Downtown YMCA, Columbus

Name: Downtown YMCA
Address: Columbus, United States

#223 among attractions in Columbus

Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Downtown YMCA is a historic YMCA building in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. It is the largest YMCA resident facility in the United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1993. The seven-story building was designed in the Jacobethan Revival and Late Gothic Revival styles by Walter F. Shattuck. The YMCA was first established in Columbus in 1855, reorganized in 1875, and moved locations numerous times. One of these locations was at 34 S. 3rd St. a Yost & Packard building, now the site of the Columbus Dispatch Building. ()

Coordinates: 39°57'54"N, 83°0'9"W

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Downtown YMCA – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: North Market, Battelle Riverfront Park, Nationwide Arena, Cultural Arts Center.

0.5 miN
Shopping, Flea market, Market
North Market, Columbus
13 min walk • The North Market is a vibrant, historic public market nestled in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. Since its establishment in 1876, it has been a cornerstone of the city, offering residents and visitors alike a colorful mosaic of fresh produce, artisan goods, and diverse...
~1110 ftSW
Park
Battelle Riverfront Park, Columbus
6 min walk • Nestled along the west bank of the Scioto River in the heart of Columbus, Battelle Riverfront Park serves as an urban oasis for both residents and visitors of Ohio's capital city. This serene park, characterized by its lush greenery and scenic river views, provides a...
~1830 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Nationwide Arena, Columbus
9 min walk • Nationwide Arena stands as a beacon of energetic sports and entertainment culture in the heart of Columbus, United States. Opened in September 2000, this multifaceted venue is home to the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League (NHL) and has become a...
0.7 miS
Museum, Classes and workshops, Art gallery
Cultural Arts Center, Columbus
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Columbus, Ohio, the Cultural Arts Center stands as a beacon of creative expression and artistic endeavor. This vibrant museum, dedicated to fostering a love for the arts, offers a dynamic range of workshops, exhibitions, and performances that...
0.4 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Ohio Theatre, Columbus
11 min walk • The Ohio Theatre is a performing arts center and former movie palace on Capitol Square in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. Known as the "Official Theatre of the State of Ohio", the 1928 building was saved from demolition in 1969 and was later completely restored.
~880 ftS
City hall
Columbus City Hall, Columbus
5 min walk • Columbus City Hall is the city hall of Columbus, Ohio, in the city's downtown Civic Center. It contains the offices of the city's mayor, auditor, and treasurer, and the offices and chambers of Columbus City Council.
~890 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Palace Theatre, Columbus
5 min walk • The Palace Theatre is a 2,695-seat restored movie palace located at 34 W. Broad Street in Columbus, Ohio. It was designed and built in 1926 by the American architect Thomas W. Lamb as part of the American Insurance Union Citadel. Today the theater functions as a multi-use performing arts venue.
~950 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Columbus Firefighters Memorial, Columbus
5 min walk • The Columbus Firefighters Memorial, or Firefighters' Memorial, is a monument commemorating firefighters who died while serving by Ed Nothaker, installed in Columbus, Ohio's Battelle Riverfront Park, in the United States. It was erected in 1958 and features an eternal flame on top of Greek columns.
~1050 ftSW
Monuments and statues
James W. Barney Pickaweekee Story Grove, Columbus
6 min walk • The James W. Barney Pickaweekee Story Grove features a series of six bronze sculptures by Jack Greaves, installed in Columbus, Ohio's Battelle Riverfront Park, in the United States. The artworks were completed in 1992 for the Christopher Columbus Quincentenary Jubilee celebrations.
0.5 miNW
39°58'11"N • 83°0'36"W
Express Live!, Columbus
14 min walk • Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
~1170 ftS
Chicago school architecture
Wyandotte Building, Columbus
6 min walk • The Wyandotte Building is a historic building in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. It was considered the city's first skyscraper, built in 1897-1898 and designed by Daniel Burnham's architectural firm. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Downtown YMCA?

Nearby attractions include Rankin Building, Columbus (3 min walk), High and Gay Streets Historic District, Columbus (4 min walk), Columbus City Hall, Columbus (5 min walk), Palace Theatre, Columbus (5 min walk).

How to get to Downtown YMCA by public transport?

The nearest stations to Downtown YMCA:

Bus

COTA Spring Street Terminal Bay 4 • Lines: 8 (2 min walk)
COTA Spring Street Terminal Bay 3 • Lines: 7 (2 min walk)