Granville, Ohio travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Granville is a city in the Greater Columbus area of Ohio.

5 sights · 2 things to do · 2 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Granville

Denison University

Bryn Du Mansion

Avery–Hunter House

Alligator Effigy Mound

Denison University Squash Team

A highly ranked squash team.

Robbins Hunter Museum

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 — 20 mi away (major hub). Directions
LCK Rickenbacker International Airport, Columbus — 28 mi away. Directions

Granville is 35 mi east of Columbus, the capital of Ohio.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

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 Denison University, Piper Stadium, Avery–Hunter House
Lunch The Granville Inn
Afternoon Robbins Hunter Museum, Denison University Squash Team
Dinner Buxton Inn
Evening The Pub on Broadway

Day 2

Morning Bryn Du Mansion
Afternoon Alligator Effigy Mound

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

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