Title: Visit Discovery District: Best of Discovery District, Columbus Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Discovery District](https://expedia.ca/Discovery-District-Columbus-Hotels.0-n6351972-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Columbus](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Discovery District Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Discovery-District.d6351972.Car-Rental-Guide)[Discovery District Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Discovery-District.d6351972.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Discovery District ## Columbus ![Aristide Maillol’s, The Mountain floating on a raft of roses.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/cf7eb1f9-147e-4214-8374-b432ea2206d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aristide Maillol’s, The Mountain floating on a raft of roses.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/cf7eb1f9-147e-4214-8374-b432ea2206d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The walk way from the parking deck to Davidison Hall on the campus of Columbus State College.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/05232ec8-d878-4947-a138-ac483a56c07f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Art in Bloom at the Columbus Museum of Art presented existing works of art with their florally inspired doppelganger.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/9772f119-6267-4888-b873-6017e80e2c32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Discovery District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/21630f2a-e627-44fd-ac9a-bbf63af0771d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Discovery District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Columbus travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Columbus.dx178251) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Columbus Museum of Art showing art and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066369/4ae11b02-9cc4-436a-9546-f22065024839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus Museum of Art 3.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Columbus-Museum-Of-Art-Columbus.d6066369.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful. Metered parking, but worth the walk. It’s in Old Deaf School Park.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/e4b6d5f0-a030-488d-92a7-c3836a0e7f2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Topiary-Park-Columbus.d6272834.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ohio State House aerial at sunrise with Huntington Center and Vern Riffe State Office Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066363/d6210b9f-523b-44d1-b483-31a9a9606b0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ohio State University 4.5/5(23 reviews) Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Ohio State University, a top college in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.ca/Ohio-State-University-Columbus.d6066363.Vacation-Attraction) ![A view of the new pedestrian skywalk connecting the convention center to the new downtown Hilton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/a911cf1c-494e-48b4-8263-65008a21c635.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Greater Columbus Convention Center 4.5/5(21 reviews) Learn about the events happening at Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.ca/Greater-Columbus-Convention-Center-Columbus.d6152171.Vacation-Attraction) ![Easton Town Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138780/50aa1e70-b0c5-432f-932b-08ba9f26b37b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Easton Town Center 4.5/5(19 reviews) During your visit to Columbus, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.ca/Easton-Town-Center-Columbus.d6138780.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historic Ohio Stadium with rotunda entrance against a cloudy sky in Columbus USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066361/2fb9c79e-1f40-4c6c-a81a-489d7ec0db1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ohio Stadium 4.5/5(11 reviews) Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.ca/Ohio-Stadium-University-District.d6066361.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588399/6400b977-1836-4baf-9877-a66a94627cb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena CA $51 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/columbus-blue-jackets-ice-hockey-game-at-nationwide-arena.a47588399.activity-details) ![Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47920750/f74e4fba-d347-4347-96c6-ffe2d499d142.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass CA $75 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/columbus-multiple-attractions-pass.a47920750.activity-details) ![Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48076060/692d3427-ab2b-4a5a-9870-4c023d5c06df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative CA $57 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/columbus-1-hour-themed-escape-room-adventure-narrative.a48076060.activity-details) [See all activities in Columbus](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Columbus.d178251.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Discovery District Hotel Deals ![Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41049/6fd7a198_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel 50 North Third Street Columbus OH CA $183 CA $216 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews) The lock on my door was broken and the iron was broken. However, the room was spotless, the staff were kind and professional, and I didn’t have to leave the hotel for dinner. I would stay here again. Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=41049&PinnedHotelID=41049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6351972) ![Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18100/18088/0378e9ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG 175 East Town St Columbus OH CA $118 CA $139 total Mar 26 - Mar 27 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews) Our room had the lingering smell of cigarette smoke. The staff was super helpful, however, the hotel was fully booked, so there wasn’t anything they could do for us. The bathroom was also not as clean as we would’ve liked it to be. There seemed to be dried blood on the back of the door that wasn’t ... Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=18088&PinnedHotelID=18088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6351972) ![Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21170000/21160100/21160076/fca587a2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown 412 E Main St Columbus OH CA $124 CA $147 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (631 reviews) Excellent breakfast Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=21160076&PinnedHotelID=21160076&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6351972) ![Sonesta Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26900/26870/876a0701_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Columbus Downtown 33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH CA $179 CA $244 total Mar 26 - Mar 27 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,604 reviews) The location next to the convention center was ideal. The restaurant was great. We never got room service for three nights and the bed was too hard for my liking. Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=26870&PinnedHotelID=26870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6351972) ![Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40200/40127/1c0812c5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport 4300 International Gateway Columbus OH CA $149 CA $176 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews) Great place to stay Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=40127&PinnedHotelID=40127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6351972) ![Hilton Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5280000/5270400/5270320/5d17515c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Columbus Downtown 402 North High Street Columbus OH CA $221 CA $261 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,478 reviews) Great property! Perfect for tournament goers. Always clean and consistent. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Columbus-Uptown-District.dx553248635976471269) ![Santa Maria featuring a bay or harbour and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272662/b497c5a6-420a-4fcb-8259-6d01efc906a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Columbus 4.5/5(47 area reviews) Enjoy entertainment options like theaters, concerts, and the Scioto Mile's riverfront parks in this central business district with towering buildings and various educational institutions. [](https://expedia.ca/Columbus-Downtown-Columbus.dx6059502) ![This arch is all that remains of Columbus Grand Union Station, the city's third and final train station. Built in 1897 and designed by Daniel H. Burnham and Company of Chicago, the train station was located in the current footprint of the Greater Columbus Convention Center. On October 22, 1976, demolition began despite having been listed on the National Register of Historic Places two years earlier. A restraining order federal judge George Smith halted demolition, but it was too late and only one arch of the ornate structure was saved. In 1999, the arch in its entirety was slowing inched over several blocks to its current location at Dimon McPherson Commons in the Arena District. #architecture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/ee453e78-ac76-4287-b4e3-80085f30c8a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arena District Arena District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Nationwide Arena or KEMBA Live!. [](https://expedia.ca/Columbus-Arena-District.dx6161725) ![Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272836/a6b4113a-9ea5-4441-bc55-3cedb26df9db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Columbus-German-Village.dx6161706) ![Italian Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/874/cef315ab-2d2b-4faf-ba6d-a32d495ac1e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Italian Village Restaurants and architecture are just a few things travelers like about Italian Village. A stop by Jazz Arts Group is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Columbus-Italian-Village.dx6272845) ![Columbus is a City in central Ohio](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161717/5ce6aff6-1633-4ba8-b344-8a74080836a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Short North Colorful, offbeat, and trendy, this densely-populated district offers art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee shops. Stroll along High Street under its 17 lighted metal arches, and admire the vibrant murals on its brick buildings. 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