Pro sports in Columbus
3 pro and college teams play in Columbus. Here's where to see them, plus tickets and how to build it into a road trip.
🏆 Columbus teams
⚡ Quick answers
- What pro sports teams are in Columbus?
- Columbus has 3 pro and college teams: the Columbus Crew (MLS), the Ohio State Buckeyes (NCAAF) and the Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL).
- Where do Columbus's teams play?
- Nationwide Arena (Blue Jackets), Ohio Stadium (Buckeyes) and ScottsMiracle-Gro Field (Columbus Crew).
- What airport do you fly into for a game in Columbus?
- Columbus John Glenn (CMH) is the closest major airport, about 8 miles (13 km) from Nationwide Arena — roughly 11 min by car depending on traffic.
🧳 Things to do in Columbus
A young, fast-growing college city with a great food scene. Make a weekend of it.
💬The Short North is the arts-and-dining spine — gallery hops, patios and murals. German Village is charming for a stroll and brunch, and North Market is the food-hall move. It's flat, walkable and easy to get around.
🍽 Eat
- North Market — Historic food hall.
- The Short North — The best restaurant strip.
🍺 Grab a drink
- Short North & Brewery District — Where the night is.
🎨 See & culture
- Columbus Museum of Art — Approachable and well-curated.
- Franklin Park Conservatory — Gardens and glass art.
🎯 Things to do
- German Village — Brick streets, Book Loft, brunch.
🌲 Outdoors & hikes
- The Scioto Mile — Riverfront parks downtown.
Hand-picked highlights for planning a trip around the games — verify hours & details before you go.
🏠 Where to stay in Columbus
Vacation rentals across Columbuson OwnerDirect — book direct with the owner, with more room than a hotel if you're travelling as a group.