Discovery District Travel Guide

Columbus

A statue of a reclining figure surrounded by flowers and trees.
A red amusement park ride with a geometric structure, a parking lot, and a building with a 'CS' sign in the background.
Two colorful glass sculptures.
A cityscape with modern buildings and a large red 'ART' sculpture in the foreground.
A building with a sign that reads "Dispatch Ohio's Greatest Home Newspaper."

Stay near popular Discovery District attractions

The Columbus Museum of Art with a sculpture in front of it.

Columbus Museum of Art

8.4/10 (250 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

฿1,375
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

฿1,375
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub

Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub

฿1,148
per adult
Explore Columbus on The Trolley Pub
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Top hotels in Discovery District

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

3 out of 5
175 East Town St Columbus OH
The price is ฿3,653 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿3,653
฿4,311 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,050 reviews)
"No hot water when I checked in, took a cold shower. No one mentioned it, talked to other guest, they also did not have hot water. I did have hot water n the morning though. Breakfast was not provided, there was a fee,"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

3.5 out of 5
50 North Third Street Columbus OH
The price is ฿5,945 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,945
฿7,015 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

3 out of 5
412 E Main St Columbus OH
The price is ฿5,159 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿5,159
฿6,088 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (719 reviews)
"Queen bed was actually full size, that is, 6” narrower than expected. A/C extremely noisy and blowing ice cold air right onto the bed."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

2.5 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH
The price is ฿1,968 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿1,968
฿2,322 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Wyndham Columbus
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

4 out of 5
75 E State St Columbus OH
The price is ฿3,462 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,462
฿4,085 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions COSI and Nationwide ...
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St Columbus OH
The price is ฿5,214 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,214
฿6,153 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Columbus
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Where to stay in Discovery District

Find the best Discovery District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a bridge, and a calm river reflecting the lights.

Polaris

Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Magic Mountain Fun Center while you're in town.

Northeast Columbus

If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, Easton Town Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are top sights worth seeing.

A modern building with a glass facade and a blue sign that reads "Wexner Center for the Arts".

University District

University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wexner Center for the Arts and Newport Music Hall while you're in town.

A street scene with a large arch sign reading 'SHORT NORTH' and a pedestrian crossing sign.
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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.

Discovery District Travel Guide