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The second oldest building remaining on The Ohio State University campus, Orton Hall was opened in 1893. It is named after Dr Edward Orton, Sr. who served as Ohio State's first president, OSU Professor of Geology from 1873 to 1899, and Ohio's State Geologist from 1882 until his death in 1899. Orton Hall is built of 40 different Ohio building stones. In the outside walls, these stones are laid in stratigraphic order according to their relative positions in Ohio's bedrock. The only non-indigenous to Ohio stone used is Indiana Limestone to build the front steps. It was chosen because of its high concentration of embedded fossils. The bell tower was dedicated in 1915 and contains 25,000 pounds of bells that can be heard regularly tolling across campus. Encircling the top of the tower are 24 columns with gargoyle-like figures which are restorations of fossil animals.

Ohio State University

Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Ohio State University
A view of the new pedestrian skywalk connecting the convention center to the new downtown Hilton.

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 great live music or attend a sporting event.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
Ohio Stadium

Ohio Stadium

Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Ohio Stadium
Historic Crew Stadium

Historic Crew Stadium

Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Historic Crew Stadium
Nationwide Arena

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.

Nationwide Arena
COSI showing interior views as well as an individual female

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.

COSI

Things to do

Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

HK$327
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The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio

Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio

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Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio
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Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

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Top hotels in Alton

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

3.5 out of 5
5100 Upper Metro Pl Dublin OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$929 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
HK$929
HK$1,097 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Nice hotel. Dog friendly. Good neighborhood to walk the dog.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl Columbus OH
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! (1,343 reviews)
Clean, great location and staff!

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

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The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St Columbus OH
The price is HK$1,298 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
HK$1,298
HK$1,794 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (794 reviews)
Great hotel! So happy I stayed here. Near Downtown and Short North. Very unique hotel with lots of charm. Staff were extremely hospitable. If I do return to Columbus, I’ll be staying here.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Junto
Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is HK$1,240 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$1,240
HK$1,464 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,462 reviews)
Service every where but breakfast was excellent.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

2.5 out of 5
4300 International Gateway Columbus OH
The price is HK$855 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$855
HK$1,009 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area

3 out of 5
2447 Brice Rd Columbus OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$556 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
HK$556
HK$656 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,717 reviews)
There are no elevators. No dead bolts on the door. Breakfast was limited and not many options. Otherwise beds were comfy, water was hot.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
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Other neighbourhoods around Alton

All that remains of Cooper Stadium, the former home of the Columbus Clippers minor league baseball team. This location has been doubly abandoned because what's left was intended to be the grandstand of an auto racing track that never came to fruition.

West Columbus

West Columbus 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 Hollywood Casino or Camp Chase Confederate Cemetery.

West Columbus
Having a Chai Tea Latte while waiting for friends.

Grandview Heights

Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.

Grandview Heights
The neon pink filament like blooms of the Persian Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin). The leaves of this tree are very similar to the leaves of the Sensitive Plant

Upper Arlington

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Upper Arlington. You might consider stopping by Shops On Lane Avenue while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Upper Arlington
This pink and white marbled petunia is actually an unintended mutation of what was intended to be a completely pink bloom. The OSU cultivar trials, located at Ohio State University's Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens, are conducted each year in order to evaluate ornamental bedding and container plants. The objective of these trials is to observe the performance of new and recently introduced cultivated plant varieties under environmental conditions typical of central Ohio. Despite their stated scientific and economic purposes, the gardens are beautiful to walk through and photograph. Best of all, they're FREE!

Oletangy West

While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium.

Oletangy West
Columbus Pride is always top notch. Check out a drag show at Axis! #Festival #Pride

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.

Victorian Village
This arch is all that remains of Columbus Grand Union Station, the city's third and final train station. Built in 1897 and designed by Daniel H. Burnham and Company of Chicago, the train station was located in the current footprint of the Greater Columbus Convention Center. On October 22, 1976, demolition began despite having been listed on the National Register of Historic Places two years earlier. A restraining order federal judge George Smith halted demolition, but it was too late and only one arch of the ornate structure was saved. In 1999, the arch in its entirety was slowing inched over several blocks to its current location at Dimon McPherson Commons in the Arena District. #architecture

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.

Arena District

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