Downtown Columbus Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Greater Columbus Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention centre 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
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at COSI in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Palace Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Palace Theatre during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Columbus Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Columbus Museum of Art in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Ohio Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Ohio Theatre on your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Columbus
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 8 Dec 2025
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
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 24 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Columbus
Absolutely wonderful! Will always stay here when in Columbus! Staff is so professional, warm and friendly! Love this place!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Junto
Front counter staff was amazing, very nice and welcoming. The room was first class. The facility is top notch. Manager stopped by our room and delivered champagne and treats because they heard we just got married, very nice touch. Staff that delivered food later in the evening was also very congratulatory. ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
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 26 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Good service. Nice big parking lot.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
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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.
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.
Discovery District
Discovery District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Columbus Museum of Art and Kelton House Museum and Garden while you're in town.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
