Best Walkable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH

Columbus, OH has a Walk Score rating of 41. With a population of 775,159, Ohio's capital city is largely car-dependent, but not all neighborhoods in Columbus require an automobile. The Scioto River runs through the city and trails on both sides of the river are popular with pedestrians and cyclists alike. Columbus offers numerous opportunities for cultural and culinary adventure, much of which can be found in the city's most walkable neighborhoods of Short North, German Village and Italian Village.

Short North

95 / 100

Walker's Paradise

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With a Walk Score of 95, Short North in Columbus is the most walkable section of town. You can walk to quite a few places in the area, including the park, shops, art exhibits, restaurants, coffee shops, and bars.

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Italian Village

90 / 100

Walker's Paradise

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Italian Village of Columbus has a Walk Score of 90, making it the second most walkable part of the city. Stroll through the historic neighborhoods, check out some of the bars, admire the architecture, and stop to eat at one of the many restaurants you’ll see while you're out.

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German Village

90 / 100

Walker's Paradise

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The third most walkable part of Columbus is the German Village neighborhood, which has a Walk Score of 90. Take a stroll to the park or any of the art galleries, artisan coffee shops, German pubs, bistros, and bookstores.

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Schumacher Place

89 / 100

Very Walkable

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Schumacher Place in Columbus has a Walk Score of 89, making it the fourth most walkable area in town. Residents and visitors enjoy walking around this historic community, relaxing at the park and stopping at any of the dozens of restaurants and bars.

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Weinland Park

88 / 100

Very Walkable

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The fifth most walkable section of Columbus is Weinland Park, a community that has a Walk Score of 88. You can walk to a number of parks, restaurants, coffee shops, and bars in this neighborhood with an urban vibe.

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Victorian Village

88 / 100

Very Walkable

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The Victorian Village neighborhood in Columbus is the sixth most walkable area in town, with a Walk Score of 88. Take a walk to Goodale Park, and when you get hungry, stop at any of the 100 restaurants in the area.

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Dennison Place

86 / 100

Very Walkable

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With a Walk Score of 86, most of Dennison Place in Columbus is walkable. Whether you're running errands on foot or heading to any of the parks, restaurants or bars on foot, you don't need a car.

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South Campus

86 / 100

Very Walkable

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With a Walk Score of 86, South Campus in Columbus is one of the top 10 most walkable neighborhoods of the city. This newly revitalized area has restaurants, bars, and coffee shops—many within walking distance.

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East of High

85 / 100

Very Walkable

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The University neighborhood has a Walk Score of 85 and is home to Ohio State University. You can get around to quite a few places on foot, including the campus, restaurants, bars, brewpubs, retail shops and parks.

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Brewery District

85 / 100

Very Walkable

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The tenth most walkable part of Columbus is the Brewery District that has a Walk Score of 85. You’ll enjoy strolling through the neighborhoods with brick houses and to the shopping district that is home to locally owned stores, restaurants and bars.

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