The Columbus community has been able to safely reopen amidst the COVID-19 pandemic by ensuring proper health and safety protocols are in place, including a citywide mask mandate. Currently, a statewide curfew is in effect from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. indefinitely to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The Franklin County stay-at-home advisory, also in effect indefinitely, asks citizens not to leave their residences or travel outside of Ohio unless it is absolutely necessary. Learn more about the travel advisory and how you can help.
While we're sad we can't make it to each of you in person, we were glad to see many of your faces on camera to tell you about all the new and exciting things happening in Columbus. You heard updates from Columbus' major group-friendly attractions, destinations and hotels and learned about what we are doing at Experience Columbus and how our city is putting the health and safety of you and your groups at the forefront. Reference this Know Before You Go document to be prepared for your next trip to Columbus.
Columbus is a city built on bold ideas and fueled by relentless optimism. Right now, it's more important than ever to look forward. By spreading hope and happiness, we can outlast the spread of COVID-19. As friends, neighbors and family, let's live to love. Live to give back. And show the world all that's possible when you Live Forward.
Columbus neighborhoods
One of the best things about visiting Columbus is the chance to explore its fascinating and fun-filled neighborhoods. Few cities around have such a mix of diverse neighborhoods located throughout the city, making it the perfect place for your group to visit next.
It’s not hard to find things to do in Columbus. In fact, with so many top-ranked attractions, one of the hardest parts about any trip is deciding which activity will have to wait until the next visit. Get a first look at Adventure Cove at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. This brand-new, state-of-the-art sea lion habitat is home to seven sea lions and features an amphitheater with daily shows and a glass-encased underwater viewing tunnel. See thenewest exhibit hereand then book your group to see it firsthand.
This brand-new, state-of-the-art sea lion habitat at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is home to seven sea lions and features an amphitheater with daily shows and a glass-encased underwater viewing tunnel.
Columbus Lodging
Whether you prefer one of the city’s 4,000 downtown hotel rooms, in the heart of the action, or a suburban property located throughout the city and close to many of our top-rated attractions, we’ve got you covered.
