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Columbus, Ohio’s state capital, was laid out in 1812 at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers in an area that was home to indigenous Moundbuilder cultures for over 3,000 years. Also a site of much Underground Railroad activity, a major Civil War Union Army base, and an important 19th and early 20th century industrial city, Columbus has a distinct historic feel. Pedal-powered tours with beverages and dining stops give visitors a fun look at downtown. A coffee trail, an ale trail, and numerous craft distilleries make for good walking tours. The Center of Science and Industry has been educating and entertaining for over 55 years, and kids of all ages enjoy the LEGOLAND Discovery Center.

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Things To Do In Columbus
Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Columbus by Crazy Dash

Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Columbus by Crazy Dash

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Explore Columbus with the 6 Seater

Explore Columbus with the 6 Seater

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Trolley Pub Holiday Lights Tour in Columbus

Trolley Pub Holiday Lights Tour in Columbus

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Columbus Ohio (CMH) Airport Arrival or Departure Private Transfer

Columbus Ohio (CMH) Airport Arrival or Departure Private Transfer

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Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub

Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub

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Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Columbus with Holly Jolly Hunt

Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Columbus with Holly Jolly Hunt

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Private Downtown Columbus Tour Up to 3 Passengers

Private Downtown Columbus Tour Up to 3 Passengers

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Columbus Crusade Scavenger Hunt

Columbus Crusade Scavenger Hunt

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Helicopter Proposal

Helicopter Proposal

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$799
The Escape Game Columbus: Epic 60-Minute Adventures

The Escape Game Columbus: Epic 60-Minute Adventures

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Scavenger Hunt in Columbus by Wacky Walks

Scavenger Hunt in Columbus by Wacky Walks

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Scavenger Hunt in Columbus by Zombie Scavengers

Scavenger Hunt in Columbus by Zombie Scavengers

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Columbus Pedal Trolley
Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub
Columbus Pedal Trolley
Sunshine26476362791, Nov 2023
Great time! Super fun. Joe was fantastic! We got to choose our stops. We had plenty of time to enjoy at the bars and a great time on the trolly.
warm winter fun!
Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub
warm winter fun!
amandadR7690SA, Nov 2023
came to the trolley with a couple of my girlfriends and we had such a great time! captain julio is a wonderful driver, very personable and goofy which is something you might not experience anywhere else. the trolley itself felt really safe, there are seatbelts, and the thing is insulated! we went to Bada Bean and Pint House, which if you’re not from columbus (like me!) these sweet little places have such a fun vibe, would definitely visit again thank you trolley pub!!
Great date night!
Columbus Scavenger Hunt: Discovering Columbus
Great date night!
Tonya_W, Oct 2023
This was fun and allowed everyone to participate. Good exercise & allowed us to find other things we want to come back for.
Amazing
Columbus Crusade Scavenger Hunt
Amazing
Explorer29271737008, Sep 2023
Was a lot of fun) great way to be outdoors, enjoy wonderful company, and get to know someone even more💜. Definitely recommend this to all
Fun thing to do
Columbus Scavenger Hunt: Columbus Sails East
Fun thing to do
264vinceb, Aug 2023
It was something different to do and the the trivia questions made you really look at where you were. I only wish it brought you closer back to where you started
Really challenging in a fun way!
The Escape Game Columbus: Epic 60-Minute Adventures
Really challenging in a fun way!
chloegY7842YB, Jul 2023
Had the best time with my friends. Really challenging in a fun way! The employees are super nice and hilarious. Would definitely come in here again!
Nice Staff, Fun Antics, Real Adrenaline
The Escape Game Columbus: Epic 60-Minute Adventures
Nice Staff, Fun Antics, Real Adrenaline
Trip57580121803, Jul 2023
My group and I (4 teenagers) had a blast! The staff was amazing and super helpful. We had a bit of complications with planning, but they walked us through everything we needed to do and we’re nice about it. And the experience was just so cool. We did the Prison Break room, and just wow. It was so well put together and the hint guy was the really helpful by pointing us in the right direction. It was all the perfect mix of pressure and hilarious antics. And we got to meet THE hint guy and take pictures!! He was open to questions and was a cool guy all around. I won’t attach much pictures because they may spoil stuff. Overall it was super amazing, my group will definitely be back.
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