Discovery District Travel Guide
Columbus
Visit Discovery District
Popular places to visit
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.
Topiary Park
After visiting Topiary Park, 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 State University
Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Shared Yoga and Coffee Experience On The Trolley Pub
Top hotels in Discovery District
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Clean room, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Really enjoyed the stay. Good collection of bars and restaurants nearby. Room was very nice and clean. Bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
We were pleasantly surprised by the great quality of this hotel. In Columbus for a wedding, we walked several miles from the hotel to the Franklin Park and Topiary Park and walked 10 minutes home from the wedding at 9:30 pm. Felt very safe. Room, food, front desk all terrific. Would stay again for ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Wyndham Columbus
The hot tub was out of order, as well as some of the elevators. Overall it was a nice place
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Check in was pleasant and efficient. So generous to let us check out late! Room was the perfect temp when we walked in. Bed and pillow were just like I like it. Quiet in there, could not hear neighbors at all. Valet did a wonderful job (even though I would have been happy to park myself if I had ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Hilton Columbus Downtown
The breakfast manger saved my relationship we were lost trying to find the parking garage and she walked us right to our vehicle .. she didn’t have to
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Discovery District
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
Scioto Mile
Scioto Mile is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to COSI or National Veterans Memorial and Museum.
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.
Downtown Columbus
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.
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.
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.
