Title: South Side Travel Guide: Best of South Side, Columbus Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in South Side](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Side-Hotels.d869922225204072448.Travel-Guide-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)[South Side Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-Side.d869922225204072448.Car-Hire-Guide)[South Side Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Side.d869922225204072448.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South Side Travel Guide ## Columbus ## Visit South Side Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Columbus travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus.dx178251) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![Greater Columbus Convention Center](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) ![Easton Town Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138780/50aa1e70-b0c5-432f-932b-08ba9f26b37b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Easton Town Center During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Easton-Town-Center-Easton.d6138780.Attraction) ![Historic Ohio Stadium with rotunda entrance against a cloudy sky in Columbus USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066361/2fb9c79e-1f40-4c6c-a81a-489d7ec0db1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ohio Stadium Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ohio-Stadium-University-District.d6066361.Attraction) ![Historic Crew Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/fe276ea7-aa7f-482d-92a5-ba9c83ef6fcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historic Crew Stadium Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Crew-Stadium-Columbus.d6066365.Attraction) ![COSI](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066373/21038062-4b83-44eb-8f0f-5447d94da0e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### COSI 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/COSI-Columbus.d6066373.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) [See all activities in Columbus](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in South Side ![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 £151 30 Mar - 31 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! (1,586 reviews) The rooms were very clean and comfortable! The resturant at the hotel was very good and different options. Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=26870&PinnedHotelID=26870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=869922225204072448) ![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 £55 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 (1,943 reviews) Staff is great. Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=23685&PinnedHotelID=23685&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=869922225204072448) ![La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6400/6340/87933781_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area 2447 Brice Rd Columbus OH £70 16 Apr - 17 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,793 reviews) The rooms were definitely not very clean at all. They look like they had been renovated but not kept up. We originally book a king suite(2 room suite) and were told they only have one of them and it was "out of order" due to a water leak. They didn't tell us this until they had already checked us ... Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F04%2F2026&endDate=17%2F04%2F2026&selected=6340&PinnedHotelID=6340&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=869922225204072448) ![Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15900/15894/f4a37ce9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington 7411 Vantage Dr Columbus OH £83 15 Apr - 16 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Room was cold but comfortable overall. Coffee maker was missing parts so I was given free coffee at the restaurant. Overall is was a good experience Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=15894&PinnedHotelID=15894&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=869922225204072448) ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £163 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! (1,474 reviews) Wonderful place Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=5270320&PinnedHotelID=5270320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=869922225204072448) ![Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890300/890249/8671eaa4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown 88 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH £133 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,289 reviews) Clean room and friendly staff. Breakfast was good! Hot water with good water pressure too! Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=890249&PinnedHotelID=890249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=869922225204072448) [See all 2,193 properties in South Side](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026®ionId=869922225204072448) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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You might want to make time for a stop at Schwartz Castle or Muse Gallery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-German-Village.dx6161706) ![Near East Columbus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/e6c8c90e-a40a-4c8f-99cb-6fa30e1ef4c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Near East Columbus While visiting Near East Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Lincoln Theatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Near-East-Columbus.dx553248635976482406) ![Uptown District](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) ![Downtown Columbus](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) ![Arena District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/ee453e78-ac76-4287-b4e3-80085f30c8a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Arena-District.dx6161725) ![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) --- --- - [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) # South Side Travel Guide