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".. is well known for their modern architecture and public sculptures." Bittenbythetravelbug	".. is cool, too, but I thought three Ohio cities on a short list like this would have definitely made me look a bit biased!" Dangerous-business
".. is such a sports-loving city that there's a good chance there will be some sort of game on when you're in town." Dangerous-business	".. is one of my favorites and it's totally underrated." Ivasays
".. is the hometown of Andrew Higgins." Thewalkingtourists	".. is home to fewer than 41 different craft breweries, and half a dozen distilleries - meaning you could spend a whole weekend visiting them and still only scratch the surface." Dangerous-business
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".. is well-known for great little neighborhoods, thriving art and fashion scene, delectable restaurants, eclectic bars and breweries and a coffee-lovers dream with loads of locally owned coffee shops!" Ohiogirltravels	".. is Ohio's capital city." Ohiogirltravels
".. is one of the fastest growing cities in the country, and it's a fantastic summer destination." Everydaywanderer	".. is actually a huge test market for many large chains as well." 2foodtrippers

Columbus's character in words:

Historic Food Art Architecture Shopping Very touristic Size: City By a river

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Itineraries

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But Did You Know…Prohibition & Franklin County, The Moonshine Capital of the World

> Image Courtesy of The Library of Virginia

From the earliest colonial settlement into the industrial era of the 1800s, producing spirits became a part of life for the small rural communities of Southwestern Virginia. The agricultural aspects of the communities and a lack of roads to transport produce grown on the lands to other parts of the state resulted in ...

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The Best Columbus, Ohio Holiday Events This Year

> 7. Ohio History Center

Ohio Village in Columbus turns into an eighteenth century town filled with shows, activities, and crafts geared toward folks from 1 to 101. Christmas Carol Puppets in the School House to a visit with St. Nicholas in the Church, Dickens of a Christmas ...

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20 Free (or Nearly Free!) Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio - Tripelle

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Beer Lovers Must Visit the Brewery District – The Brewery District is a popular place in Columbus, and it is where you must visit if you love all things beer related. While you can grab a pint at any restaurant, these breweries are always going to be a better ...

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Things to do

20 Free (or Nearly Free!) Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio - Tripelle

The city of Columbus in Ohio may be large, and it may be the capital, but that doesn’t mean you will be wowed as soon as you arrive. That wow moment will come once you realize how many things to do in Columbus, Ohio are available to you. The city of Columbus is almost in the center of the state of Ohio.

- 3. Wander Through Powell Street Market - 5. Explore the North Market

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Top Things to Do in Columbus: Getting Around

From downtown Columbus you can walk to COSI and the Short North Arts District. There is a bike share program and Bird e-scooters. Columbus recently got a huge grant to develop connected cars and an electric vehicle network. A free interactive gallery, Smart Columbus Experience Center, offers test drives in electric ...

- Columbus Zoo and Aquarium - North Market

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The Best Ways to Discover Food in Columbus

Columbus has an incredible food scene. There are several ways that you can sample what Columbus has to offer during your visit. My girl’s weekend visit was filled with the best combination of variety and delicious food. The tour does a great job of spacing out the food over the course of a few hours.

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The Fascinating Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

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Discover Ohio: A learning vacation - Family Travels on a Budget

> Discover Ohio: Fun things to do in Columbus, Ohio

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5 Tips for Viewing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

> 1. See the balloons being inflated.

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5. Drive over the Natchez Trace Parkway Bridge , Natchez Trail Parkway

> 4 thoughts on “6 Captivating Things to do in Franklin TN (Day Trip From Nashville)”

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Weekend Getaways: Columbus, OH

> Things to do in Columbus

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Top Indoor Columbus, Ohio Activities to Beat the Cold

> North Market

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2. Water, Water Everywhere! Tour Seneca Lake

> 6. Pick a Peach at a Local Farmers Market

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The Best Columbus, Ohio Holiday Events This Year

> 4.Columbus, Ohio Holiday Events: Easton Town Center

Accommodation

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1. Dine at The Guild House

> 3. Stay in the Luxurious Hotel LeVeque

.. of hotels. It overlooks the Scioto River in a historic downtown Columbus landmark high-rise building. ...

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Discover Ohio: A learning vacation - Family Travels on a Budget

> Where to stay in Columbus, Ohio?

Choosing where to stay in Columbus, Ohio might depend on what you want to do during your stay. If you’ll be going to museums, attractions and restaurants closer to downtown, consider staying at one of the historic hotels in Columbus, Ohio. ...

- Where to stay in Cincinnati, Ohio? - Three historic hotels in Columbus, Ohio we recommend are:

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The Best Columbus, Ohio Holiday Events This Year

> Columbus, Ohio Holiday Events: Where We Stayed

.. on our recent visit. Our king bed was really comfortable, there was plenty of space in the separate seating area, and The Kid has her own area to hang out and relax. ...

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2. Water, Water Everywhere! Tour Seneca Lake

> Where to Stay: Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel

Eat & drink

The Food:

Let’s talk about food first. It’s always our first thought and I like to have options in case I suddenly have a hankering for something specific. Make a reservation in advance for any of the dinner spots, especially on a weekend night. ...

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A Weekend In Franklin County, Iowa

> Good Eats

Our large group dined at two restaurants in Hampton – Rustic Brew and La Frontera. ...

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The Best Ways to Discover Food in Columbus

> Food Truck Lunch

Columbus has a large food truck scene in just about every style of food you could imagine. We discovered my new favorite food truck during a festival at a park downtown. ...

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Weekend Getaways: Columbus, OH

> Good eats!

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5 Tips for Viewing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

> 5. Find and book a reservation at NYC restaurant nearby for lunch.

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1. Dine at The Guild House

> 6. Eat at Flowers & Bread

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2. Water, Water Everywhere! Tour Seneca Lake

> 13. Eat and Shop on Franklin Street

Transport

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A weekend in Columbus, Ohio

> the Columbus Zoo

Wear your walking shoes today! Feel free to pack a picnic lunch, just leave straws and glass at home as they are dangerous to the animals. Strollers, wagons and wheelchairs are welcome — or you can rent a stroller at the park. ...

- Buckeye Nut Trail

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Sport

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2. Water, Water Everywhere! Tour Seneca Lake

> 4. Hike the Gorge Trail at Watkins Glen State Park

Featuring dramatic cliffs and 19(!) waterfalls (more on that in a minute), Watkins Glen State Park is a superstar in the New York State Park system. Day visitors should plan to hike the Gorge Trail to see the best of the park, including the 85-foot high suspension bridge. During a flood in 1935, the water rose to ...

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The Fascinating Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

> National Parks Passport

FDR was an avid stamp collector. He began the hobby at just 8 years old after a suggestion from his mother. During his bedridden years after contracting his illness and twelve years as president, FDR used his hobby as a stress reliever. ...

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Top Things to Do in Columbus: Getting Around

> Scioto Mile

Along the Scioto River, the nine parks comprising the Scioto Mile include running, biking and walking paths, public art, performance pavilions, fountains, swinging benches, bird watching, and a climbing wall. ...

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Discover Ohio: A learning vacation - Family Travels on a Budget

> Sports fan?

Costs & Budget tips

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The Best Columbus, Ohio Holiday Events This Year

> 2. Columbus, Ohio Holiday Events: Dragon Lights Columbus

You’re going to want to head to the Ohio Expo Center for this magical experience. From November 23 – January 6, larger than life nylon lanterns with twinkling lights illuminate the Natural Resources Park for Dragon Lights Columbus ...

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20 Free (or Nearly Free!) Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio - Tripelle

> 2. Listen to Live Music at Live Polaris

Listening to live music is one of the best things to do in Columbus, Ohio for free during the summer. Simply head over to Polaris Fashion Place on Thursdays throughout the summer. The lawn area is large, and you can find the perfect spot to lay a blanket out if you arrive early enough.

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Tours

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Columbus Food Adventures ~ Taco Truck Tour

> Taco Truck Tour

The Taco Truck tour is really popular because there are over 40 taco trucks in the city. Our tour began in the parking lot of an aquatic center and began with intros and a brief overview of our tour. You should also note that Bethia has an awesome accent. ...

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20 Free (or Nearly Free!) Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio - Tripelle

> 11. Take a Tour of the Statehouse

Tours of the Statehouse are always free, but you will need to make sure you are there during the times the guided tours are available. It is easy to check ahead by looking at the website or simply calling. ...

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General tips

5 Tips for Viewing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

.. for over a decade now. We’d shop and sip eggnog lattes at Starbucks, see the Rockettes’ famous high kicks in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and admire the massive glittering tree in Rockefeller Center as skaters glided by on the rink below. But something we hadn’t ever done was to see the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day ...

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20 Free (or Nearly Free!) Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio - Tripelle

> 14. Have a Cultural Experience at the Columbus Art Walks

The Columbus Art Walks are self-guided audio tours that come complete with walking maps. The walks go through many different districts in the city including Capitol Square, German Village, the Brewery District, and Highland West. ...

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Discover Ohio: A learning vacation - Family Travels on a Budget

> Cincinnati attractions for adventurers

Cincinnati attractions for urban adventurers make for a fun twist on traditional adventure activities. Here are some fun ideas for those who like exciting challenges: ...

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Port Columbus International Airport

10 km

Rickenbacker International Airport

17 km

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Good

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Expensive

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Moderate

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2-3 days

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Nearly none

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Normal

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May, September

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The city Columbus has a population of over 850,106. And also, Columbus is in center United States. The nearest big city is Cincinnati. And also, it offers you the possibility to relax after a long city walk next to by a river.

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