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Popular places to visit
Greater Columbus Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention center 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.
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.
Columbus Museum of Art
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.
Things to do
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
An Exciting Scavenger Hunt: Discovering Columbus
Alt Eats Tour Discover International Flavors in Columbus
Top hotels in Downtown Columbus
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
The room was terrible with little windows and yiu couldn’t see out as there was so much moisture in the glass. The parking situation is terrible to have to walk through the alley because need key access but don’t get that until you check in
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Great hotel! Loved every part of it
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
The hotel was very clean, updated, convenient to many places, rooms were nice and spacious. We had an event at the convention center and it was the perfect location and cost half the price as staying right next to the convention center-a 5 minute commute if that. Will definitely use next year!
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
The Junto
Good
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
First time staying at a Dury and wont be my last the staff was so friendly and accommodating. And the food is really good
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
Overall just a really bad experience. In town for a graduation party and invited a surge group to the hotel for drinks but everything was locked up. No management on property and they said it opens at 4. That actually means 5:30 then they still closed at 9. Will not show pictures but coffee pot was ...
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Columbus
Arena District
Arena District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Nationwide Arena or KEMBA Live!.
Short North
Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Columbus Children's Theatre while in the area.
Victorian Village
The restaurants and live music are a few reasons travelers visit Victorian Village. Want to see more of the surrounding area? North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are a few top sights nearby.
Italian Village
Restaurants and architecture are just a few things travelers like about Italian Village. A stop by Jazz Arts Group is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Milo-Grogan
While there might not be top attractions in Milo-Grogan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.
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.
