Downtown Columbus, OH
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Popular places to visit
Greater Columbus Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention center in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ohio Theatre
This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.
Downtown Columbus Hotel Deals
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capital Square
We appreciated the customer service. The new owner was a lovely man. Our room's heat did not work so they gave us a new room and a bag of some snacks and drinks.
Reviewed on 2025/12/8
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
The room was clean.
Reviewed on 2026/1/19
Hyatt Regency Columbus
Staff was polite, had a parking garage attached to the hotel. Great view from the room. Very clean.
Reviewed on 2026/1/27
The Junto
Loved the lobby with lots of places to hang out - and a big fireplace
Reviewed on 2026/1/24
Hilton Columbus Downtown
The staff was friendly and the food options within the hotel were great!
Reviewed on 2026/1/18
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Our check in clerk Ed was super nice! Room was clean and a good amount of space for 3 adults.
Reviewed on 2026/1/26
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Columbus
Arena District
Arena District 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 Nationwide Arena or KEMBA Live!.
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
