Near East Side Travel Guide
Columbus
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Popular places to visit
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Botanical wonders from around the world are exhibited alongside captivating contemporary artwork in this spacious and peaceful garden getaway.
Franklin Park
Franklin Park is just one of the places to see in Columbus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Lincoln Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Lincoln Theatre during your stay in Columbus. 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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Easton Town Center
During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Top hotels in Near East Side
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Big room! Easy check in
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Wyndham Columbus
Very small room. Not so clean.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
The rooms were definitely not very clean at all. They look like they had been renovated but not kept up. We originally book a king suite(2 room suite) and were told they only have one of them and it was "out of order" due to a water leak. They didn't tell us this until they had already checked us ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington
The walls and doors are very thin, you can hear everything in the halls and neighbors. Everything was okay- there are barely any outlets to plug in devices
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Wonderful place
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
The facility, staff and amenities are outstanding.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side
Near East Columbus
While visiting Near East Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Lincoln Theatre.
Milo-Grogan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Milo-Grogan and surrounding area, you can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
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.
