Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

Columbus

Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour
Ohio Theater which includes theatre scenes and signage
Palace Theater showing signage and night scenes
Santa Maria featuring heritage elements and a bay or harbour
COSI showing interior views and aircraft

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Columbus

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is £111 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£111
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,403 reviews)
Nice place to stay
"Check in was very easy. Staff was very helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
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 £107 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£107
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,070 reviews)
Weekend Getaway
"My guy and I enjoyed a weekend getaway while attending a concert at the fairgrounds! Our stay was lovely!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St, Columbus, OH
The price is £124 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£124
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The room was very clean and spacious with a goregous view of the city. Walkable to Kemba live and the baseball field. Safe and clean area in the arena district. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Columbus
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St, Columbus, OH
The price is £178 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£178
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (618 reviews)
"The Executive King was a pleasant suprise. The soaking tub"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Junto
Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is £151 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£151
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,297 reviews)
Perfect stay!
"I was there with a co worker since we worked the Ohio State fair. It was perfect!! Everything was amazing! We were so tired we didn’t leave the room and ordered room service! The food was amazing and arrived so fast!!! I will definitely stay here again!!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

3 out of 5
175 East Town St, Columbus, OH
The price is £74 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£74
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"It was a pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
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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.

Arena District
Columbus as well as children

Uptown District

If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown District
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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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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.

Victorian Village
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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.

German Village

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