Near East Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens which includes a garden
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens featuring interior views and a park as well as a couple
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens which includes a garden
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens featuring a pond, a garden and marine life
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens featuring outdoor art and a garden as well as a family

Popular places to visit

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens showing interior views

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Botanical wonders from around the world are exhibited alongside captivating contemporary artwork in this spacious and peaceful garden getaway.

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Lincoln Theatre

Lincoln Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Lincoln Theatre during your stay in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Lincoln Theatre
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens which includes a garden

Franklin Park

Franklin Park is just one of the places to see in Columbus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Franklin Park
Ohio State University

Ohio State University

Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Ohio State University
Greater Columbus Convention Center

Greater Columbus Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention centre in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
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$64
per adult
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

AU$64
per adult
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
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$64
per adult
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

AU$64
per adult
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
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Our pick of the best Near East Side Hotel Deals

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$228 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$228
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! (1,393 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$204 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$204
31 Aug - 1 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! (1,070 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
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$244 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$244
7 Aug - 8 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! (1,149 reviews)
"We did uber eats since valet parked the car for us. Registration staff said valet was the cheapest parking option but I don’t know what the other options were. Everyone was very nice and friendly. One drawback about the room was every time some someone flushed in a nearby room we heard it. The super ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$285 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$285
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was very clean and spacious with a goregous view of the city. Walkable to Kemba live and the baseball field. Safe and clean area in the arena district. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency Columbus
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$145 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$145
17 Aug - 18 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 (1,449 reviews)
"The pros: room was very clean, bed is so comfortable, had all the necessities (soap, lotion, body wash, iron, fridge, microwave, tv). The cons: there was a half of roll of tissue with no extras, the microwave wasn't plugged in I would've done it but cord wasn't long enough to reach the socket. The ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Wyndham Columbus
SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

3 out of 5
1421 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH
The price is AU$181 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$181
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great place for our overnight stay"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU
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Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side

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Bexley

Churches and live music are just a few things travellers like about Bexley. A stop by Ohio Governor's Residence and Heritage Garden is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Bexley
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
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
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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
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
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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

Near East Side Travel Guide

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