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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
About The Guardtower East
The Guardtower East is a card shop located in Columbus, Ohio. The Guardtower East is the Columbus east-side store of The Guardtower, a small game store group with a second shop in Hilliard and its own recording studio. From the Carnaby Center it stocks Magic: The Gathering, Warhammer miniatures, paints, RPGs and board games, and it runs a weekly game night. Google reviewers most often mention its friendly staff, along with the new space, paint selection and miniatures. The Guardtower East is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 494 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for Pokémon singles, Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh, sealed hobby and TCG boxes, local card shops like The Guardtower East in Columbus are the heart of the Ohio hobby community. Visit The Guardtower East online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Guardtower East at a glance
- Ranked #3 of 11 rated card shops in Columbus by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM) · Open Sundays (10:00 AM – 9:00 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Forever Games in Columbus, 2.3 mi away.
- Carries: Trading cards, Magic.
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The Guardtower East reviews
Is The Guardtower East well reviewed?
The Guardtower East has a 4.8-star average from 494 Google reviews. That ranks #3 of 11 rated card shops in Columbus once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 11 rated card shops in Columbus is 4.6 stars, so The Guardtower East is above the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Guardtower East
Where is The Guardtower East located?
The Guardtower East is located in Columbus, Ohio at 5939 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43232.
What should I expect at The Guardtower East?
The Guardtower East is a local card shop in Columbus, Ohio. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
When is The Guardtower East open?
The Guardtower East's listed hours are: Monday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Saturday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near The Guardtower East?
The closest are Forever Games in Columbus (2.3 mi), Questing Beast in Reynoldsburg (3.9 mi), Littleroot Games in Columbus (4.0 mi).
Card Shops near The Guardtower East
The closest other card shops to The Guardtower East, by distance:
Forever Games
Questing Beast
Littleroot Games
Capital Games
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