29 Reasons to Explore Columbus, Ohio

Ohio Stadium All year long, fans can set up stadium tours Mondays--Thursdays. A 90-minute tour for up to 10 people costs $40 and includes the sidelines and press box (614/292-7687; ohiostatebuckeyes.com).

Columbus Clippers The Cleveland Indians' Triple-A affiliate plays in the new $65 million Huntington Park; its open design offers sparkling views of the Columbus skyline. Check out the memorabilia and photos in The Hall of Fame Bar on the second level of the Left Field Building. Admission charged (614/462-5250; huntingtonparkcolumbus.com).

Jack Nicklaus Museum The Golden Bear, a Columbus native, has an honorary Ohio State degree. A campus museum celebrates his contributions to golf. Admission charged (614/247-5959; nicklausmuseum.org). 

Pictured: Ohio Stadium.