Popular places to visit
Ohio State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Ohio State University, a top college in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention center in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music 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 acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
COSI
There’s always more to discover in this innovative science adventure center, complete with giant 3-D digital screen and hundreds of fun-filled activities.
Things to do
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio
Riverside Hotel Deals
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Clean, great location and staff!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
The Junto
Great hotel! So happy I stayed here. Near Downtown and Short North. Very unique hotel with lots of charm. Staff were extremely hospitable. If I do return to Columbus, I’ll be staying here.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Clean room and staff was courteous
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Clean room
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capital Square
We appreciated the customer service. The new owner was a lovely man. Our room's heat did not work so they gave us a new room and a bag of some snacks and drinks.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Wyndham Columbus
clean room.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Riverside
Upper Arlington
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Upper Arlington. You might consider a stop by Shops On Lane Avenue while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Worthington
Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by McConnell Arts Center or The Candle Lab while you're exploring the area.
Clintonville
While Clintonville might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbus Park of Roses and Schottenstein Center.
Oletangy West
While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium.
North Linden
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Linden and surrounding area, you can visit Progressive Field and Champions of Columbus Golf Course.
University District
Home to Ohio State University, the University District boasts a diverse range of restaurants, bars, boutiques, and the Gateway Film Center. Explore Ohio Stadium and Old North Columbus for a taste of local culture.
