Title: Arena District Travel Guide: Best of Arena District, Columbus Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Arena District](https://expedia.co.uk/Arena-District-Columbus-Hotels.0-n6161725-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Columbus](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Columbus](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Arena District Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Arena-District.d6161725.Car-Hire-Guide)[Arena District Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Arena-District.d6161725.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Arena District Travel Guide ## Columbus ![This arch is all that remains of Columbus Grand Union Station, the city's third and final train station. Built in 1897 and designed by Daniel H. Burnham and Company of Chicago, the train station was located in the current footprint of the Greater Columbus Convention Center. On October 22, 1976, demolition began despite having been listed on the National Register of Historic Places two years earlier. A restraining order federal judge George Smith halted demolition, but it was too late and only one arch of the ornate structure was saved. In 1999, the arch in its entirety was slowing inched over several blocks to its current location at Dimon McPherson Commons in the Arena District. #architecture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/ee453e78-ac76-4287-b4e3-80085f30c8a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arena District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/0a508358-130f-4e1d-9781-c34e8e809401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arena District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/f594c65c-5d30-4d5f-98ad-360c8a37d244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arena District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/c571c494-eb8c-4e8a-a53f-07b5625c37b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Columbus showing theater scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059502/85ad61af-921a-43c2-b5a8-ce33f4dc32cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Arena District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Columbus travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus.dx178251) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Nationwide Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/f594c65c-5d30-4d5f-98ad-360c8a37d244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nationwide-Arena-Downtown-Columbus.d6066367.Attraction) ![Huntington Park, the 10,000 seat home of the Cleveland Indians' Triple-A affiliate Columbus Clippers opened in 2009. In 204, for the fourth time in the six years that it has been in operation, it has been named Ballpark of the Year by BaseballStadiumReviews.com #architecture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/dfae264a-d5f1-4537-92a8-aa84d0eaad97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Huntington Park Catch an event at Huntington Park during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntington-Park-Columbus.d6272860.Attraction) ![The Cheese Shop is just one of about 30 food counters in the North Market. After picking out a few cheeses, stop by the bakery to pair them with some fresh bread.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/137467a7-0f23-42e6-80eb-cd28be34ae5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Market During your visit to Columbus, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at North Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Market-Downtown-Columbus.d6333919.Attraction) ![This arch is all that remains of Columbus Grand Union Station, the city's third and final train station. Built in 1897 and designed by Daniel H. Burnham and Company of Chicago, the train station was located in the current footprint of the Greater Columbus Convention Center. On October 22, 1976, demolition began despite having been listed on the National Register of Historic Places two years earlier. A restraining order federal judge George Smith halted demolition, but it was too late and only one arch of the ornate structure was saved. In 1999, the arch in its entirety was slowing inched over several blocks to its current location at Dimon McPherson Commons in the Arena District. #architecture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/ee453e78-ac76-4287-b4e3-80085f30c8a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McFerson Commons McFerson Commons is just one of the places to see in Columbus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/McFerson-Commons-Downtown-Columbus.d808800448557654016.Attraction) ![Ohio State House aerial at sunrise with Huntington Center and Vern Riffe State Office Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066363/d6210b9f-523b-44d1-b483-31a9a9606b0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ohio State University Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ohio-State-University-Columbus.d6066363.Attraction) ![A view of the new pedestrian skywalk connecting the convention center to the new downtown Hilton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/a911cf1c-494e-48b4-8263-65008a21c635.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Greater Columbus Convention Center Learn about the events happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Greater-Columbus-Convention-Center-Columbus.d6152171.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588399/6400b977-1836-4baf-9877-a66a94627cb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena £24 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/columbus-blue-jackets-ice-hockey-game-at-nationwide-arena.a47588399.activity-details) ![Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47920750/f74e4fba-d347-4347-96c6-ffe2d499d142.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass £41 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/columbus-multiple-attractions-pass.a47920750.activity-details) ![Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48076060/692d3427-ab2b-4a5a-9870-4c023d5c06df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative £31 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/columbus-1-hour-themed-escape-room-adventure-narrative.a48076060.activity-details) ![Special Ops: Mysterious Market](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5161008/dc4301ca-59d8-4b93-897f-6887f93a233a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus £31 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-easton-town-center-in-columbus.a5161008.activity-details) ![Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48863017/4b8fc67a-ff37-4edf-96db-dd345112f52b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub £29 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-columbus-on-the-trolley-pub.a48863017.activity-details) ![Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588399/6400b977-1836-4baf-9877-a66a94627cb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena £28 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/columbus-blue-jackets-ice-hockey-game-at-nationwide-arena.a47588399.activity-details) [See all activities in Columbus](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Arena District ![Hilton Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5280000/5270400/5270320/5d17515c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Columbus Downtown 402 North High Street Columbus OH £143 4 Apr - 5 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,476 reviews) Excellently Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=5270320&PinnedHotelID=5270320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6161725) ![AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59950000/59941700/59941677/4ac48ccd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown 517 PARK ST Columbus OH £115 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews) Staff was awesome. Rooms clean, and the sports bar was great! Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=59941677&PinnedHotelID=59941677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6161725) ![Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551300/551221/22089631_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown 501 N High St Columbus OH £137 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) The room and staff was great. The shower hot water was not very hot. Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=551221&PinnedHotelID=551221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6161725) ![Sonesta Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26900/26870/876a0701_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Columbus Downtown 33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH £121 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,592 reviews) Big room! Easy check in Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=26870&PinnedHotelID=26870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6161725) ![Wyndham Columbus](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23700/23685/2a7edb1c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Columbus 175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH £54 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 6.8/10 (1,942 reviews) Fgckfjfj Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=23685&PinnedHotelID=23685&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6161725) ![Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41049/6fd7a198_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel 50 North Third Street Columbus OH £112 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Staff was terrific, very helpful Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=41049&PinnedHotelID=41049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6161725) [See all 2,184 properties in Arena District](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6161725) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Arena District hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6161725&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25)[24 Mar - 25 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6161725&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6161725&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6161725&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6161725&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6161725&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6161725&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6161725&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Arena District ![Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272662/b497c5a6-420a-4fcb-8259-6d01efc906a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Columbus 4.5/5(4 area reviews) The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Columbus. A stop by Nationwide Arena or North Market might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Downtown-Columbus.dx6059502) ![Obligatory pic of the holiday lights at the Columbus Commons.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/2b0c055e-0b8f-438c-81d8-33cab2daa0da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Uptown District If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Uptown-District.dx553248635976471269) ![Columbus is a City in central Ohio](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161717/5ce6aff6-1633-4ba8-b344-8a74080836a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Short-North.dx6161717) ![#hometown pride in our beautiful #gardens #details ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/862d5716-3474-4975-b93f-798513a944a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Victorian Village Victorian Village is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are some interesting sights nearby to check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Victorian-Village.dx6272855) ![Italian Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/cef315ab-2d2b-4faf-ba6d-a32d495ac1e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Italian Village Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Italian-Village.dx6272845) ![Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272836/a6b4113a-9ea5-4441-bc55-3cedb26df9db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-German-Village.dx6161706) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Arena District Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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