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.
🌍John Glenn Columbus International Airport(CMHIATA),4600 International Gateway,☏ +1 614-239-4083.Direct flights to most major American cities. Aside from rental cars, the airport can also be reached by the #92 bus, or by taxi. A taxi ride to downtown is only 10 minutes and will cost approximately $25. Depending on your schedule and where you are connecting to, it may be worthwhile to check flights to Dayton as well, as they are often cheaper.(updated Jul 2019)
🌍Rickenbacker International Airport(LCKIATA).A smaller international airport farther from the city core. A small number of passenger airlines and charter flights use this airport. This airport services a small number of general aviation flights. A former US Army, and later Air Force base, it was named after World War I fighter ace and Columbus native Eddie Rickenbacker and still hosts a small military presence.(updated Dec 2018)
Get around
By car
By bus
🌍COTA(Central Ohio Transit Authority).Not the best bus service, but it can take you to most important places in the city, which should be about 5 blocks away from any conceivable location you need to go to.This service costs $2.00 for an express bus and $1.50 for a normal bus. Transfers are free; ask for one from the bus driver when you pay your fare.(updated Jul 2019)
🌍Franklin Art Glass,222 E Sycamore St,☏ +1 614-221-2972.Handcrafted stained glass, since 1924. One of the world’s largest and highly respected creators of stained glass.(updated Jul 2019)
🌍3rd & Sycamore(Tiki Botanicals),650 S 3rd St,☏ +1 614-674-2443.Huge variety of high-end scented candles, soaps, scrubs, lotions, incense, and many other nice-smelling things, all in an artistic and friendly shop. A delight for lovers of scents and elegance.(updated Apr 2024)
Eat
Budget
🌍Katzingers Deli,475 S Third St(Third St and Livingston Ave, the northern edge of German Village),☏ +1 614-228-8854.(updated Jul 2019)
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.(updated Mar 2019)
🌍Thurman's Cafe,183 Thurman Ave,☏ +1 614-443-1570.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.$10-20.(updated Jul 2019)
Drink
The Brewery District is in South Columbus.
Stay safe
Hospitals
Nationwide Children's Hospital
🌍Nationwide Children's Hospital,700 Children's Dr(just south of I-70 in central Columbus.),☏ +1 614-722-2000.More than six square city blocks with 1.5 million square feet of space on its downtown hospital and research campus, and is regarded at the nation’s 5th largest free-standing children’s hospital.(updated Jul 2019)
🌍Columbus Arthritis Center,1211 Dublin Rd,☏ +1 614'486-5200.Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Fibromylagia, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Polymyositis, Sjogrens syndrome, Scleroderma, Vasculitis, Gout and Osteoporosis. Top and one of few Ohio facilitities!
🌍Comfort Suites,5944 Scarborough Blvd,☏ +1 614-552-2525,fax: +1 614-552-2526.Peaceful setting conveniently located off I-70 exit 110. All-suite hotel with indoor pool and free continental breakfast bar.
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