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
German Village Walking Food Tour in Columbus
Top hotels in Uptown District
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"This place is dumpy and outdated and I am really not sure why it's so highly rated."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
"Only a few elevators were working and it was extremely busy. The breakfast buffet was not good and definitely not worth $20. The staff was friendly and the room was clean."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus Downtown-Convention Center
"Parking across street, didn’t get any room service, other than that, it was good"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
"Room was large and comfortable, though slightly dated. Overall great stay my only complaint is the bathroom door, it's one of those that slides and doesn't fully close (barn door style but isn't connected all the way) so privacy is a bit of an issue if you're sharing a room. Walking distance to some ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Downtown
"The room was clean and the staff were helpful (& the hot tub was actually hot). Good housekeeping. The cafe in the lobby stopped serving food pretty early. The tub was several inches higher than the bathroom floor and seems like a significant slip hazard which I didn't particularly like. No significant ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel LeVeque, Autograph Collection
"I loved the hotel and service was great. The art was amazing. I will definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 17 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.
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.
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.
