Uptown District Travel Guide
Columbus
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Popular places to visit
Ohio Theatre
This theater is the gold-and-red velvet crown of Ohio, featuring exciting musicals and concerts on its lavish Baroque-style stage.
Ohio Statehouse
After visiting Ohio Statehouse, 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.
Palace Theatre
Combine a French palace’s interior with a landmark art deco building and you have Columbus’ favorite historic vaudeville venue, transformed into a modern theater.
LeVeque Tower
Learn about the local history of Columbus when you take a trip to LeVeque Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Capitol Square
You can learn about the history of Columbus with a visit to Capitol Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Central Ohio Fire Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Central Ohio Fire Museum during your travels in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
German Village Walking Food Tour in Columbus
An Exciting Scavenger Hunt: Discovering Columbus
Top hotels in Uptown District
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
The room needs a good dusting, sweep and mopping. there was no hot water in the bathroom sink
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
The bathtub was broken and so was the sink the staff was great and the air didn't work in the bar.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center
don't like parking situation.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
I was very disappointed that I had to pay to valet park. I was told it would be $45 when I asked and I was charged more. Pool and hot tub not open. Not sure what amDoors were slamming all night and people carrying on and partying in the hallways. Music blaring.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Downtown
I reserve a room with a king bed and it appeared to only be a queen. Water pressure in the shower was soooo weak. Hotel was clean and staff was nice.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel LeVeque, Autograph Collection
Checked in expeditiously and were escorted to the proper elevator. Room spacious, modern, and clean. Comfortable bed! Had dinner at the Keep restaurant; excellent. Only glitch was I booked through Expedia and selected the breakfast amenity, only the hotel had no clue that I did so and had to present ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown 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.
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.
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.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
