Scioto Mile Travel Guide
Columbus
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Genoa Park and Amphitheater
After visiting Genoa Park and Amphitheater, 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.
LeVeque Tower
Learn about the local history of Columbus when you take a trip to LeVeque Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
North Bank Park
North Bank Park is just one of the places to see in Columbus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Bicentennial Park
After visiting Bicentennial 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.
Things to do
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Top hotels in Scioto Mile
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Downtown
"The room was clean and the staff were helpful (& the hot tub was actually hot). Good housekeeping. The cafe in the lobby stopped serving food pretty early. The tub was several inches higher than the bathroom floor and seems like a significant slip hazard which I didn't particularly like. No significant ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel LeVeque, Autograph Collection
"I loved the hotel and service was great. The art was amazing. I will definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"This place is dumpy and outdated and I am really not sure why it's so highly rated."
Reviewed on 19 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
Hilton Columbus Downtown
"Check in was least fussy I’ve ever had, perfect part of town and beautiful. I have zero complaints and I enjoyed my stay here during the Sonic Temple music festival."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scioto Mile
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.
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.
