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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
The Guardtower is a card shop located in Hilliard, Ohio. The Guardtower has given gamers a place to shop and play for more than 30 years and runs two Columbus-area stores: this west location in Hilliard's Sweetwater area and an east store in Columbus. It carries collectible card games including Pokémon, plus miniatures, Warhammer and board games, holds weekly game nights, and operates a recording studio at the west store. Google reviewers most often mention its resident cats, miniatures and board games. The Guardtower is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 1,723 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for autograph and patch cards, rare inserts and parallels, vintage wax and modern singles, local card shops like The Guardtower in Hilliard are the heart of the Ohio hobby community. Visit The Guardtower online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Guardtower at a glance
- Ranked #2 of 4 rated card shops in Hilliard 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 Columbus Card Shop in Hilliard, 2.1 mi away.
- Carries: Pokémon, Sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh, Trading cards, Magic.
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The Guardtower reviews
Is The Guardtower well reviewed?
The Guardtower has a 4.8-star average from 1,723 Google reviews. That ranks #2 of 4 rated card shops in Hilliard once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 4 rated card shops in Hilliard is 4.8 stars, so The Guardtower is about the same as the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Guardtower
Where is The Guardtower located?
The Guardtower is located in Hilliard, Ohio at 5514 Nike Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026.
What should I expect at The Guardtower?
The Guardtower is a local card shop in Hilliard, 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 open?
The Guardtower'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?
The closest are Columbus Card Shop in Hilliard (2.1 mi), Lock City Sports Cards & Memorabilia in Hilliard (2.7 mi), JJCollects in Galloway (3.0 mi).
Card Shops near The Guardtower
The closest other card shops to The Guardtower, by distance:
Columbus Card Shop
Lock City Sports Cards & Memorabilia
JJCollects
The Collector's Quarters
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