Uptown District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Uptown District
Popular places to visit
Ohio Theatre
This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.
Ohio Statehouse
After visiting Ohio Statehouse, 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.
Palace Theatre
Combine a French palace’s interior with a landmark art deco building and you have Columbus’ favorite historic vaudeville venue, transformed into a modern theater.
LeVeque Tower
Learn about the local history of Columbus when you take a trip to LeVeque Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Capitol Square
You can learn about the history of Columbus with a visit to Capitol Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Central Ohio Fire Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Central Ohio Fire Museum during your travels in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Our pick of the best Uptown District Hotel Deals
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Evening was great upon check in. The hotel provided everything that was listed except soundproofed rooms. We specially booked this hotel for that reason and were disappointed that was not what we received. We had an upstairs neighbor that made noise all through the night. When this was mentioned ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
"This hotel was rather basic, but my room was great. The bed was very comfortable and it had a great view of the statehouse. Check out the great view of downtown from the gym which is on the top, 22nd floor. It was clear that the hotel seems to be in transition from its sale as a former Sheraton hotel ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center
"Parking across street, didn’t get any room service, other than that, it was good"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
"The property was clean, loved the door. Restaurant was onsite. Good options. Staff was very helpful even when there was an issue with my room service - they took care of it right away."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Downtown
"The room was clean and the staff were helpful (& the hot tub was actually hot). Good housekeeping. The cafe in the lobby stopped serving food pretty early. The tub was several inches higher than the bathroom floor and seems like a significant slip hazard which I didn't particularly like. No significant ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel LeVeque, Autograph Collection
"I loved the hotel and service was great. The art was amazing. I will definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown District
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.
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.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
Milo-Grogan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Milo-Grogan and surrounding area, you can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.
