Arena District
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Popular places to visit

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.

Huntington Park
Catch an event at Huntington Park during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

North Market
During your visit to Columbus, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at North Market. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

McFerson Commons
McFerson Commons is just one of the places to see in Columbus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? 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 lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Things to do

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

An Exciting Scavenger Hunt: Discovering Columbus

Alt Eats Tour Discover International Flavors in Columbus

Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Columbus by Crazy Dash
Top hotels in Arena District

Hilton Columbus Downtown
"Staff was super rude when checking in. We weren’t informed of a convention going on that was NOT suitable for kids."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown
"The room was nice but the view wasn’t the best. I asked for a room with a nice view of the city and I got a view of the back parking lot!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
"Great location, walkable to convention center and many restaurants. Most importantly, it was clean. Just a bummer some gym equipment was out of order and room service came in the room despite us declining it."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Fantastic! Thank you for a great experience"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Wyndham Columbus
"The first room I checked into smelled so bad I couldn’t stay in it. I requested another room and it wasn’t much better. I bought my own air freshener to make it tolerable. There wasn’t enough towels and wash cloths for us. The sink cabinet was torn apart and leaking. The shower had mold with little ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
"We chose this hotel because we stayed there a year ago and had a really nice experience. The valet was so convenient and having a Starbucks in the lobby made grabbing the morning coffee a breeze and didn’t have to find another coffee shop downtown before meetings began. Now the hotel has new owners-valet ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arena District

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.

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.
