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.
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.
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.
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
"Stay was great!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
"Room was large and comfortable, though slightly dated. Overall great stay my only complaint is the bathroom door, it's one of those that slides and doesn't fully close (barn door style but isn't connected all the way) so privacy is a bit of an issue if you're sharing a room. Walking distance to some ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
"Clean."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Restaurant was wonderful with helpful staff. Our room was not cleaned the whole stay which was bad and found out later we had to request room to be cleaned. Parking was confusing and we got a ticket which I’m fighting the city on"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"The walls where dirty as long as you went down to the counter they were very helpful. If you called them on the phone, you constantly get put on, hold. And it was very horrible experience i don't even know if I was talking to anyone. It was actually in the hotel it seemed like they were off sight. ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Perfect spot."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Discovery District
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.
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.
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.
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.
