Upper Arlington, OH

Columbus

The neon pink filament like blooms of the Persian Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin).

The leaves of this tree are very similar to the leaves of the Sensitive Plant (Mimosa pudica). Unlike the Sensitive Plant, the leaves of the Persian Silk Tree are not thigmotropic and do not close upon touch. 

The tree is very attractive in bloom and has a tropical look for being winter hardy in many places in the Northern U.S. However, in many places the tree is invasive and is negatively allelopathic to neighboring plant life.
The neon pink filament like blooms of the Persian Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin).

The leaves of this tree are very similar to the leaves of the Sensitive Plant (Mimosa pudica). Unlike the Sensitive Plant, the leaves of the Persian Silk Tree are not thigmotropic and do not close upon touch. 

The tree is very attractive in bloom and has a tropical look for being winter hardy in many places in the Northern U.S. However, in many places the tree is invasive and is negatively allelopathic to neighboring plant life.
The former Lane Ave Baptist Church scheduled for demolition in the next couple days to make way for a new luxury hotel. Photo taken 07/17/12.
A hopscotch game etched into the concrete. A part of the activities walkway with various physical activities expressed as impressions in the concrete.
A shot of the cascading water from the base of the 35ft tall, 500ft wide Griggs Dam creating a reservoir with a one billion two hundred million gallon capacity.

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The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capital Square

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capital Square

4 out of 5
75 E State St Columbus OH
The price is NT$3,115 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
NT$3,115
NT$3,676 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions COSI and Nationwide ...
5.8/10 (7 reviews)
We appreciated the customer service. The new owner was a lovely man. Our room's heat did not work so they gave us a new room and a bag of some snacks and drinks.

Reviewed on 2025/12/8

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capital Square
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is NT$4,317 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
NT$4,317
NT$5,832 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,563 reviews)
The room was very nice, however it was only set up for 1 person for amenities. 1 wash cloth, 1 coffee pod. Check in was easy. Valet parking was great but we should have called for our car much earlier because we waited about 30 minutes before they brought it up. The restaurant in the lobby was fantastic. ...

Reviewed on 2026/1/24

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St Columbus OH
The price is NT$5,209 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
NT$5,209
NT$7,200 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (801 reviews)
Loved the lobby with lots of places to hang out - and a big fireplace

Reviewed on 2026/1/24

The Junto
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH
The price is NT$1,819 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
NT$1,819
NT$2,146 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.8/10 (1,917 reviews)
The friendliness of the staff was outstanding. Overall cleanliness of the room as well as amenities was exceptional. Loved staying here, will return in the future

Reviewed on 2026/1/27

Wyndham Columbus
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl Columbus OH
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,345 reviews)
Room and service was great for me and my lady great walking distance for parking garage didn't do valet this time and food and dine is close.. room was clean and bed was comfortable 😌

Reviewed on 2026/1/24

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

3.5 out of 5
5100 Upper Metro Pl Dublin OH
The price is NT$3,729 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
NT$3,729
NT$4,400 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
great front desk, nice bar, nice room, omelet bar at breakfast was delicious, would definitely stay here again

Reviewed on 2026/1/18

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin
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Other neighborhoods around Upper Arlington

This pink and white marbled petunia is actually an unintended mutation of what was intended to be a completely pink bloom.

The OSU cultivar trials, located at Ohio State University's Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens, are conducted each year in order to evaluate ornamental bedding and container plants.  

The objective of these trials is to observe the performance of new and recently introduced cultivated plant varieties under environmental conditions typical of central Ohio.

Despite their stated scientific and economic purposes, the gardens are beautiful to walk through and photograph. Best of all, they're FREE!

Oletangy West

While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium.

Oletangy West
Park of Roses, Columbus, Ohio

Clintonville

1/5(1 area review)

While Clintonville might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbus Park of Roses and Schottenstein Center.

Clintonville
Having a Chai Tea Latte while waiting for friends.

Grandview Heights

Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.

Grandview Heights
Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

University District

4.5/5(126 area reviews)

Home to Ohio State University, the University District boasts a diverse range of restaurants, bars, boutiques, and the Gateway Film Center. Explore Ohio Stadium and Old North Columbus for a taste of local culture.

University District
Columbus Pride is always top notch. Check out a drag show at Axis!
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Victorian Village

The restaurants and live music are a few reasons travelers visit Victorian Village. Want to see more of the surrounding area? North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are a few top sights nearby.

Victorian Village
Columbus is a City in central Ohio

Short North

Colorful, offbeat, and trendy, this densely-populated district offers art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee shops. Stroll along High Street under its 17 lighted metal arches, and admire the vibrant murals on its brick buildings.

Short North


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