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About Columbus
Columbus's Short North District pulses with street art, vintage breweries, and first-Friday gallery crawls packed with creative energy. The capital city balances Buckeye football passion with upscale dining and a thriving tech scene. The Scioto Greenway offers urban parks.
Best months to visit
June, August, September
Things to do in Columbus
Explore Short North's murals, galleries, and independent shops
Tour the Ohio History Center or Wexner Center for the Arts
Walk the Scioto Riverfront Park with downtown views
Attend Ohio State football games at the Horseshoe stadium
Sample craft beers at local breweries
Visit the German Village neighborhood with brick row homes
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
January
3C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
11C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
22C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
August
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
September
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
November
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
7C
Cold, with some rainy days.
Columbus, Ohio's capital, is a sprawling, fast-growing city built around Ohio State University, with a food and craft brewery scene that's quietly become one of the Midwest's best. The German Village neighbourhood's brick streets and the North Market's stalls give it pockets of old-world charm amid an otherwise modern, business-driven skyline.
Best areas to stay in Columbus
Short North
An arts district with galleries, restaurants and a monthly Gallery Hop event.
German Village
A historic brick-streeted neighbourhood with beer gardens and boutique shops.
Downtown / North Market
The civic core, home to the historic North Market food hall.
Ohio State University area (Campus)
The university campus and surrounding student-oriented bars and eateries.
Getting to Columbus
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Flights
Fly into John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), about 20 minutes from downtown.
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From London
~9–11 hours from London with one connection.
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Getting around
A car or ride-share covers most neighbourhoods; the Short North and German Village are each individually walkable.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Columbus?
May to June and September to October bring mild weather; college football weekends in autumn bring big crowds and energy if Ohio State is playing at home.
How do I get to Columbus?
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is about 20 minutes from downtown with connections via major US hubs.
What is German Village?
A historic neighbourhood south of downtown with brick-paved streets, 19th-century cottages, beer gardens and independent shops.
Is Columbus a college town?
Yes — Ohio State University is one of the largest in the US, and its campus area (the Short North and surrounding districts) has a strong student and arts scene.
What food is Columbus known for?
A diverse food scene including a strong Somali and broader immigrant food culture, alongside North Market's stalls and a notable craft beer and cider scene.
Traveler reviews
★★★★☆
North Market had a fantastic range of food stalls — easily spent two hours just grazing between vendors.
Julie A. · September 2024
★★★★★
Visited during a Buckeyes home game weekend and the city-wide energy was infectious, even as a non-football fan.
Kevin O. · October 2023
★★★★☆
German Village's brick streets were a charming contrast to the rest of the city — good spot for a relaxed evening.
Rachel T. · June 2024
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