Arena District

Columbus

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
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
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Top hotels in Arena District

Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is HK$1,373 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
HK$1,373
HK$1,620 total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,477 reviews)
The room was fine.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hilton Columbus Downtown
AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
517 PARK ST Columbus OH
The price is HK$1,074 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
HK$1,074
HK$1,280 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

2.5 out of 5
501 N High St Columbus OH
The price is HK$1,216 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
HK$1,216
HK$1,435 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Excellent staff

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is HK$1,252 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$1,252
HK$1,662 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,585 reviews)
Nice clean room

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St Columbus OH
The price is HK$1,302 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
HK$1,302
HK$1,800 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (820 reviews)
The best hotel in Columbus!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Junto
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

3.5 out of 5
5100 Upper Metro Pl Dublin OH
The price is HK$928 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$928
HK$1,095 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,024 reviews)
Staff and accommodations were nice. The Water pressure was good. Water Temp could have been better. I know I probably was showering at the same time as many, but the water was not really warm....it takes a lot for me to notice.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin
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Other neighbourhoods around Arena District

Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

Downtown Columbus

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Columbus
Obligatory pic of the holiday lights at the Columbus Commons.

Uptown District

If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Rhodes State Office Tower and Palace Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown District
Columbus is a City in central Ohio

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.

Short North
#hometown pride in our beautiful #gardens #details

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
Italian Village

Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park

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.

German Village


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