FAQ

1. Where does the tour start?
Participants can start the tour at any of three Ticket Stop locations but must choose one as the starting point where they can purchase tickets, receive a map, checklist and tour book. There is a suggested but not prescribed route. Parking and a link to each site is included.

• The Hartman Lofts Ticket Stop
Central Business District/Market Exchange Area
150 East Main Street
Parking is available at the City Center Garage located at 55 East Rich Street. Parking is $2
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• Arena Grand Theatre Ticket Stop
Arena District
175 Nationwide Boulevard
Parking is available at the Marconi Garage located at 245 Marconi Boulevard. Parking is $3.
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• Jeffrey/Kramer Ticket Stop
Italian Village
224 East 1st Ave.
Parking is available in the parking lot in front of State Library of Ohio located at 274 1st Ave. Parking is free but limited.
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2. Can I walk to all of the properties?
Almost! First, be sure to wear good walking shoes. New this year to City Hop is a shuttle bus service that will pick up and drop off event participants. The shuttle buses will circulate between the three Ticket Stops while tour guides share information about downtown Columbus’ historic landmarks. The shuttle is included in the price of admission.

3. Where should I park?
Information on suggested parking for each Ticket Stop is listed below:

• The Hartman Lofts Ticket Stop
Central Business District/Market Exchange Area
Parking is available at the City Center Garage located at 55 East Rich Street. Parking is $2
MAP >

• Arena Grand Theatre Ticket Stop
Arena District
Parking is available at the Marconi Garage located at 245 Marconi Boulevard. Parking is $3.
MAP >

• Jeffrey/Kramer Ticket Stop
Italian Village
Parking is available in the parking lot in front of State Library of Ohio located at 274 1st Ave.
MAP >

4. Is the tour handicap accessible?
Not all properties may be accessible. The Tour Guidebook will indicate which stops are accessible.

5. What is Columbus Landmarks Foundation?
Columbus Landmarks is central Ohio’s only nonprofit organization dedicated to historic preservation and quality urban design.

Landmarks plays an integral role in educating the community, encouraging responsible public and private sector enhancement of historic areas and structures, and promoting the highest standards in the design and construction of new buildings and spaces.

The City Hop Tour highlights the work of area developers who have invested in downtown Columbus to transform old buildings into dynamic lofts and design new buildings for the urban landscape which fit into the spirit of our mission.

For more information, click HERE to get to our home page or call the Landmarks office at 614-221-0227.