Overview
Columbus/South is defined as being South of I-70 in Columbus, Ohio. It includes German Village, Brewery District, New Rome, Valley View, Galloway, Urbancrest, Grove City, Obetz, Groveport and Brice.
6 things to do · 8 places to eat · 3 places to stay
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Best things about South
Eldorado Gaming Scioto Downs
Gambling venue with harness racing and betting.
Scioto Audubon Park
Actors' Theatre Company
Three Creeks MetroPark
Large metropark.
Scioto Grove Metro Park
Offers fishing, kayaking, disc golf, and archery.
Magic Mountain Fun Center East
Climbing playground, bumper cars, go-karts, arcade, mini-golf, batting cages.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jul and Jun. (climate data from nearby Columbus)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Columbus — 6 mi away (major hub). Directions
- LCK Rickenbacker International Airport, Columbus — 9 mi away. Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Actors' Theatre Company, Scioto Audubon Park
- Lunch Thurman's Cafe
- Afternoon Three Creeks MetroPark, Magic Mountain Fun Center East
- Dinner Barcelona Restaurant & Bar
Day 2
- Morning Eldorado Gaming Scioto Downs
- Lunch Old Mohawk Restaurant
- Afternoon Scioto Grove Metro Park
- Dinner Schmidt's Restaurant und Sausage Haus
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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What to ask about, for your diet
Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder
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Get around
By car
By bus
Do
Culture
Sports
Nature
Other
Buy
Eat
Budget
Eat Lunch Wagons (Called loncheras or lovingly referred to as "roach coaches")
Cater to a Latino labor force, are becoming a common sight around town and are very popular with those in the know. Similar to the lunch wagons so popular in Hawaii, but with a Latino twist. They are subject to inspection by the health dept. and should not be feared but enjoyed.
Eat Old Mohawk Restaurant
Great pasta, burgers, turtle soup.
Mid-range
Eat Schmidt's Restaurant und Sausage Haus
A traditional German restaurant. Has a sister sweet shop next store that sells fudge. Schmidt's stalls are a common sight at Columbus fairs and events.
Eat Thurman's Cafe
The Thurman Burger is loaded with all types of meat, including ham and bacon and globs of all of your favorite garnishings. The wings are also rumored to be excellent, but it's difficult to go there and not order one of their fantastic burgers.
Drink
The Brewery District is in South Columbus.
Sleep
Budget
Stay Comfort Suites
Peaceful setting off I-70 exit 110. All-suite hotel with indoor pool and free continental breakfast bar.
Mid-range
Stay safe
Hospitals
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Southern suburbs
Natural attractions
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