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outdoor escapes | where students take a refresher course

Any time's a good time to discover Central Ohio's more natural side. But when your brain is full and your body stiff from too many hours in the study chair, there's no better remedy than a little fresh air and some outdoor adventure. Luckily for you, you're surrounded by 130 miles of trails, 32,000 acres of parks and green space that lends itself to all types of activity ... hiking, biking, boating, fishing, jogging ... you name it. Here's just a sampling to get you off your duff and on your feet, bike, ropes or whatever it is that will replenish your soul.

Columbus, Oh

guided tour of outdoor escapes

If you only have half a day or an evening,
here are some student favorites.

the best places to eat in outdoor escapes

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Basi Italia
$$$ Basi offers Italian & Mediterranean entrees, full service dining, carry out & catering menu.

811 Highland Street
Columbus, OH 43201
(614) 294.7383

  • Benevolence Cafe
    $ Vegetarian and Vegan friendly restaurant with spectacular homemade soups, salads & bread. Your sanctuary in the city!

    41 W. Swan Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 294.7383

  • Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
    $$ Made with the finest locally and internationally sourced ingredients. Signature flavors include Belgian Mild Chocolate and Gelato.

    714 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 294.5364

  • Short North Tavern
    $ A neighborhood tradition… voted Best Tavern in Columbus! Live music on Fridays and Saturdays.

    674 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 221.2432

  • Haiku
    $ Featuring delicious Pan-Asian noodles and sushi. Great , friendly atmoshpere and easy on your wallet.

    800 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 294.8168

  • Rigsby's Kitchen
    $ American/Mediterranean cuisine. 14 years of culinary art, style and good taste; Live entertainment.

    698 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 461.7888

  • Press Grill
    $ Perfect Short North starting place to chill out. Raves on the pizza or try Nathan's Tuesdays, Taco Wednesdays, Thanksgiving Thursdays, or Steak Sundays.

    741 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
    (614) 298.1014 | www.pressgrill.net

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