Discovery District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Discovery District
Popular places to visit
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.
Topiary Park
After visiting Topiary Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Ohio State University
Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Easton Town Center
During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Our pick of the best Discovery District Hotel Deals
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Staff was terrific, very helpful
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
My husband and I enjoyed one night at this hotel. Checking in was easy and the front desk staff were welcoming and helpful. Our room was clean and well appointed. I wish we had brought our swimsuits because the pool looked lovely. The beds were clean and comfortable, the shower was hot, checkout ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
amazing staff!! Front desk ladies were so kind and helpful
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Big room! Easy check in
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Wyndham Columbus
Very small room. Not so clean.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
The rooms were definitely not very clean at all. They look like they had been renovated but not kept up. We originally book a king suite(2 room suite) and were told they only have one of them and it was "out of order" due to a water leak. They didn't tell us this until they had already checked us ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Discovery District
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
German Village
You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in German Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Schwartz Castle or Muse Gallery.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
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.
