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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
German Village Walking Food Tour in Columbus
Top hotels in Discovery District
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Relaxing, quiet room. Very helpful staff and valets.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Overall clean and satisfactory
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown
amazing staff!! Front desk ladies were so kind and helpful
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
It was clean and the staff was very friendly. The only issue I had which the hotel has no control over was the noise from street. We walked to nationwide area and restaurants. The restaurant at the hotel was great too.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Wyndham Columbus
The shower in the room didn't work. The hot tub is good but a little aggressive with the bubbles. Still enjoyed it. The pool was nice. We slept well but the walls are thin we could hear exactly what the people on the otherside of the wall where saying. We turned on sleep sounds and then slept well. ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Excellently
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
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.
