole family is sure to have fun with over 600 species and 7000 specimens of animals. Please click here Columbus Zoo for information about times, location, and special events.

A visit to an upscale Cameron Mitchell restaurant is a must during your education vacation in Columbus! From seafood to Italian cuisine, Cameron Mitchell’s 14 area restaurants are sure to satisfy any tastebuds. Martini Italian Bistro, a Top Ten Italian eatery, is located right across from the Convention Center and Mitchell’s Steakhouse is just minutes away in downtown.