Downtown Columbus Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Ohio Theatre
This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.
Ohio Statehouse
After visiting Ohio Statehouse, 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.
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.
Things to do
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Top hotels in Downtown Columbus
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Room was clean, staff was very friendly and responsive. The restaurant staff were great and the drinks were amazing!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
"Friendly staff & nice, clean facilities"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
"Staff"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Junto
"Anjol (or Angol so sorry if I spelled it wrong love I lost the card with the spelling) was an absolute doll. She helped me out greatly my first night when I locked myself out of my room and were very accommodating since they had to take me on short notice due to another hotel cancelling on me, the ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
"It's an old hotel in an old building and it becomes apparent in a lot of little ways. The fan in the bathroom didn't work well (at one point it ran very weakly and another time not at all). The toilet was weak and would not flush down two wads of tp. Also there were little maintenance issues... nothing ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Columbus
"Lots of added fees - be sure to read the fine print on the room you are booking -Breakfast was $24 per person, and self parking "validation" cost me $25. Location is great , right off the highway and easily accessible from down town- and hotel attaches to some shops and a small food court on lower ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Columbus
Arena District
Arena District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Nationwide Arena and KEMBA Live! while you're in town.
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.
