hills, hops and home teams - experience columbus
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DAY ONEMorning | Start your day with a tour of famed Ohio Stadium. Sit in the press box, stroll through the suites and sport your best O-H-I-O on the 50-yard line. Then, tour the nearby Jack Nicklaus Museum which pays homage to the golf legend as well as the history of the game.
Lunch | Enjoy a laid-back American lunch at Barley’s Brewing Company known for its selection of craft beers.
Afternoon | Visit Camelot Cellars or Signature Wines. Both are urban wineries with a modern feel.
Evening | Columbus is a sports lover’s destination so catch a game to cheer on the team. Join the Columbus Crew SC (one ten inaugural Major League Soccer clubs), the Columbus Blue Jackets (National Hockey League) or the Columbus Clippers (Triple-A-affiliate of the Cleveland Indians) depending on the season.
DAY TWOMorning | After breakfast at your hotel, hit the links at one of Columbus’ 50+ golf courses. Forecast too chilly? Head to Black Wing Shooting Center, Ohio’s five-star rated shooting clubhouse and one of the largest firearm pro shops in the state.
Lunch | Rusty Bucket Tavern & Restaurant welcomes you to the friendly eatery and hangout spot founded in Columbus.
Evening | Test your luck at Elderado Scioto Downs, a live harness horse-racing venue offering 24-hour gambling on slots as well as live bands. Or, take-in full-service Hollywood Casino Columbus with over 2,200 blockbuster slots, 70 table games and 36 tables of live poker. You won’t go hungry: both offer a variety of dining options within a range of budgets.
DAY THREEMorning | Grab breakfast downtown at the historic North Market where you’ll be welcomed by the aroma of coffee, baked goods, fresh produce and meats. On Saturdays during growing season venture outside for a farmer’s market on the plaza. From June through October, be sure to stop by on Sunday for Market Flea when local artisans, vintage sellers and furniture makers congregate.
As you head out of Ohio’s capital city, get into the action in Hocking Hills, an adventure travel destination where rafting, canoeing, mountain biking and ziplining enthusiasts all get a thrill!
HIGHLIGHTSExperience the fourth largest football stadium in the nation
Discover why Columbus has been named a top golf destination
Enjoy craft brew while trekking the Columbus ale trail
Test your luck at the poker table, race track, and more
HILLS, HOPS AND HOME TEAMSideal for groups of 25 or fewer
CONTACT US It’s easy to find things your group will love to do in Columbus. Get more details at experiencecolumbus.com/tours. Or, we’d love to hear from you!
Roger Dudley, CTA Professional tour operator contact 614-222-6136, 800-354-2657 [email protected]
Columbus native Jack Nicklaus
Barley's Brewing Company
Columbus Crew SC
Hollywood Casino Columbus
Sarah Doodan, CTA Group leader contact 614-222-6146, 800-354-2657 [email protected]