Columbus, OH

Travel Guide
Columbus which includes a pond, a park and a city
Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park
Columbus featuring a garden as well as a couple
Columbus which includes skyline, a river or creek and a city
Photo provided by Greater Columbus Convention & Visitors Bureau

Where to stay in Columbus

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
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
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 Shops at Worthington 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
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 AED 346 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
AED 346
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,288 reviews)
"Nice clean and safe place."

Reviewed on 22 November 2024

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
2.5 out of 5
2447 Brice Rd, Columbus, OH
The price is AED 293 per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
AED 293
AED 335 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,067 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 22 November 2024

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is AED 621 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
AED 621
AED 715 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,067 reviews)
Mom and Daughter Dave Show!! From Nashville!
"We have stayed there before…love it. Needs microwave in the room and Better Wi Fi. Kept kicking us out. Otherwise a great stay!"

Reviewed on 18 November 2024

Hilton Columbus Downtown
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.
Trendy Short North Townhome w/ free parking
Trendy Short North Townhome w/ free parking
Columbus
Stay at this vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy a water park, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Nationwide Arena and Ohio Expo ...
10/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Great location
"Stayed for a couple nights it was a great location, pizza place across the street and ice cream down the street. The place was clean and the beds were comfy. Stairs are definitely steep but just be mindful. The parking is also very tight we had rented an Acadia and I wouldn’t have tried with anything ..."

Reviewed on 21 October 2024

Trendy Short North Townhome w/ free parking
Buckeye condo with hot tub and pool table
Buckeye condo with hot tub and pool table
Powell
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Powell. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a pool table. Popular attractions Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Polaris ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Nice little condo
"Condo was very clean, close to sawmill rd so plenty of nearby places to eat. Check in and out was easy. Back yard had a nice deck to hang out at. Didn’t get a chance to use the hot tub but it looked clean. Overall enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 12 November 2024

Buckeye condo with hot tub and pool table
Historic, creative, close to downtown!
Historic, creative, close to downtown!
Columbus
Stay at this vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions COSI and Nationwide Arena are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Great Trip!
"We had a great time! It was super close to everything and I loved the book-vibe."

Reviewed on 21 November 2024

Historic, creative, close to downtown!
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.

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Reviews of Columbus

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great

3/5 - Okay

MaLa

The locals were not friendly. The nail shop on High street near Hyatt Regency Columbus was dope. The culture is healthy eating and exercise city. Bob Thornton and Donato’s was not my favorite. A health conscience city. I really enjoyed the diversity.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Columbus like many cities in Ohio seems to always be under construction and I usually get spun around on I 71 and I 70 and have to backtrack on detours due to heavy traffic. Very frustrating!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Tornado warning while we were there

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

columbus was fine, i wish our trip could have been pushed later since the state had not completely opened up yet

5/5 - Excellent

Humble

I love Columbus and I’m a frequent visitor

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