Downtown Columbus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Columbus
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
An Exciting Scavenger Hunt: Discovering Columbus
Our pick of the best Downtown Columbus Hotel Deals
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Very nice
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Yes I liked all the food options without going anywhere.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
The room was clean and comfortable The buffet breakfast had many choices hot and cold. Excellent All the staff were friendly and courteous. Very helpful
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Junto
Beautiful place, wonderful food, attentive staff, and great location!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Breakfast bar was almost empty of the hot food, no eggs left and no potatoes left and very little sausage. After making a complaint it was refilled after a few minutes. It was about 8 am. The afternoon and evening staff were excellent and the room was excellent
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Nice staff
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
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.
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, North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue 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.
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.
