Visit German Village in Columbus, Ohio
What to Do in German Village
German Village Tours
(614) 642-TOUR (8687). $15, seniors $12. Available year round. The best way to see charming 19th-century German Village is with a walking tour led by a longtime resident and historian. On a German Village Tour, you’ll hear stories about the history of this neighborhood as you view architectural details of the original brick houses built by German immigrants. Tours last 60 to 90 minutes, and a portion of ticket sales benefits the non-profit German Village Society.
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| German Village Tours visits Schiller Park in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
The Book Loft
631 S. Third St., (614) 464-1774. Daily 10am-11pm.
This charming book shop features 32 rooms jam-packed with new books at discount prices. Every book is at least 5 per cent off. One of the nation's largest independent bookstores, it’s still going strong after nearly 40 years in business and is a book lover’s dream come true. The shop is crammed into pre-Civil War era buildings that once were general stores, a saloon, and a nickelodeon cinema. You can easily get lost as you wind from room to room, so do ask for a map that orients you to the layout and do also give yourself ample time to explore. Gift items are also mixed in and include puzzles and even an array of socks, plus plenty of creative greeting cards. Bargain books are clustered on outside porches.
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| bargain porch at The Book Loft in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
This charming book shop features 32 rooms jam-packed with new books at discount prices. Every book is at least 5 per cent off. One of the nation's largest independent bookstores, it’s still going strong after nearly 40 years in business and is a book lover’s dream come true. The shop is crammed into pre-Civil War era buildings that once were general stores, a saloon, and a nickelodeon cinema. You can easily get lost as you wind from room to room, so do ask for a map that orients you to the layout and do also give yourself ample time to explore. Gift items are also mixed in and include puzzles and even an array of socks, plus plenty of creative greeting cards. Bargain books are clustered on outside porches.
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| interior at The Book Loft in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
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| outdoor bargain table at The Book Loft in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
Hausfrau Haven
769 S. Third St., (614) 443-3680.
This atmospheric shop was a hangout back when. The Stones, Eric Clapton, and others were all here. Now it purveys a fine collection of wine and some gift items. In fact it is the largest boutique wine store in the city, and is the only retailer to cellar older and rare wines.
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| exterior of Hausfrau Haven in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
This atmospheric shop was a hangout back when. The Stones, Eric Clapton, and others were all here. Now it purveys a fine collection of wine and some gift items. In fact it is the largest boutique wine store in the city, and is the only retailer to cellar older and rare wines.
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| interior of Hausfrau Haven at The Book Loft in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
Helen Winnemore’s
150 E Kossuth St., (614) 444-5850.
Opened in 1938 and established in several other locations around the village before this one, Helen Winnemore’s is said to be the oldest shop of its kind in the country. Tea or coffee is offered to customers for sipping as they browse through eight rooms of American-made crafts. Sun streams through colorful glassware, and a wall full of animal clocks wags their tick-tocking tails. I wound up selecting a lovely little painting of a cow for me and a sweet little cat pewter coin piece for my granddaughter. This shop is definitely the place to select a gift or special souvenir.
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| colorful bottles in the window at Helen Winnemore's in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
Opened in 1938 and established in several other locations around the village before this one, Helen Winnemore’s is said to be the oldest shop of its kind in the country. Tea or coffee is offered to customers for sipping as they browse through eight rooms of American-made crafts. Sun streams through colorful glassware, and a wall full of animal clocks wags their tick-tocking tails. I wound up selecting a lovely little painting of a cow for me and a sweet little cat pewter coin piece for my granddaughter. This shop is definitely the place to select a gift or special souvenir.
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| cow painting at Helen Winnemore's in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
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| my cow painting at Helen Winnemore's in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
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| embossed coins at Helen Winnemore's in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
Schiller Park
1069 Jaeger St.
The second-oldest park in Columbus, this large expanse of green is the perfect spot to while away an afternoon. Better yet, start with a picnic. Facilities include picnic areas, a fishing pond, a lighted tennis court, a playground, and beautifully landscaped gardens. Don’t miss the “Umbrella Girl” standing in the center of a fountain. She’s especially easy to find in winter, when she wears a red sweater to keep warm. The park is named for Friedrich von Schiller, who was a German historian, playwright, and composer. His memorial statue was brought here from Europe. Shakespeare-in-the-Park runs on weekends May through Labor Day weekend.
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| path in Schiller Park in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
The second-oldest park in Columbus, this large expanse of green is the perfect spot to while away an afternoon. Better yet, start with a picnic. Facilities include picnic areas, a fishing pond, a lighted tennis court, a playground, and beautifully landscaped gardens. Don’t miss the “Umbrella Girl” standing in the center of a fountain. She’s especially easy to find in winter, when she wears a red sweater to keep warm. The park is named for Friedrich von Schiller, who was a German historian, playwright, and composer. His memorial statue was brought here from Europe. Shakespeare-in-the-Park runs on weekends May through Labor Day weekend.
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| "Umbrella Girl" in Schiller Park in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
St. Mary Roman Catholic Church
684 S. Third St., (614) 445-9668. Finished in 1868, this lovely church has a tall steeple, stained glass windows, and ceiling paintings that incorporate German phrases. Unfortunately, when I visited it was always closed (once for a wedding in progress).
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| exterior of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
Three Buds Flower Market
1147 Jaeger St., (614) 902-0403. W-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm. Build-your-own bouquet at the flower bar here.
Background and where to stay in German Village.
Where to eat in German Village.
More things to do in Columbus, Ohio.
images and video ©2019 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
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| flowers at Three Buds Flower Market in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
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| my three-bud bouquet at Three Buds Flower Market in German Village in Columbus, Ohio |
Background and where to stay in German Village.
Where to eat in German Village.
More things to do in Columbus, Ohio.
More ideas for exploring the U.S.
images and video ©2019 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
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