Downtown Columbus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Columbus
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
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.
Columbus Museum of Art
See some masterpieces or make one of your own at this interactive and educational museum, complete with modern masters, a sculpture garden and creative workshops.
Ohio Theatre
This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.
Activities
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
Our pick of the best Downtown Columbus Hotel Deals
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
It was great
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Columbus
Everything was Amazing
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Junto
Room was cleaned and shower was perfect with the right pressure
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
I booked my stay at the Hilton months in advance to surprise my fiancé for Valentine’s Day. I paid for a single kind bed and got put in a room with double queens. I spoke to the manager and was told it was an upgrade and that’s all they could do. This is we extremely disappointing because I expected ...
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
very old, no hot water in winter
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Clean room, quiet, comfortable, good breakfast
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Columbus
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.
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Victorian Village
Victorian Village is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Ohio Stadium and North Market are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
Milo-Grogan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Milo-Grogan and surrounding area, you can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.
