Around The Area

Whether you commute or live on campus, Otterbein University will be a home away from home. Not only will you become familiar with campus but the surrounding cities of Westerville and Columbus, as well. So, what is there to do in Westerville and Columbus, Ohio? So much that you might not be able to experience it all during your time as a student!

From boutiques to coffeehouses, festivals to sports, music to theatre events, museums and more, there is something for everyone in the Westerville and Columbus areas. Welcome home!

Otterbein is located in Westerville, Ohio, a suburb of the capital city of Columbus. Westerville provides a warm, friendly atmosphere for Otterbein students, while remaining conveniently located close to a large metropolitan city that is full of cultural and social opportunities.

Main Campus Address

1 South Grove Street,
Westerville, OH, 43081
Phone: 614-890-3000

To find the address of a specific building on campus, open the Campus Addresses page on the university website.

Otterbein is located in Westerville, Ohio, a suburb of the capital city of Columbus. Westerville provides a warm, friendly atmosphere for Otterbein students, while remaining conveniently located close to a large metropolitan city that is full of cultural and social opportunities.

You can get to Otterbein by car, bus or airplane. And we know that once you’re here, you’ll want to stay.

• To find a specific street address you can use with your navigation app or GPS device, see the University Location section of this page, above.
• To get around campus more easily, you can also download a PDF of our campus map.

Directions to Campus:

From the NORTH, take I-71 south to Gemini Place/IKEA Way/Exit 121. At the exit, turn left on Gemini Place, which becomes IKEA Way, then Worthington Road. Travel 1.5 miles. Turn right on Africa Road, which becomes West Street. Travel approximately 1.5 miles on Africa Road/West Street. Turn left on Main Street, travel .2 miles.

From the SOUTH on I-71, Route 315, or Route 23, take I-270 East (Wheeling) on the North side of Columbus. Follow I-270 to OH-3 north (exit 29) toward Westerville. Travel 2 miles and turn left on College Avenue. Travel .2 miles.

From the EAST or WEST on I-70, take I-270 North toward Cleveland. Travel 8 miles on I-270 and exit on OH-3 north (exit 29) toward Westerville. Travel 2 miles and turn left on College Avenue. Travel .2 miles.

By bus: Columbus is served by Greyhound Bus Lines. For information call 614-221-2389.

By air: If you are flying, most major airlines service Columbus. The nearest major airport is John Glenn International Airport (airport code: CMH), approximately 15 minutes from Westerville.

We are excited to welcome you to Otterbein’s campus. If you need overnight accommodations for your visit to Otterbein, you’ll find a variety of hotels conveniently located near campus.

Nearby Hotels in Westerville and Columbus

Fairfield Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris (2.4 miles) 
9000 Worthington Road
Westerville, OH 43082
614-568-0770

Holiday Inn Express – Polaris (2.7 miles)
8670 Orion Place
Columbus, Ohio 43240
888-465-4329

Extended Stay America (3.4 miles)
8555 Lyra Drive
Columbus, OH 43240
614-431-5522

Holiday Inn Express Columbus-Worthington (5 miles)
55 Hutchinson Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43235
614-977-0520 (Hotel Main Number)
614-896-8452 (Direct Line)
cyannayon@EmeraldHospitality.com

Note: Otterbein does not in any way endorse these businesses, products, or services. This listing is provided as a resource only.

Otterbein University will be your home away from home. Not only will you become familiar with campus but the surrounding cities of Westerville and Columbus, as well. So, what is there to do in Westerville and Columbus, Ohio? So much that you might not be able to experience it all in four years!

We’ve compiled a list of Westerville area restaurants, businesses, hotels, grocery stores, banks and more to help you settle in.

From boutiques to coffeehouses, festivals to sports, music to theatre events, museums and more, there is something for everyone in the Westerville and Columbus areas. Welcome home.

Who can I contact for information about the area?

Amenities in Westerville & Columbus

Follow the links below to see a few highlights from among all the amenities that Westerville and Columbus have to offer!