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 lively festivals 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.
Ohio Statehouse
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 Theatre
This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.
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.
Activities
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Our pick of the best Downtown Columbus Hotel Deals
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Great location, good rooms"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
"It 's a hotel, I love that its hotel. It did its job, there was bed and roof"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
"👍"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Westin Great Southern Columbus
"Let’s start with the elevator. It wreaked of rotten wood, leading up to the fourth floor that smelled like death and decay. Once i entered my room there was Caucasian hair spread all over the bed! The second room was missing hand soap and towels. 😒"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
"Muy limpio , personal amable , excelente ubicación"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Columbus
"Great location, nice staff, very clean, comfortable beds and rooms."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Columbus
Polaris
Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while you're in town.
University District
University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ohio Stadium and Wexner Center for the Arts while you're in town.
Worthington
Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Shops at Worthington or McConnell Arts Center while you're exploring the area.
Northeast Columbus
If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center 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.
