06.28.08

Traveling from out of town or state? All the information you’ll need to survive in Columbus and Ohio is right here.

Maps and Directions

Don’t worry, we don’t want you to get lost on your way here.

ITT Technical Institute
3781 Park Mill Run Dr.
Hilliard, OH 43026

Detailed directions are available at the ITT Technical Institute web site.

Accommodations

Below is a list of hotels within 1/4 mile of PodCamp Ohio.

• Hampton Inn
  Call 614-334-1800 and mention “PodCamp” for $95/night rate.
• Comfort Suites
  Call 614-529-8118 and mention “PodCamp” for $69.99/night rate.
• Homewood Suites
  Call 614-529-4100 and mention “PodCamp” for $99/night rate.
• Motel 6 (wi-fi Internet not available)
  Call 614-771-1500 and mention “PodCamp” for $41.99/night rate.

Hotels one exit south (less than 1 mile)

• Quality Inn & Suites
  Call 614-771-8944 (plenty of rooms available)
• Courtyard
  Call 614-771-8999

Hotels one exit north (less than 2 miles)

• Marriott
  Call: 614-791-1000
• Staybridge Suites
  614-970-4654
• Hyatt Place
  614-799-1913
• Homewood Suites
  614-791-8675
• Drury Inn & Suites
  614-798-8802

Spending a couple days in Columbus?

We don’t want you to get the idea that there’s nothing to do in Columbus. The podcamp event isn’t during football or hockey season, but it does coincide with ComFest, a very special community event that takes place every year in Columbus and would be a great addition to your trip if you have the time. There is a great write-up on what ComFest is all about on their website.

Podcamp Ohio is also the same weekend as Columbus Pride Festival, which is described by many as the best pride event in Ohio. If you’d like to support the GLBTQ community and have the time while you’re in Columbus, feel free to stop by that event as well.

For other information on Columbus and other things to do such as the Columbus Zoo, Cosi science museum and much more, check out Experience Columbus for more information.

Spending a few days in Ohio?

Ohio has something for everyone, except those looking for an ocean of course! If roller coasters are your bag, then you’re in luck because Columbus is within 2 hours of both Cedar Point and Kings Island. If you’re a history buff, check out the many museums peppered throughout the state such as the Wright Patterson Air Force Museum in Dayton, Football Hall of Fame in Canton, or the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland.

Visit the Discover Ohio web site for more information.

Need to do some Shopping while in town?

If you like shopping, Columbus is a great place to be. If your a computer shopper, a visit to Microcenter is a must. Microcenter has a Mac store inside, so both Mac and PC can shop together! there are also a number of major shopping malls and districts which have just about everything you could need while you are in town.

• Tuttle Crossing Mall (off I-270, first exit north of PodCamp Ohio)
• Sawmill Road (off I-270, third exit north of PodCamp Ohio)
• Polaris Fashion Place (off I-71, first exit north of I-71/270 interchange)
• Easton Town Center (off I-270, East side of Columbus, North of the Air Port)

Local Dining

Below is a list of restaurants within 1 mile of PodCamp Ohio.

• Dave & Buster’s
• TGI Friday’s
• Spageddies
• Cheeseburger in Paradise
• Quiznos
• Damon’s
• Lone Star Steakhouse
• Skyline Chili
• Panera Bread
• Carrabba’s Italian Grill
• Chipotle

Dining, Entertainment and Art Districts

• The Short North
• Arena District
• Grandview Heights
• German Village

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