
Short North Walking Food Tour
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September 2026
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5.0/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Short North Walking Food Tour worth booking?
Short North Walking Food Tour is a 3.5-hour experience in Columbus, United States, from $105 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $105 per person
Take a leisurely stroll with us through Columbus’ hip Short North and savor its culinary delights. More than just an arts district and home to the monthly Gallery Hop—a famous downtown Columbus event—the Short North als
What you get
About this experience
Take a leisurely stroll with us through Columbus’ hip Short North and savor its culinary delights. More than just an arts district and home to the monthly Gallery Hop—a famous downtown Columbus event—the Short North also boasts a wealth of dining and shopping opportunities. The Short North is packed full of Columbus’ best restaurants, boutiques, bistros, and nightlife. This local food and walking tour is designed to show off some of the best that the Short North and Columbus have to offer. We’ll start at the North Market, Columbus’ historic public market, where we’ll meet some of the local food vendors and learn the history of the building. We will then stop at neighborhood eating establishments, sampling some of their signature dishes, and hearing their stories. Stops will include some neighborhood favorites, and some highly regarded new additions including Brassica, Jeni’s Ice Creams and The Guild House.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
North Market Downtown
We enjoy tastes from several vendors in the market and learn about the history of the 150 year old public market.
60 minutes here
Short North Arts District
We visit several restaurants in the Short North as well as learning about the history of the neighborhood and enjoying public art and murals
120 minutes here
Goodale Park
We walk through the park and learn about the history
10 minutes here
Columbus Museum of Art at The Pizzuti
We take a look at the sculpture garden at the Pizzuti Collection
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Columbus
Your group will meet inside at the northwest corner of the market (near the Park St & Spruce St entrance, by Lan Viet), where you’ll see your tour guide holding an orange ‘Columbus Food Adventures’ logo clipboard. The tour will start promptly at 11am, please arrive 10 minutes early to check in.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Columbus Food Adventures
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Short North Walking Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Short North Food Tour.
Andy was a great tour guide. Lots of delicious food and good information at each stop. He was fun and personable.
via Tripadvisor
Highly Recommend
Terrific tour of only of the market but also a variety of the small shops on Short North. Varied tastes, healthy portions, and great background information! Abby was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Enjoyed it immensely.
via Tripadvisor
Andy was the best
Andy did a great job. He was very knowledgeable and made our tour fun! Our group of 8 was the perfect size. We highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Great time, plenty of food.
Very fun with plenty of interesting food. An excellent way to get to know our new neighborhood. I hope to go on more of these tours.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent experience!
What a great way to discover lots of amazing short north restaurants. Andy, our tour guide, was knowledgeable and engaging. The quality and quantity of food was excellent. I highly recommend this tour for people who live in the Columbus area and tourists as well.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Short North Walking Food Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Columbus.
How much does Short North Walking Food Tour cost?
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Prices start at $105 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Columbus usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Short North Walking Food Tour take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Columbus is not rushed.
Is Short North Walking Food Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Columbus, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Short North Walking Food Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Short North Walking Food Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Short North Walking Food Tour?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Columbus can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Columbus and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Short North Walking Food Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Columbus within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Columbus?
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Columbus, OH packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Columbus by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book. On Outty we rank every Columbus experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus, Adventure Park Climbing Experience, Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Columbus?
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Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Columbus, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Columbus?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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