Top Columbus Art & Culture

Discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of German Village on this walking food tour. Explore cobblestone streets lined with beautifully restored cottages while sampling delicious dishes from local favorites. Highlights include tastings at Katzinger’s, a Food Network-featured deli, and Schmidt’s, known for its iconic cuisine. The tour concludes at Barcelona, where you can enjoy paella and sangria, providing enough food to replace a meal. This engaging 3.5-hour journey runs from March to November, accommodating vegetarians with prior notice and covering over 2 miles of walking. Perfect for food lovers and those seeking a taste of Columbus culture. - 3.5-hour walking tour of German Village, Saturdays & Sundays at 2 PM - Sample dishes from 5 popular eateries including Katzinger’s and Schmidt’s - Vegetarian options available with advance notice - Enjoy a delicious conclusion with paella and sangria at Barcelona

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the historic streets of Columbus, Ohio! Explore the quaint and beautiful historic downtown. See the historic sights like the Ohio Statehouse, Columbus Firefighters Memorial, and Columbus City Hall. Take in the beautiful views from the Scioto River Greenway. Explore and see the many unique shops, restaurants and sights. Go at your own pace and see the best of what Columbus has to offer. Ready to discover Columbus in a whole new way? Let the adventure begin!

Explore Columbus, Ohio in a more interactive way than a traditional sightseeing tour with this app-based scavenger hunt. Get to know the city in a playful, interactive format, discovering little-known features and facts about Ohio's capital. Play solo or with a team, making it ideal for parties and team-building events.

Explore Columbus on your own time and at your own pace with a playful and interactive scavenger hunt that gamifies your sightseeing experience. The app-based tour will lead you through the city, providing trivia questions and challenges to solve as you explore Columbus landmarks. A great activity for team-building and group outings, this scavenger hunt offers a memorable way to explore Columbus.

Swap the usual “what should we do today?” debate for a fun, hands-on candle making class hosted at a trendy local brewery in Columbus. In this hands-on experience, Instructor Mariah will guide you step by step as you design and pour your own custom candle. You’ll explore different scents, learn how fragrance, wax and wicks work together and create a candle that feels completely personal. And the best news? No experience is needed. Get ready for an experience that is creative, relaxing and way more memorable than sitting through another average happy hour. This class is ideal for couples looking for a unique date night, friends planning a girls’ night out, solo guests who want a calming creative escape and travelers searching for a local activity beyond the typical sightseeing list. Come for the cozy atmosphere, stay for the joy of making something with your own hands and leave with a custom candle that feels totally you.

Take a leisurely stroll with us through Columbus’ hip Short North and savor its culinary delights. More than just an arts district and home to the monthly Gallery Hop—a famous downtown Columbus event—the Short North also boasts a wealth of dining and shopping opportunities. The Short North is packed full of Columbus’ best restaurants, boutiques, bistros, and nightlife. This local food and walking tour is designed to show off some of the best that the Short North and Columbus have to offer. We’ll start at the North Market, Columbus’ historic public market, where we’ll meet some of the local food vendors and learn the history of the building. We will then stop at neighborhood eating establishments, sampling some of their signature dishes, and hearing their stories. Stops will include some neighborhood favorites, and some highly regarded new additions including Brassica, Jeni’s Ice Creams and The Guild House.

Columbus's culinary scene comes alive on the Alt Eats Tour, a guided journey through one of the city’s vibrant immigrant neighborhoods. Sample a range of international cuisines, including Filipino, Vietnamese, Yemeni, and Brazilian delicacies, while learning about their cultural significance. Perfect for food lovers, this van-based tour provides enough tastings to replace a meal, making it both a delicious and informative experience. Join a small group and enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned van as you explore the diverse flavors that Columbus has to offer. - 3.5-hour guided culinary tour every Friday at 6 PM - Sample dishes from 5 different international food stops - Vegetarian options available with advance notice - Comfortable 14-passenger van transportation included