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
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
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
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
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is SAR 570 per night from May 25 to May 26
SAR 570
SAR 761 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,388 reviews)
Busy night in Cbus.
"Was a busy night there Saturday w Ohio State graduation, large wedding, and a Volleyball tournament. Restaurant was very good. Very good breakfast buffet as well as other meals. Parking staff was able to handl the volume."

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus
Wyndham Columbus
4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 281 per night from May 13 to May 14
SAR 281
SAR 332 total
13 May - 14 May
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,393 reviews)
"I didn’t like the water on the floor my the guest not wearing shoes from the pool"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Wyndham Columbus
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is SAR 537 per night from May 25 to May 26
SAR 537
SAR 634 total
25 May - 26 May
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! (1,216 reviews)
Nice nice. Show the squares some class!
"Over all, the best hotel experience I've recently had. The air conditioner started making a flute sound that woke me up around 5AM. At breakfast the hostesses were sorta snooty. I get it, i was in town for a metal show and not looking like the yuppies they are used to."

Reviewed on 11 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 ...
"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
Pool, Hot tub, Sauna, sleeps 29!
Pool, Hot tub, Sauna, sleeps 29!
Lancaster
Stay at this vacation home in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a sauna. Popular attractions Charles F. Alley Park and Goslin Nature Center are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Family Reunion
"Our extended family met together here for the Easter weekend, and it was a perfect fit for us. There was a large enough area to share meals together, but still all the space we needed to sprawl. The kids had fun exploring the property, playing pool and chilling in the tv game room. Everyone had a ..."

Reviewed on 23 April 2025

Pool, Hot tub, Sauna, sleeps 29!
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 an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (27 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!
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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 Crazy Kiwi Duncan Dog! An absolutely enormous foot long hot dog slathered with grilled onions, cole slaw, bacon, cheese sauce and hot sauce! Go Crew!

Historic Crew Stadium

4/5(285 reviews)

Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Historic Crew 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