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Great place to visit enjoy local art, restaurants, and shops

Berliner is one of the largest sports parks in Columbus. It holds softball, baseball, football and volleyaball tournaments for all ages. The park is open all year round with a sports complex on site. Great for walking trails or playing any type of sport.

Eldorado Downs is located 20 minutes south of the hotel. There are live horse-races daily, as well as live entertainment and two restaurants with a variety of options.

Nationwide Arena is the home of the Columbus Blue Jackets hockey team. The arena offers a variety of entertainment options from sports to music and so much more. Please see www.nationwidearena.com.

COSI is a science and research center located in Columbus. This is a great place for a family day with over 300 interactive exhibits and fun for all ages!

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is a world of adventure that does a world of good. The Zoo is home to more than 9,000 animals representing 650 species from around the globe. A recreation and education destination that includes the 22-acre Zoombezi Bay water park and 18-hole Safari Golf Club, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was named the named the number one zoo in America by USA Travel Guide!

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a premier horticultural and educational institution showcasing exotic plant collections, special exhibitions, and a signature collection of work by glass artist, Dale Chihuly. Set within the 88 acres of Franklin Park, the Conservatory houses more than 400 species of plants from a variety of global climate zones and features a Victorian Palm House with more than 40 species of palms.