Arena District Travel Guide
Columbus
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Popular places to visit
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.
Huntington Park
Catch an event at Huntington Park during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
North Market
During your visit to Columbus, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at North Market. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
McFerson Commons
McFerson Commons 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.
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.
Things to do
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Top hotels in Arena District
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
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
"Parking options weren't the best because of construction. Some front desk staff seemed a little condescending. Breakfast items were partially removed before breakfast hours were over one morning."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown
"My second time staying there and I won't stay anywhere else when visiting columbus"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Nice bar on property with good central location to convention center. Room was clean and comfy!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"Would never book here again. The hotel was dirty! There was food and dirt all over the hotel floors that housekeeping repeatedly walked by and ignored. Our room had ants in it, the floors were dirty, the ac/heating unit smelled like it was burning so we were unable to use it the entire stay, the ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Amazing location, nice clean hotel and rooms, beds were decent, just a little outdated-especially bathroom."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arena 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.
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.
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.
Grandview Heights
Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.
