Discovery District Travel Guide
Columbus
Visit Discovery District
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 lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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.
Easton Town Center
During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Things to do
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
German Village Walking Food Tour in Columbus
Top hotels in Discovery District
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
"Room was clean and staff were nice and helpful."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
"The hotel is older, but kept up very nicely. Our room was cozy and the beds were very comfortable. The valet parking is expensive. The pool was closed on the day of check in, but opened when we were checking out. Agents at the front desk and the employees working at Latitude 41 were so polite and ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
"Initial impressions: very helpful staff, clean , easy parking (discounted if you’re a HH member) Booked this hotel because of a concert at Bluestone and it’s somewhat of a walkable distance. We still Uber’d because it was pouring rain. Price range was right under $200 for a Friday night. King size ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Close to most attractions."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"It was ok for the price."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Fantastic location and staff. Room immaculate. Will stay here again when in Columbus."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Discovery District
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.
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.
Victorian Village
Victorian Village is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Milo-Grogan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Milo-Grogan and surrounding area, you can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.
