Title: Visit Alton: 2026 Alton, Columbus Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Alton](https://expedia.com/Alton-Columbus-Hotels.0-n73464-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Columbus](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Columbus](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Alton](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Alton.d73464.Car-Rental-Guide)[Alton Vacations](https://expedia.com/Alton.d73464.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Alton, OH ## Columbus ## Visit Alton Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Columbus Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Columbus.dx178251) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ohio State House aerial at sunrise with Huntington Center and Vern Riffe State Office Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066363/d6210b9f-523b-44d1-b483-31a9a9606b0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Ohio-State-University-Oletangy-West.d6066363.Vacation-Attraction) ![A view of the new pedestrian skywalk connecting the convention center to the new downtown Hilton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/a911cf1c-494e-48b4-8263-65008a21c635.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Greater-Columbus-Convention-Center-Downtown-Columbus.d6152171.Vacation-Attraction) ![Easton Town Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138780/50aa1e70-b0c5-432f-932b-08ba9f26b37b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Easton Town Center During your visit to Columbus, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.com/Easton-Town-Center-Easton.d6138780.Vacation-Attraction) ![COSI showing interior views as well as an individual femail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066373/21038062-4b83-44eb-8f0f-5447d94da0e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### COSI There’s always more to discover in this innovative science adventure center, complete with giant 3-D digital screen and hundreds of fun-filled activities. [](https://expedia.com/COSI-Downtown-Columbus.d6066373.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historic Ohio Stadium with rotunda entrance against a cloudy sky in Columbus USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066361/2fb9c79e-1f40-4c6c-a81a-489d7ec0db1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ohio Stadium Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Ohio-Stadium-University-District.d6066361.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historic Crew Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/fe276ea7-aa7f-482d-92a5-ba9c83ef6fcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Historic-Crew-Stadium-Columbus.d6066365.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588399/6400b977-1836-4baf-9877-a66a94627cb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena $79 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/columbus-blue-jackets-ice-hockey-game-at-nationwide-arena.a47588399.activity-details) ![Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47920750/f74e4fba-d347-4347-96c6-ffe2d499d142.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass $55 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/columbus-multiple-attractions-pass.a47920750.activity-details) ![Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48076060/692d3427-ab2b-4a5a-9870-4c023d5c06df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative $42 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/columbus-1-hour-themed-escape-room-adventure-narrative.a48076060.activity-details) ![Special Ops: Mysterious Market](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5161008/dc4301ca-59d8-4b93-897f-6887f93a233a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus $42 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-easton-town-center-in-columbus.a5161008.activity-details) ![Alt Eats Van Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51047273/85ad961e-4b0d-4753-8108-07de3dc8e6c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alt Eats Tour Discover International Flavors in Columbus $96 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/alt-eats-tour-discover-international-flavors-in-columbus.a51047273.activity-details) ![Discover Culinary Delights Columbus Food Hall Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51044485/055445f0-d17b-4058-ba45-f3be12785037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover Culinary Delights Columbus Food Hall Tour $96 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-culinary-delights-columbus-food-hall-tour.a51044485.activity-details) [See all activities in Columbus](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Alton Hotel Deals ![Sonesta Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26900/26870/d5b1e434_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Columbus Downtown 33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH $180 nightly $212 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,585 reviews) Nice clean room Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=26870&PinnedHotelID=26870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=73464) ![The Junto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89830000/89820900/89820813/a1390291_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Junto 77 Belle St Columbus OH $216 nightly $253 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (820 reviews) The best hotel in Columbus! 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[](https://expedia.com/Columbus-West-Columbus.dx6059507) ![Having a Chai Tea Latte while waiting for friends. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/109944/e9215c0d-0fb8-47bc-af61-5651b7b006ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Grandview Heights Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.com/Columbus-Grandview-Heights.dx109944) ![The Main Street Bridge spans the Scioto River in Columbus, Ohio and is a major landmark in the downtown district of the USA city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177638/2cf0c4da-1ee8-46af-8a33-5562e5403b6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Upper Arlington Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Upper Arlington. You might consider a stop by Shops On Lane Avenue while you're exploring the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.com/Columbus-Upper-Arlington.dx177638) ![Aerial view of the Olentangy River winding past Ohio Stadium, reflecting the clear sky, alongside the bustling city skyline, Columbus, Ohio, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/808641247281864704/3cf0c694-0445-41fb-ac2c-a0c6a1246482.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oletangy West While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium. [](https://expedia.com/Columbus-Oletangy-West.dx808641247281864704) ![#hometown pride in our beautiful #gardens #details ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/862d5716-3474-4975-b93f-798513a944a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Victorian Village The restaurants and live music are a few reasons travelers visit Victorian Village. Want to see more of the surrounding area? North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are a few top sights nearby. 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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 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/ee453e78-ac76-4287-b4e3-80085f30c8a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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!. 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