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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.
Things to do
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Top hotels in Downtown Columbus
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Clean Room, Kind and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Columbus
Nice Room Nice staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Room was clean, the staff was friendly and the pool was heated
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
The Junto
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Yes everything was very good.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
I’ve stayed here a few times, and the staff has never been anything short of excellent! Always very polite and welcoming.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 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.
Scioto Mile
Scioto Mile 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 COSI or National Veterans Memorial and Museum.
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.