Discovery District Travel Guide
Columbus
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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.
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.
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.
Easton Town Center
During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Things to do
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Top hotels in Discovery District
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
"The room smelt very musty. Ice machines did not work. Only the hot water for the sink had any pressure. When it was turned to cold nothing came out."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
"it's an old school hotel. well maintained."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
"They should have made it more clear that check in was on the 2nd level..breakfast options could have been better especially for the price"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Great location, good rooms"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"The room we had had problems. Not real serious but irritating. The knob to control the refrigerator was missing. The toilet paper roller was missing. There were some black spots in the bathtub. There was no stand to place suit case."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
"Room 1003 experienced a ceiling collapse over the shower area during my stay. I reported it at checkout and was told a manager would contact me. I followed up by email and never received a response. I also inquired about a pillow left behind and received no reply. Disappointing follow-through on ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
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.
