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

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$241 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$241
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 ...
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$278 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$278
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Hyatt Regency Columbus
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$201 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$201
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,085 reviews)
"For a higher end brand hotel the coffee was terrible (completely watered down). This was both mornings of our stay. We had to find a local coffee shop to get decent coffee. Gym was excellent. Lobby was very comfortable and welcoming. Rooms were clean."

Reviewed on 26 Aug. 2025

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
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$150 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$150
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$275 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$275
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Hilton Columbus Downtown
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$337 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$337
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
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 a bridge, a bay or harbour and a river or creek

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.

Uptown 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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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
Schiller Park showing a fountain, a pond and autumn leaves

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.

German Village

Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

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