Central Ohio, OH

Travel Guide

National Veterans Memorial and Museum featuring a memorial, a garden and heritage elements
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens which includes a garden and interior views as well as a couple
COSI which includes signage as well as a large group of people
Veterans Memorial showing a memorial and signage
COSI showing interior views and signage

Where to stay in Central Ohio

Santa Maria showing a bay or harbor and heritage elements

Downtown Columbus

4.5/5(1,219 area reviews)

Enjoy entertainment options like theaters, concerts, and the Scioto Mile's riverfront parks in this central business district with towering buildings and various educational institutions.

Downtown Columbus
Bibibop Asian Grill is the Asian equivalent of the Chipotle style of dining. A bowl filled with wild purple rice, bean sprouts, sauteed potatoes, chicken, cucumber, lettuce, carrot, daikon, cheese, corn and egg topped with yum yum sauce.

Polaris

4.5/5(633 area reviews)

Polaris is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Polaris Fashion Place and Magic Mountain Fun Center while in the area.

Polaris
Santa Maria featuring a garden and signage

Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by McConnell Arts Center or The Candle Lab while you're exploring the area.

Worthington
Alternating layers of chewy brownie and rich peanut butter, covered with dark chocolate ganache! I usually stuff myself on savory pizza pies and have no room for dessert pies. On this trip, I boxed up some pizza for a cold pizza breakfast the next morning so I could further indulge in this delight!

Easton

4.5/5(453 area reviews)

Easton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Easton Town Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center while you're in town.

Easton
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Short North

Colorful, offbeat, and trendy, this densely-populated district offers art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee shops. Stroll along High Street under its 17 lighted metal arches, and admire the vibrant murals on its brick buildings.

Short North
Wexner Center for the Arts which includes signage and theater scenes

University District

4.5/5(126 area reviews)

Home to Ohio State University, the University District boasts a diverse range of restaurants, bars, boutiques, and the Gateway Film Center. Explore Ohio Stadium and Old North Columbus for a taste of local culture.

University District
Wyndham Columbus
Wyndham Columbus
4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
The price is SAR 252 per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
SAR 252
SAR 297 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,379 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet. I requested a late checkout because we arrived at 4:30am & nobody bothered us. No cleaning lady knocking my door down at 11:00am. We left at 12:30pm like I told them we woild & i checked out at the front desk. No extra charges no hassle. Great water pressure too!!"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Wyndham Columbus
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 567 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 567
SAR 757 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,376 reviews)
"I had a great place to stay and the staff was amazing."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 666 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 666
SAR 786 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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! (1,238 reviews)
"Always our top place to stay when in Columbus"

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Hilton Columbus Downtown
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The Standard Downtown Columbus
The Standard Downtown Columbus
2.5 out of 5
174 W Long St, Columbus, OH
Stay at this aparthotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nationwide Arena and COSI are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)
"The apartment was cute and easy to get to. The address is listed wrong though and i was not able to get ahold of anyone to confirm this. Also couldnt get the wifi to connect with the provided password. Comfy apartment with a great location though! Highly recommend Pins across the street and Freedom ..."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

The Standard Downtown Columbus
Cute, cozy, crash pad near bike path!! Quiet, convenient, Short North location!
Cute, cozy, crash pad near bike path!! Quiet, convenient, Short North location!
Columbus
Stay at this vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ohio Stadium and Nationwide ...
9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
Perfect place to stay!
"We were able to check into our rental without issue, though the smart lock can seem tricky we found we just had to push harder on the pad to wake it up. We had all the comforts of home while we were there. Thank you Katie for sharing your place with us, we enjoyed our visit!"

Reviewed on 12 April 2025

Cute, cozy, crash pad near bike path!! Quiet, convenient, Short North location!
Chic 1-bedroom in vibrant Central Columbus
Chic 1-bedroom in vibrant Central Columbus
Columbus
Stay at this apartment in Columbus. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Stadium are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
10/10 would recommend
"Very comfy and clean. The access was easy and there were very clear instructions to access everything."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Chic 1-bedroom in vibrant Central Columbus
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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.

Popular places to visit

Cherry Blossoms! I must be in Washington D.C. Nope, just walking through the west campus of The Ohio State University.

Ohio State University

4.5/5(1,159 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Ohio State University, a top college in Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Ohio State University
Behold, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in all its wiener-wonderment! There are currently eight Wienermobiles gallivanting across county commandeered by Hotdoggers passing out Wienerwhistles to wiener fanatics. The Wienermobile made a stop at the NHL All Star Fan Festival in Columbus. What's the connection between hockey and wieners? Well, Oscar Mayer is owned by Kraft and Kraft has a promotion called Hockeyville in which communities compete to demonstrate their commitment to the sport of ice hockey. The winning community gets a cash prize dedicated to upgrading their local home arena, as well as host an NHL preseason game.

Greater Columbus Convention Center

4.5/5(614 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening at Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention center in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium showing marine life, dangerous animals and land animals

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

4.5/5(688 reviews)

Take the family to visit the sea creatures you'll find at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and find out why this is a popular attraction in Powell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
On the north side of Ohio Stadium, also known as the Horse Shoe, there's a huge archway with a beautiful mosaic and pictures of iconic players. Though I've been to the 'Shoe many times, it was only recently that I discovered the flowers at the top of the arch. #UrbanJungle

Ohio Stadium

4.5/5(438 reviews)

Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Ohio Stadium
The Columbus Blue Jackets #CBJ and Nationwide Arena went all out as hosts of the 2014 NHL All-star Game. In addition to hosting the skills competition and the game itself, the NHL fan festival was held at the nearby convention center and the Arena District was turned into All Star Winter Park with a giant snow slide and an outdoor NHL regulation sized ice rink.

Nationwide Arena

4.5/5(595 reviews)

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
COSI showing interior views as well as an individual femail

COSI

4/5(479 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at COSI during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

COSI