Discovery District Travel Guide

Columbus

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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.
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Stay near popular Discovery District attractions

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

Columbus Museum of Art

8.4/5 (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

฿1,377
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

฿1,377
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

฿1,150
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 ฿3,238 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿3,238
฿3,820 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Spacious room, good breakfast, decent gym, nicely located."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 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 ฿4,059 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿4,059
฿4,789 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel and room were not as advertised, dirty looking, room service food was disgusting, room wasn't cleaned just new towels put in bathroom, wifi didn't work properly, booked a king room and could only get two queens."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

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 ฿3,572 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,572
฿4,215 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (698 reviews)
"Quick stay"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

2.5 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH
The price is ฿2,403 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿2,403
฿2,836 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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 ...
6.8/10 (2,130 reviews)
"Very attentive staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Wyndham Columbus
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl Columbus OH
The price is ฿3,980 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿3,980
฿4,697 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,512 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay while on or near campus"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
The Westin Great Southern Columbus

The Westin Great Southern Columbus

4 out of 5
310 S High St Columbus OH
The price is ฿5,848 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿5,848
฿6,900 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy a fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,008 reviews)
"No view at all except roof"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

The Westin Great Southern 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.

Northeast Columbus

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

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Polaris

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

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Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Shops at Worthington or McConnell Arts Center while you're exploring the area.

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University District

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

Discovery District Travel Guide