Columbus, Ohio, April 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The votes are in, and six Columbus tours, attractions, restaurants and races are among the best in the country according to the prestigious USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards announced this month. The rankings further solidify Ohio’s capital as a must-visit destination for 2024 home to unique attractions and experiences, a vibrant waterfront and some of the best culinary offerings in the country.
Columbus Food Adventures,
which offers a dozen unique tours throughout Columbus’ neighborhoods, earned the No. 1 spot in the
Best Food Tours for 2024
category. “From neighborhood walking tours to by-van excursions and private tours, Columbus Food Adventures offers a full menu of ways to meet the area's rich culinary scene," the article reads.
Also landing in the top spot nationwide is the
Worthington Farmers Market
in the
Best Farmers Market for 2024
category. The article highlights the market’s nearly 100 vendors and how they provide year-round fresh, local produce and artisanal goods.
Columbus has been recognized as a must-visit food destination for 2024 according to
Essence
,
and USA Today 10Best readers agree with two more national rankings that point to the city’s unique culinary offerings.
Budd Dairy Food Hall
was named the third
Best Food Hall for 2024
nationwide while
North Market
was named the #8
Best Public Market for 2024
.
“The word is getting out that Columbus is an ideal place to visit, whether you’re coming with friends or family, for a special event or for business travel,” said Sarah Townes, ECI, Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer at Experience Columbus. “While you’re here you can immerse yourself in our award-winning, chef-driven food scene, spend time outdoors along our expansive riverwalk and abundant green spaces or explore our unique and walkable neighborhoods.”
On top of those four accolades, earlier this month USA Today 10Best also recognized the
Scioto Mile
as one of the
Best Riverwalks
in the country, while the
OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon
was named the nation’s #2
Best Half Marathon in 2024
. A panel of experts selects the nominees for each award. Then, after four weeks of public voting, the top 10 winners in each category are announced.
Columbus' winning streak extends beyond
USA Today's
accolades.
AFAR
magazine recently named the city one of its
favorite family destinations
for 2024, while
Midwest Living
recognized The Junto for
Best of the Midwest Lodging
.
Food & Wine
also highlighted Columbus as a
haven for bakery lovers
, acknowledging the culinary prowess of local favorites like Dan the Baker and Belle's Bread.
To learn more and start planning your trip to Columbus, visit
www.experiencecolumbus.com
.
About Columbus, Ohio
Columbus is a city unlike any other. Vibrant and alive, Ohio’s capital is known for its open attitude, smart style and entrepreneurial spirit. Columbus' blend of neighborhoods, dynamic nightlife, noteworthy music scene, arts and culinary experiences, events, attractions and accommodations are all made unforgettable by the diversity of its outgoing locals who eagerly await and warmly welcome visitors. Free travel guides, maps, online booking and detailed information are available at
www.ExperienceColumbus.com
. Visitor information is also available on Instagram:
@ExperienceColumbus,
Facebook:
@ExperienceColumbus
, Threads:
@ExperienceColumbus
and TikTok:
@ExperienceColumbus
.
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Leah Berger, APR Experience Columbus 614-222-6145 lberger@experiencecolumbus.com