🚙 17 Unique Ohio Road Trips From Columbus

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Now, let’s get down to business. One of my favorite things about living in Columbus is that you don't have to go very far to find something completely unexpected. Within a couple of hours, you can wander through a hand-built castle, stand beside ancient earthworks, visit one of the country's quirkiest museums, or spend the day at a safari park. It's one of the best home bases for road trips, and summer is the perfect excuse to finally cross a few places off your Ohio bucket list. We've rounded up some of our favorite destinations, and every one of them is less than three hours from downtown Columbus!

Navigator Feature Story: 🚙 17 Unique Ohio Road Trips From Columbus

🍗 OX-B's Chicken Will Close Its Short North Location This Weekend
OX-B's Chicken is closing its Short North restaurant this weekend, just months after BrewDog shuttered the neighboring taproom. The Central Ohio chain says it's focused on its remaining locations and a new restaurant coming soon on Sawmill Road.

🚧 These Downtown Columbus Streets Are Now Closed For Jazz & Rib Fest
Downtown Columbus is already seeing road closures as crews prepare for the return of Jazz & Rib Fest. Here's a look at which streets are affected, when additional closures begin, and what drivers should know before heading downtown.

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