Central Ohio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central Ohio
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens featuring interior views and a park as well as a couple
COSI featuring signage as well as a large group of people
Veterans Memorial featuring signage and a memorial
COSI showing signage and interior views

Where to stay in Central Ohio

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.

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Polaris

Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while you're in town.

Polaris
Santa Maria featuring a park and signage

Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by McConnell Arts Center or The Candle Lab while you're exploring the area.

Worthington
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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.

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Easton

Travellers come to Easton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Easton Town Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center while you're in town.

Easton
Wexner Center for the Arts showing signage and theatre scenes

University District

University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wexner Center for the Arts and Newport Music Hall while you're in town.

University District
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$246 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$246
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,384 reviews)
"We stayed in a loft room which was lovely and quiet. Excellent front desk and restaurant service."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$257 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$257
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,110 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay for Red White and Boom, however, it would have been great to have been told at check in that the bistro/restaurant would be completely closed for the holiday, and no room service would be available... instead, we were given a menu-like item with our wifi on it that had the bistro ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Wyndham Columbus
Wyndham Columbus
4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$127 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$127
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 (1,391 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Wyndham Columbus
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.
The Standard Downtown Columbus
The Standard Downtown Columbus
2.5 out of 5
174 W Long St, Columbus, OH
Stay at this aparthotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (17 reviews)
"The apartment was cute and easy to get to. The address is listed wrong though and i was not able to get ahold of anyone to confirm this. Also couldnt get the wifi to connect with the provided password. Comfy apartment with a great location though! Highly recommend Pins across the street and Freedom ..."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

The Standard Downtown Columbus
Cute, cozy, crash pad near bike path!! Quiet, convenient, Short North location!
Cute, cozy, crash pad near bike path!! Quiet, convenient, Short North location!
Columbus
Stay at this vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ohio Stadium and Nationwide ...
9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
"The property was as pictured. It was clean, cozy and comfortable. The neighborhood was easily accessible and close to plenty of food and entertainment options. I’d recommend this place to friends and would stay again."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Cute, cozy, crash pad near bike path!! Quiet, convenient, Short North location!
Charming LAKE FRONT COTTAGE just 13 miles from Hocking Hills!
Charming LAKE FRONT COTTAGE just 13 miles from Hocking Hills!
Lancaster
Stay at this cottage in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Charles F. Alley Park and Flight of the Hawk Sculpture ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Trip with friends
"The house was beautiful inside and out. The house was very clean and well kept. Definitely recommend this property to anyone staying in the hocking hills area."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Charming LAKE FRONT COTTAGE just 13 miles from Hocking Hills!
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.

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