South Side Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Historic Crew Stadium
Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
COSI
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at COSI in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Nationwide Arena
Catch an event at Nationwide Arena during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in South Side
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Good hotel
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Great hotel!!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Columbus
Nice Room Nice staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Nice and clean with complimentary hot breakfast. Room was not very sound proof, could hear the people and tv next to me. They went to bed early though.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
The Junto
Clean
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Very clean, loft suite was worth the price
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Side
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.
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
Scioto Mile
Scioto Mile 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 COSI or National Veterans Memorial and Museum.
Bexley
Churches and live music are just a few things travellers like about Bexley. A stop by Ohio Governor's Residence and Heritage Garden is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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.
South Side Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in South Side by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Columbus neighborhoods
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- Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum
- Ohio State University
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- Ohio Stadium
- Historic Crew Stadium
- Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Schottenstein Center
- COSI
- Polaris Fashion Place
- Hollywood Casino
- Nationwide Arena
- Ohio Expo Center and State Fair
- Ohio State Fairgrounds
- Palace Theatre
- Scioto Downs
- Ohio Theatre
- Lower.com Field
- Newport Music Hall
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Bridge Park
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Ohio Statehouse
- Zoombezi Bay Waterpark
- Alum Creek State Park
