Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Santa Maria featuring heritage elements and a bay or harbour
Ohio Theater featuring signage and theatre scenes
Palace Theater which includes night scenes and signage
Santa Maria showing heritage elements and a bay or harbour
COSI featuring interior views and aircraft

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Columbus Hotel Deals

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$281 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$281
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,194 reviews)
"Love staying at this Hilton very good restaurants"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2025

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hyatt Regency Columbus
Hyatt Regency Columbus
3.5 out of 5
350 N High St, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$275 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"I asked for a quiet room and they delivered... I slept like a baby. Front desk staff was amazing and polite."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Hyatt Regency Columbus
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$365 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$365
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,396 reviews)
"always such kind staff!!"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
3 out of 5
175 East Town St, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$161 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$161
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"There was a staff member his name is Demetrius or nickname Meech he went above and beyond to assist me with an issue in my room. This young man is awesome"

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
3 out of 5
633 WEST 5TH AVENUE, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$251 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$251
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice clean property and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2025

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
The Junto
The Junto
4 out of 5
77 Belle St, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$349 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$349
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (503 reviews)
Excellent hotel by the river
"Fantastic hotel with a nice vibe, cafe and restaurant onsite, loved the fireplace and the working area."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

The Junto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Columbus

Santa Maria featuring heritage elements, a river or creek and a bay or harbour

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.

Arena District
Columbus as well as children

Uptown District

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

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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.

Short North
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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.

Victorian Village
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Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
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Milo-Grogan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Milo-Grogan and surrounding area, you can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.

Milo-Grogan

Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

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