Things to Do in Columbus
12 curated spots from Columbus itineraries
Activities & Attractions
5 curated experiences
Columbus Museum of Art
Explore modern and classic works, sculpture garden, and special exhibits. Indoor photography is generally allowed in most galleries (without flash); check posted signs in each room.
2h · $18-20
German Village Architecture & Book Loft
Wander the brick streets, photograph historic homes and gardens, then get lost in the multi-room Book Loft for browsing and quirky interior shots.
2h · Free (shopping extra)
Goodale Park Walk & Photography
Walk the paths, photograph the pond, flowers, and views back toward the skyline; loop through nearby Victorian Village streets for historic homes.
1h 30m · Free
Live Music at Natalie’s (Grandview/near Downtown)
Catch a ticketed show of jazz, roots, or indie in an intimate setting; arrive a bit early for a drink and photos of the stage setup. Ask staff about shellfish-free options if you snack; there are usually pizzas and small plates without shellfish.
2h · $20-40 ticket plus drinks
Ohio State Campus Walk – Oval & Wexner Center for the Arts
Walk the Oval, photograph campus architecture, and visit the Wexner Center for contemporary art. Check exhibit signage for any photography restrictions inside galleries.
2h · Free (Wexner admission varies, often low-cost)Restaurants & Food
7 local favorites
Budd Dairy Food Hall
Multi-vendor food hall in a restored dairy building with rooftop seating and city views; choose shellfish-free vendors like pizza, burgers, tacos, or pasta. Explicitly avoid stalls serving shellfish and confirm with each vendor about cross-contamination.
1h 30m · $20-35 per person
Condado Tacos (Short North location)
Build-your-own tacos with a colorful, tropical-inspired interior; choose proteins like chicken, steak, or veggies and explicitly avoid any shellfish toppings or specials, confirming your allergy with staff.
1h 15m · $18-25 per person
Harvest Pizzeria (German Village location)
Casual pizzeria with fresh toppings, salads, and a relaxed patio; order a margherita or veggie pizza and a salad. Shellfish is rarely on the menu; verify with server and avoid any seasonal special containing seafood.
1h · $18-25 per person
Kafe Kerouac (Campus-area café)
Bohemian coffee shop with records and books; enjoy coffee, tea, and simple pastries. Pastries and drinks are shellfish-free; just avoid any pre-made items with unclear ingredient lists.
45m · $8-12 per person
Lalibela Ethiopian Restaurant
Cozy Ethiopian spot with injera platters and rich stews; choose vegetarian combos or beef/chicken dishes that are shellfish-free. Confirm allergy with staff so they steer you away from any shrimp or seafood dishes.
1h 15m · $18-25 per person
Northstar Cafe (Short North)
Bright, veggie-forward café with big windows and plants; order the Northstar Burger, Buddha Bowl, or tacos. Many clearly shellfish-free options; staff are used to handling allergies, so confirm and avoid any daily specials featuring shellfish.
1h · $18-25 per person
Pistacia Vera
Elegant bakery café with sunlit interior and patio; order quiche, croissants, or desserts and coffee. Many pastries and plates are shellfish-free; confirm ingredients for any specials and avoid items with vague “seafood” references.
1h · $12-18 per person