Downtown Columbus Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
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.
Ohio Theatre
This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Columbus
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Clean room, welcoming staff and great location. Will definitely stay here again. Indoor pool and hot tub facilities were also great for a chilly day.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Columbus
Nice Room Nice staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Nice and clean with complimentary hot breakfast. Room was not very sound proof, could hear the people and tv next to me. They went to bed early though.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
The Junto
Clean
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
The room was spotless and whole hotel sparkling clean. The tile work in every area was beautiful. The staff were very friendly & answered my questions about parking garage (not affiliated to hotel but attached) Very convenient location just a block from Nationwide Arena & entertainment district and ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Great place to stay. Staff was great and made it easy getting to Nationwide Arena.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
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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.
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
