Discovery District, OH

Columbus

Aristide Maillol’s, The Mountain floating on a raft of roses.
Aristide Maillol’s, The Mountain floating on a raft of roses.
Columbus out of Legos among other things at Columbus Museum of Art.
The walk way from the parking deck to Davidison Hall on the campus of Columbus State College.
Art in Bloom at the Columbus Museum of Art presented existing works of art with their florally inspired doppelganger.

Popular places to visit

Columbus Museum of Art showing outdoor art and art

Columbus Museum of Art

See some masterpieces or make one of your own at this interactive and educational museum, complete with modern masters, a sculpture garden and creative workshops.

Columbus Museum of Art
Beautiful. Metered parking, but worth the walk. It’s in Old Deaf School Park.

Topiary Park

After visiting Topiary Park, 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.

Topiary Park
The second oldest building remaining on The Ohio State University campus, Orton Hall was opened in 1893. It is named after Dr Edward Orton, Sr. who served as Ohio State's first president, OSU Professor of Geology from 1873 to 1899, and Ohio's State Geologist from 1882 until his death in 1899. Orton Hall is built of 40 different Ohio building stones. In the outside walls, these stones are laid in stratigraphic order according to their relative positions in Ohio's bedrock. The only non-indigenous to Ohio stone used is Indiana Limestone to build the front steps. It was chosen because of its high concentration of embedded fossils. The bell tower was dedicated in 1915 and contains 25,000 pounds of bells that can be heard regularly tolling across campus. Encircling the top of the tower are 24 columns with gargoyle-like figures which are restorations of fossil animals.

Ohio State University

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

Ohio State University
A view of the new pedestrian skywalk connecting the convention center to the new downtown Hilton.

Greater Columbus Convention Center

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

Greater Columbus Convention Center
Ohio Stadium

Ohio Stadium

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

Ohio Stadium
Historic Crew Stadium

Historic Crew Stadium

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

Historic Crew Stadium

Things to do

Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena

Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena

$27
per adult
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

$42
per adult
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Discover Culinary Delights Columbus Food Hall Tour

Discover Culinary Delights Columbus Food Hall Tour

$96
per adult
Discover Culinary Delights Columbus Food Hall Tour
The Perfect Half Day Columbus Adventure

The Perfect Half Day Columbus Adventure

$65
per adult
The Perfect Half Day Columbus Adventure
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Discovery District Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

3 out of 5
175 East Town St Columbus OH
$91 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$107 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Breakfast was fresh and the room was spacey and neatly clean. Every staff member I met was respectful and always checked on you, very appreciative to see that

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

3 out of 5
412 E Main St Columbus OH
$100 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$118 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (620 reviews)
Very nice room and amenties

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

3.5 out of 5
50 North Third Street Columbus OH
$131 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
$155 total
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Very nice, safe, and clean hotel. The breakfast bar was amazing and fresh!

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Hyatt Regency Columbus

3.5 out of 5
350 N High St Columbus OH
$139 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$164 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Convenient to convention center and a very nice facility

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Hyatt Regency Columbus
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

3.5 out of 5
5100 Upper Metro Pl Dublin OH
$119 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$141 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
great front desk, nice bar, nice room, omelet bar at breakfast was delicious, would definitely stay here again

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl Columbus OH
$143 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$169 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,335 reviews)
Everything about the Blackwell is top notch!!

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
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Other neighborhoods around Discovery District

Obligatory pic of the holiday lights at the Columbus Commons.

Uptown District

If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown District
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
This arch is all that remains of Columbus Grand Union Station, the city's third and final train station. Built in 1897 and designed by Daniel H. Burnham and Company of Chicago, the train station was located in the current footprint of the Greater Columbus Convention Center. On October 22, 1976, demolition began despite having been listed on the National Register of Historic Places two years earlier. A restraining order federal judge George Smith halted demolition, but it was too late and only one arch of the ornate structure was saved. In 1999, the arch in its entirety was slowing inched over several blocks to its current location at Dimon McPherson Commons in the Arena District. #architecture

Arena District

Arena District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Nationwide Arena or KEMBA Live!.

Arena District
Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park

German Village

4/5(1 area review)

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
Italian Village

Italian Village

Restaurants and architecture are just a few things travelers like about Italian Village. A stop by Jazz Arts Group is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Italian Village
The Short North Arches taken near the Cap.

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
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