The City of Columbus Ohio...
Small City Charm With Big City Attractions

The City of Columbus Ohio, with its small city charm, portrays the spirit and vivacity of a city that was built on immense dreams and an approach that all things are achievable. Yet it offers all of the big city attractions, without the huge crowds of people and astronomical costs.

Richly diversified in culture, it excels in performing arts, theater, museums, entertainment, exquisite communities and much more.

Yet just off the beaten path you'll discover secret places... like hidden natural waterfalls...





Columbus is home to so many great things...of course if you're into sports... the OSU Buckeyes come to mind! (Go Bucks!)


Is this your first time here? Did you just move here? Are you planning a vacation here?

Then you landed at the right place!   Here you will find:

So much more, in fact, that many families are relocating here or making the City of Columbus Ohio their destination for annual getaways. Columbus is home to many safe, family-friendly neighborhoods as well as myriad attractions, spanning the spectrum from cultural to recreational to educational. Families who do not wish to relocate often buy timeshare properties in or around Columbus, usually during the same season as their favorite Columbus sports team.


So let me take you...
Exploring in and Around the city of Columbus Ohio first hand... let's get started!



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Papa Johns - Stoneridge

I ordered Pizza for the kids, went to pick up and upon inspecting the pizza's before leaving I noticed that one had a huge hair. I asked if it was free.

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Zamarelli's Pizza Palace in Grove City

Best pizza I've ever tasted. They make everything in there by hand themselves. My friends have been going there for years and they say the people in there

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Zamarelli's Pizza Palace in Grove City

Best pizza I have ever tasted. Totally old school and I love it! They make everything in there by hand themselves.

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Columbus Ohio Events

This is your guide to the Columbus Ohio Events. You'll find the information you need to be able to come out and enjoy the festivities and expos!

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Recent retirement party

We chose LaScala for my husbands retirement party hosted by his former employer, Armstrong Steel. The excellent service, food and atmosphere helped make

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Woodys BBQ being worked on?

Drove by Woody's today and someone was working on the roof? The doors were actually open! Any updates on this

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Chinese Restaurant Columbus Ohio Directory

The Chinese Restaurant Columbus Ohio Directory will help you find the great cuisine of the Chinese Restaurants in Columbus.

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Columbus Ohio Seminars and Workshops

Information for Columbus Ohio Seminars and Workshops

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Columbus Ohio Festivals Information

Your guide to Columbus Ohio Festivals.

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My City My Town

Night photos of down town Columbus

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City lights of Columbus.

This photo was taken at night. Showing all the light of the city. Thanks, John C Fleshma

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The Pizza Columbus Ohio Directory

The Pizza Columbus Ohio Directory lists the pizza establishments in and around Columbus.

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Charles W Fairbanks Festival in Unionville Center

Join the fun at the Charles W Fairbanks Festival in Unionville Center, Ohio.

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Jazz and Rib Fest in Columbus, Ohio

The Jazz and Rib Fest in Columbus will celebrate in July at the riverfront downtown. Come join the fun and get the best ribs around!

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RiverFest in Columbus, Ohio

RiverFest in Columbus Kick-Off. Come join the fun!

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Zoombezi Bay Waterpark

Zoombezi Bay Waterpark - The newest of the waterparks in Columbus Ohio opened in May 2008 and is a blast!

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Baby Boomer - LaScala Restaurant

My husband and I are baby boomers - we are so glad this restaurant has the dinner and shows like the British Invasaion - with dancing - WOW a place that

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Ringside Cafe Experience

I went to the ringside with a friend last week and we both had the burger and fries they were excellent and so was the draft beers we had. The place is

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Finding a Job in Columbus Ohio

Finding a Job in Columbus Ohio

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Sunset on the Scioto

One of my favorite places to go running is along the east side of the Scioto River. Mapquest calls it Griggs Reservoir Park...GoogleMaps calls it James

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House of Japan Dublin and Polaris

I love House of Japan!! I love the food, love the egg yolk sauce and the salad dressing. It's a favorite lunch spot to meet friends and for just my mom

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Easter in Columbus

Celebrating Easter in Columbus with easter egg hunts and lots of goodies!

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Heavenly Pizza

If you have not tried TAT's Pizza, you have to. I have tried at least 20 different restaurant's pizza around Columbus and have to say, TAT has the best

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Woody's BBQ

Woody's BBQ will not be reopening. Its sad but I hope someone buys it

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Evening falls on Columbus

This was taken during a wedding at Confluence Park.

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Columbus Ohio Fact

Columbus is the largest city and capital of the state of Ohio. Founded in 1812, it was named for Christopher Columbus, the famed explorer and became the state capital in 1816.

Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus
Statue in Downtown Columbus.




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