Although Columbus is a great walkable city, it's also easy to get around. There are lots of great options to get around the city by car, bike or bus. Here are ways you can get around Columbus when you're here:

Uber connects people looking for rides with available transportation providers. For those not familiar with this service, Uber works in an on-demand fashion. You can't pre-arrange as far in advance as you can for taxi service, but a simple push of a button will connect you to a transportation provider who will pick you up in minutes. The app finds the available drivers closest to you in real time, giving you an estimated pick up time (with a text message alert or phone call when your driver is very close.) Payment is handled entirely through the app and there is no need to exchange money or swipe a credit card at the end of your trip. An average fare between downtown and Port Columbus International Airport is $15, though in times of high demand, surge pricing may come into effect. UberBLACK, the more luxurious option, has drivers that are licensed chauffeurs and drive black luxury sedans or SUVs. They carry commercial insurance and are often limo company drivers who take Uber fares during downtime. UberBLACK service generally runs at around a 40% premium compared to a taxi service.

transportationThe CBUS, operated by COTA (Central Ohio Transit Authority), is a FREE downtown circulator that runs every 10-15 minutes from the Short North Arts District to the Brewery District. Pick up the CBUS right near the Greater Columbus Convention Center and head down to the Brewery District where you can mark a place off of your Ale Trail brew book at the Columbus Brewing Company restaurant and brewery, or explore the brick streets of German Village and enjoy a Columbus-favorite Pistacia Vera Macaron. The CBUS is the perfect way to explore the surrounding downtown neighborhoods and runs Monday-Thursday 7 a.m -9 p.m., Friday 7 a.m.- midnight, Saturday 9 a.m.- midnight and Sunday 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

For those looking for a little exercise, the CoGo Bike program is a great way to get around downtown. The CoGo Network spans 300+ bicycles and 30 stations located throughout downtown Columbus, including a station right in front of the convention center. The bikes are available for use 24 hours/day, 365 days/year with unlimited 30-minute trips. A 24 hour pass is $6. You can view the CoGo stations here.cogo

If you're not ready to try something you're not familiar with, there are more than 535 taxicabs in Columbus, the largest being Yellow Cab.

Look for the pin! In Columbus, we're dedicated to providing visitors with an amazing experience. Look for the Greater Columbus Certified Tourism Ambassadors wearing a gold star pin. This shows that they are fully trained and certified to assist you with whatever you may need. You can find more great options here or download the printable transportation guide and bring it with you the next time you're in Columbus!