Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Ohio Theater featuring signage and theatre scenes

Popular places to visit

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Greater Columbus Convention Center

5/5(1 review)

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.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
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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.

COSI
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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.

Nationwide Arena
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Ohio Theatre

This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.

Ohio Theatre
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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.

Palace Theatre
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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 Statehouse

Our pick of the best Downtown Columbus Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square
3 out of 5
175 East Town St, Columbus, OH
The price is NZ$192 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$192
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was clean, and the staff was very friendly"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square
Graduate Columbus
Graduate Columbus
4 out of 5
750 North High Street, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$284 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$284
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and convenient to lots of restaurants."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Graduate Columbus
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is NZ$335 per night from 2 May to 3 May
NZ$335
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel within walking distance of Nationwide Arena. Great cocktails at the bar. My sister and I had a wonderful time. Beds are very clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Hilton 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 NZ$242 per night from 9 May to 10 May
NZ$242
per night
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (833 reviews)
"A very pleasant stay. Near OSU"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Hyatt House Columbus / OSU Short North
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$267 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$267
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,170 reviews)
Well located, newer, service was so so
"Perfect for events at Nationwide Arena, short walk. But they were tremendously understaffed considering it was well known months in advance that there was a concert that night. They could have made money hand over fist if they were properly staffed; instead they ended up with frustrated customers ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
3 out of 5
88 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is NZ$285 per night from 2 May to 3 May
NZ$285
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Good location. Food was great. Rooms are clean."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
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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
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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

Travellers enjoy Victorian Village for its restaurants and live music. Consider checking out Goodale Park while you're in the area.

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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Grandview Heights

Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.

Grandview Heights

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