South Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Ohio State University

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 State University
Greater Columbus Convention Center

Greater Columbus Convention Center

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the events happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
Ohio Stadium

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.

Ohio Stadium
Historic Crew Stadium

Historic Crew Stadium

Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Historic Crew Stadium
COSI featuring interior views as well as an individual female

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.

COSI
Nationwide Arena

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.

Nationwide Arena

Activities

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

AU$84
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

AU$62
Per adult
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
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Our pick of the best South Side Hotel Deals

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$213 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,288 reviews)
"Nice clean and safe place."

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
2.5 out of 5
2447 Brice Rd, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$129 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,066 reviews)
"Good stay."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$305 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$305
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,066 reviews)
Mom and Daughter Dave Show!! From Nashville!
"We have stayed there before…love it. Needs microwave in the room and Better Wi Fi. Kept kicking us out. Otherwise a great stay!"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Hilton Columbus Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$130 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.8/10 (1,282 reviews)
"Staff was supper helpful. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
4 out of 5
750 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$229 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"We pulled into the back parking lot,and the attendant would not let use unload our car unless we valade with him. There was a big spill at the back door that needed was way. The back sidewalk could have been blown off, But the man in the lot was not letting use unload the car."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
3 out of 5
7490 Vantage Drive, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$167 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$167
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,049 reviews)
"Everything was very clean and the staff was very friendly!"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
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Other neighbourhoods around South Side

Schiller Park which includes autumn colours, a pond and a park

German Village

You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in German Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Schiller Park or Schwartz Castle.

German Village
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens featuring a garden

Near East Columbus

While visiting Near East Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Franklin Park.

Near East Columbus
Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

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.

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 McFerson Commons while you're in town.

Arena District
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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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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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