Ohio: Columbus

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Statue of Christopher Columbus

Ohio: Columbus

“According to Wikipedia, several nicknames for Columbus are as follows: The Discovery City, Arch City, Indie Art Capital, Cowtown, The Biggest Small Town in America, and CBUS.”

Established

1812

Population

892,533

Please see a sample itinerary below. All itineraries are fully customizable.

Trip Inclusions

Welcome to your unforgettable adventure with A-Z Travels, a leading educational travel company. As your trusted educational travel agency, we’re here to make learning come alive.

Highlights and Inclusions:

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Day 1

Morning – Depart for Columbus, Ohio.

Afternoon – Arrive in Columbus where you will meet your A-Z Tour guide and enjoy a local lunch. Continue to the Columbus Museum of Art

“Columbus Museum of Art’s mission is to create great experiences with great art for everyone… we are guided by a belief in advocacy, quality, community, integrity, and creativity. We believe that art speaks to each and every one of us in different ways. Art inspires. Art challenges. Art thinks.”

Your next stop will be COSI–the Center of Science and Industry–a dynamic and hands-on science center where your group will have the opportunity to learn and explore.

Evening – Gather your group for a fabulous welcome dinner! Then get ready for excitement as your evening will be filled with fun and thrills as you make your way to Magic Mountain Polaris. With attractions including Go-Karts, Miniature Golf, Laser Tag, Bumper Boats, Video Arcade, and so much more, there is something for everyone at this memorable pay-as-you-go park. Head back to your hotel for a much deserved rest.

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Day 2

Morning – Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Your morning begins with a brief city tour.  You will make a stop at the Capitol Square, a complex that includes the Ohio Statehouse, Senate Building and Atrium. Meet your guide and take a tour of the beautifully restored Statehouse.

Afternoon -Make your way to the German Village where you will enjoy lunch on your own and free time exploring and shopping in this historic neighborhood.  Afterwards you will depart for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

Evening  – Enjoy dinner at the zoo before heading back to your hotel for restful evening. 

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Day 3

Morning – Breakfast is served at the hotel. You will check out of the hotel and begin your final day exploring this wonderful city. Your first stop will be the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the only botanical garden in the world with a permanent collection of glass artwork by Dale Chihuly.

Afternoon – Recharge with a local lunch then put your adventurous nature to the test. Make your way to Zip Zone Canopy Tours; where your professionally trained guides will take you on a scenic and elevated tour you won’t forget!  

Evening – Gather your group for a farewell dinner and reminisce about your favorite parts of the trip before you depart and begin your safe journey home.

Thank you for considering A-Z Travels, your go-to school travel company. We hope this experience will inspire lasting memories and learning.

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