Near East Columbus Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Botanical wonders from around the world are exhibited alongside captivating contemporary artwork in this spacious and peaceful garden getaway.
Lincoln Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Lincoln Theatre during your stay in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Franklin Park
Franklin Park is just one of the places to see in Columbus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Near East Columbus
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Great location, good rooms"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"The room we had had problems. Not real serious but irritating. The knob to control the refrigerator was missing. The toilet paper roller was missing. There were some black spots in the bathtub. There was no stand to place suit case."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
"Room 1003 experienced a ceiling collapse over the shower area during my stay. I reported it at checkout and was told a manager would contact me. I followed up by email and never received a response. I also inquired about a pillow left behind and received no reply. Disappointing follow-through on ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"The room and service was excellent. A very clean hotel."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
"👍"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Columbus Hilliard Hotel
"1st of all We believe this hotel is ready to close because its very run down and we never saw any other guests in the 2 nights we stayed besides our families. The ceiling was falling in chunks and for the whole entire day until the next day someone actually cleaned it!! The cafe never opened the ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Near East Columbus
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
