Welcome to the Buckeye State! Columbus is home to great restaurants, a thriving art scene, distinctive neighborhoods, a bustling nightlife, and abundant shopping. We hope that you are able to experience some of our favorites while you are here.
Bridge Park is Dublin's newest development that combines upscale residential living with unique dining, shopping and attractions in Downtown Dublin. The new Riverside Crossing Park lines the Scioto River with green space and easy access to the river while the Dublin Link pedestrian bridge connects Historic Dublin and Bridge Park.
A social destination featuring duckpin bowling, bocce ball, pinball machines, old school entertainment, and drinks. Located at Bridge Park in Dublin.
Dublin Market at Bridge Park is located on Longshore Street from 9am-12pm on the day of our wedding, Saturday, June 17. 120+ new and returning local farmers, bakers, makers and craftsman will be there, along with live entertainment, activities in the streets and so much more!
This park by the Scioto River features over 175 acres and showcases a beautiful view overlooking downtown Columbus. Jackson proposed here with a picnic lunch!
The Columbus Park of Roses, also known as the Whetstone Park of Roses, is a public park and rose garden featuring 13-acres of gardens.
Fox in the Snow Cafe is a bakery and coffee shop serving up rustic-style baked goods and hand-poured drinks.
Schiller Park is a 23 acre municipal park located in German Village, a historic neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio. We love to play tennis here!
The Book Loft of German Village is located just a few blocks South of the state capitol building. The pre-Civil War era buildings that once were general stores, a saloon, and a nickelodeon cinema, now are home to 32 rooms of Bargain Books.
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is Central Ohio’s premier botanical garden and home to the iconic John F. Wolfe Palm House which dates back to 1895. Situated just east of Franklin Park, the Conservatory is approximately two miles from downtown Columbus. The visitor experience spans about 13-acres and consists of botanical biomes, lush gardens, special horticulture and art exhibitions, glass works, and seasonal offerings. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus is a sprawling 4-acre garden adjacent to the visitor experience that encompasses an apiary, rose pavilion, berry house and 40 community garden plots as well as, a demonstration kitchen and Live-Fire Cooking Theater.
The Columbus Museum of Art was formed in 1878 and collects and exhibits American and European modern and contemporary art, folk art, glass art, and photography. We went here right after Jackson proposed!
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is the largest zoo in the United States, measuring 582 acres. It has more than 10,000 animals representing over 575 species from around the globe.
North Market is a covered farmers’ market selling flowers, produce & handicrafts, with global dining options.
Northstar Cafe is one of our favorite restaurants, serving locally grown, organic, and artisan-produced foods.
Jeni's is an artisan ice cream company headquartered in Columbus. Our favorite flavors are Brambleberry Crisp and Gooey Butter Cake!
Graeter's is based out of Cincinnati, and has been a favorite of ours all of college. Our favorite flavor is Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip!