Near East Side Travel Guide

Columbus

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Right now at the Franklin Park Conservatory, spring is in FULL bloom with over 100,000 bulbs and many other spring flowering trees and shrubs putting on quite a spectacular display!
A collection of orchids remain from the orchid show earlier this year at the Franklin Park Conservatory.

Spending time studying the flower morphology reveals layers and layers of complexity and character to an already interesting bloom.

A membership to the conservatory and some new photo gadgets as holiday gifts leads to some fun plant photo ops.
The John F. Wolfe Palm House lit up in holiday red and green. The palm house opened to the public in 1895. The light display was installed in 2008 by artist James Turrell, consisting of approximately 7,000 small, computer-controlled LED light sources.
Franklin Park Conservatory is having their annual orchids display. A bright showy collection of tropical color in what can sometimes be a dreary Ohio winter.

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Top hotels in Near East Side

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is 3.312.288 ₫ per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
3.312.288 ₫
4.528.897 ₫ total
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,597 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

2.5 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH
The price is 1.734.876 ₫ per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
1.734.876 ₫
2.047.155 ₫ total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.8/10 (1,942 reviews)
I asked house keeping for a towel and they told me to ask the front desk. We could hear the elevator moving while trying to sleep. I just was craving a Diet Coke and when I asked the front desk if she knew where I could get one she replied NO .. no breakfast, the restaurant was closed. Hell it was ...

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Wyndham Columbus
Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is 4.289.676 ₫ per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
4.289.676 ₫
5.061.818 ₫ total
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,477 reviews)
We had a very nice room. Perfect for the night.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

3.5 out of 5
5100 Upper Metro Pl Dublin OH
The price is 3.116.994 ₫ per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
3.116.994 ₫
3.678.052 ₫ total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Beautiful hotel we had a blast

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

3.5 out of 5
50 North Third Street Columbus OH
The price is 3.101.748 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
3.101.748 ₫
3.660.061 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Clean rooms, comfortable bed. Beautiful overall clean hotel . Would definitely recommend this hotel

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

3 out of 5
7411 Vantage Dr Columbus OH
The price is 2.444.598 ₫ per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
2.444.598 ₫
2.884.626 ₫ total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
The room met all my expectations for the night. Clean, nice and quick front desk, and an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere. Pool was closed but other than that it was a great stay.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side

This is such peaceful and beautiful place to shoot. 
#conservatory  #lifeatexpedia #sky #details

Near East Columbus

While visiting Near East Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Lincoln Theatre.

Near East Columbus
Hovering just south of the 11th street entry to the Ohio State Fairgrounds

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.

Milo-Grogan
Obligatory pic of the holiday lights at the Columbus Commons.

Uptown District

If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown District
Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park

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.

German Village
Italian Village

Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

Downtown Columbus

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Columbus


Near East Side Travel Guide

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