Arena District, OH

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.

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Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is NT$5,005 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
NT$5,005
NT$5,906 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,461 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable room. So convenient to be connected to the convention center. The valet service attendants were great and very helpful. This would certainly be our go to hotel for any future visits to Columbus.

Reviewed on 2026/1/26

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 NT$4,070 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
NT$4,070
NT$4,851 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (423 reviews)
The staff was very courteous and helpful. The amenities were great. The rooftop restaurant/bar was very nice with great food. The room was clean and comfortable. There is so much within walking distance. We will definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 2026/1/28

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 NT$4,892 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
NT$4,892
NT$5,773 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Very clean room. Staff was very friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 2026/1/24

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is NT$3,870 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
NT$3,870
NT$5,309 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,563 reviews)
The room was very nice, however it was only set up for 1 person for amenities. 1 wash cloth, 1 coffee pod. Check in was easy. Valet parking was great but we should have called for our car much earlier because we waited about 30 minutes before they brought it up. The restaurant in the lobby was fantastic. ...

Reviewed on 2026/1/24

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH
The price is NT$1,819 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
NT$1,819
NT$2,146 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.8/10 (1,917 reviews)
The friendliness of the staff was outstanding. Overall cleanliness of the room as well as amenities was exceptional. Loved staying here, will return in the future

Reviewed on 2026/1/27

Wyndham Columbus
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St Columbus OH
The price is NT$4,357 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
NT$4,357
NT$5,141 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Staff was polite, had a parking garage attached to the hotel. Great view from the room. Very clean.

Reviewed on 2026/1/27

Hyatt Regency Columbus
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Santa Maria showing a bay or harbor and heritage elements

Downtown Columbus

4.5/5(1,219 area reviews)

Enjoy entertainment options like theaters, concerts, and the Scioto Mile's riverfront parks in this central business district with towering buildings and various educational institutions.

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

Uptown District

If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown District
Columbus is a City in central Ohio

Short North

Colorful, offbeat, and trendy, this densely-populated district offers art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee shops. Stroll along High Street under its 17 lighted metal arches, and admire the vibrant murals on its brick buildings.

Short North
Columbus Pride is always top notch. Check out a drag show at Axis!
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Victorian Village

The restaurants and live music are a few reasons travelers visit Victorian Village. Want to see more of the surrounding area? North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are a few top sights nearby.

Victorian Village
Aristide Maillol’s,  The Mountain floating on a raft of roses.

Discovery District

Discovery District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Columbus Museum of Art and Kelton House Museum and Garden while in the area.

Discovery District
Italian Village

Italian Village

Restaurants and architecture are just a few things travelers like about Italian Village. A stop by Jazz Arts Group is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Italian Village


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