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$225 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$225
24 Aug - 25 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! (1,401 reviews)
Nice place to stay
"Check in was very easy. Staff was very helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

3 out of 5
633 WEST 5TH AVENUE, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$220 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$220
14 Aug - 15 Aug
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! (1,070 reviews)
Weekend Getaway
"My guy and I enjoyed a weekend getaway while attending a concert at the fairgrounds! Our stay was lovely!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$252 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$252
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Amazing stay. The staff was super friendly, willing to help in any way that they could. I needed some extra supplies for my room and they were able to assist!i would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency Columbus
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$361 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$361
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (618 reviews)
"The Executive King was a pleasant suprise. The soaking tub"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

The Junto
Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$306 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$306
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,293 reviews)
"Melissa was so nice and friendly"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Hilton 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$150 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$150
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was a pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
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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