Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

Columbus
Ohio Theater which includes theatre scenes and signage

Popular places to visit

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Greater Columbus Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention centre in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
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COSI

4/5(1 review)

There’s always more to discover in this innovative science adventure center, complete with giant 3-D digital screen and hundreds of fun-filled activities.

COSI
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Nationwide Arena

Catch an event at Nationwide Arena during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Nationwide Arena
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Ohio Theatre

This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.

Ohio Theatre
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Ohio Statehouse

4/5(2 reviews)

After visiting Ohio Statehouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Ohio Statehouse
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Palace Theatre

Combine a French palace’s interior with a landmark art deco building and you have Columbus’ favorite historic vaudeville venue, transformed into a modern theater.

Palace Theatre

Things to do

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Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

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Top hotels in Downtown Columbus

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square
3 out of 5
175 East Town St, Columbus, OH
The price is £100 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£100
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The staff has been nothing but kind and accommodating."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is £156 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£156
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"I loved my room. Staff were extremely nice and helpful. Only complaint is lack of water pressure in shower."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Graduate Columbus
Graduate Columbus
4 out of 5
750 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is £183 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£183
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,027 reviews)
Very hip but not very convenient
"Super decorating and friendly people here! Have to pay extra to park ($37 for valet, $31 at parking garage 1 block away) for overnight. Little cafe in lobby has coffee and limited assortment of breakfast,but prepare to wait,or bagel place or coffee shop/pastry shop less than a block away. Cute ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

Graduate Columbus
Hyatt House Columbus / OSU Short North
Hyatt House Columbus / OSU Short North
3 out of 5
633 WEST 5TH AVENUE, Columbus, OH
The price is £120 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
£120
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (906 reviews)
"Everything was great besides the mattress. It was awful. Soft, felt like it was completely broken down and squeaked every time you moved. No idea how the mattress could be that bad in a hotel that knew. There was also a terrible squeaking sound coming from the air conditioning unit every time the ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

Hyatt House Columbus / OSU Short North
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is £156 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£156
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,164 reviews)
"nothing dislike"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
3 out of 5
88 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is £148 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£148
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"This hotel was perfect. I attended a concert at Nationwide Arena. This hotel was walking distance to the venue. The hotel is safe, clean, and packed with amenities. The rooms feature microwaves and refrigerators. There were ample electric plugs and the Wi-Fi was free. They have a fitness center and ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Columbus

Santa Maria featuring heritage elements, a river or creek and a bay or harbour

Arena District

Arena District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Nationwide Arena and KEMBA Live! while you're in town.

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Short North

Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.

Short North
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Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
Schiller Park which includes autumn colours, a pond and a park

German Village

You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in German Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Schwartz Castle or Muse Gallery.

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Grandview Heights

Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.

Grandview Heights
Wexner Center for the Arts showing signage and theatre scenes

University District

4/5(1 area review)

University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wexner Center for the Arts and Newport Music Hall while you're in town.

University District

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