Attractions
Family FavoriteOhio Caverns
Under $25Ohio's largest and most colorful cave system, with guided walking tours near West Liberty.
City guide · Ohio, USA
Things to do in Columbus & Central Ohio
Caves, hills, and an outdoor drama under the stars
- Sightseeing
- Sport & Outdoor
- Attractions
- Theatre & Events
- Nearest airport: CMH, about 6 miles
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Three to see first in Columbus & Central Ohio
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Sightseeing
Local GemBucyrus
FreeA north-central Ohio county seat known for its historic downtown and annual Bratwurst Festival.
Sport & Outdoor
Outdoor AdventureHocking Hills Canopy Tours
$50+Ohio's original zipline canopy tour operator, with courses ranging from family-friendly to high-speed.
Sightseeing
Outdoor AdventureHocking Hills
FreeA Southeast Ohio region of sandstone gorges, waterfalls, and hiking trails around Old Man's Cave.
Attractions
Family FavoriteOhio Caverns
Under $25Ohio's largest and most colorful cave system, with guided walking tours near West Liberty.
Theatre & Events
IconicTecumseh! Outdoor Drama
$25–$50An epic outdoor drama retelling the life of Shawnee leader Tecumseh, staged nightly each summer near Chillicothe.
Sightseeing
Family FavoriteDublin, Ohio
FreeA Columbus suburb famous for championship golf and the world's largest Irish festival.
Sightseeing
Local GemZanesville, Ohio
FreeA pottery-heritage river town famous for its unique Y-shaped bridge.
Sightseeing
History BuffMarion
FreeA north-central Ohio county seat known for its presidential history and a revitalized downtown.
Sightseeing
Local GemAthens, Ohio
FreeA hilly Appalachian college town in southeast Ohio, home to Ohio University and a historic brick-lined uptown.
Sightseeing
Local GemMiami County, OH
FreeA western Ohio county along the Great Miami River, anchored by Troy's historic square and Piqua's canal history.
Sightseeing
Local GemPickaway County
FreeVisitor bureau for Pickaway County, Ohio, home of the Circleville Pumpkin Show and area parks and history.
Sightseeing
History BuffFairfield County
FreeConvention and visitors bureau for Fairfield County, Ohio, south and east of Columbus.
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About Columbus & Central Ohio
Central Ohio hides more drama than its interstates let on: the cliffs and waterfalls of the Hocking Hills, caverns glittering underground, and a summer-night outdoor epic staged in a hillside amphitheater. Columbus anchors it all with big-city museums and food halls. Rent a cabin, pick a trailhead, and slow down.