German Village is a great place to start a historic tour of Columbus but do not forget the myriad of there historic communities with even greater diversity of architecture and housing styles. Check out Olde Towne East, Franklin Park Neighborhood or Woodland Park on the city's near east side to see truly unique one of a kind mansions ranging from 2,000 sf to over 10,000 and compromising all architectural styles from the 1850's-1940's. Also visit the 98 acres of Franklin Park and Conservatory for a truly beautiful visit to a neighborhood park. Visit Victorian Village or Italian Village to get you fill of Victorian or Italianate architecture or see Clintonville for a craftsman's delight of houses. Business and unique shopping experiences are available nearby all these communities. For a truly spectacular tour of historic neighborhoods visit Bexley, just east of Alum creek to see truly amazing homes.
Pros: beautiful homes, quaint gardens, close to downtown
Cons: parking problelms, noisy, overprices houses
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