Discovery District Travel Guide
Columbus
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Ohio State University
Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention centre in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Historic Crew Stadium
Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Discovery District
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Staff was very nice and close proximity to downtown and nationwide arena.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Convenient location. Clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
Very nice room and amenties
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Staff was wonderful. Room was spotless. Great food and drink opportunities. Valet service was exceptional. Had to deal with a large conference at the same time which presented many challenges though.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Staff was friendly, breakfast was good but could maybe do some change ups instead of the same thing every single day. WIFI is excellent, big 55" tv in the rooms to watch tv on.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Staff, room space/view and location
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Discovery District
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Columbus
The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Columbus. A stop by Nationwide Arena or North Market might round out your trip.
Arena District
Arena District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Nationwide Arena and KEMBA Live! while you're in town.
German Village
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.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
Short North
Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.
