There are many things to see and do in Columbus, Georgia and the surrounding area. Great museums and historic places abound, and the river valley is a great outdoor setting. At the end of your day, come back to the Inn where you can relax and unwind and enjoy some good company or private time together.
Columbus Convention & Visitors Bureau - 900 Front Avenue, 6 blocks from the inn 
Lots of information about Columbus, Georgia and the surrounding area; gift shop
Georgia Visitors Center – I-185 & Exit 12, 1751 Williams Road, 8 miles from the inn Maps, brochures, and everything you want to know about visiting our region in Georgia
Fort Benning - Home of the U.S. Army Infantry School, Infantry Band, and National Infantry Museum, about 10 minutes from the inn
Dining
Here are just a few of our favorite local places close to the Inn:
- Uptown Columbus Dining & Nightlife – check out the beautiful new streetscape of our downtown area, called “UPtown” by locals; walking distance from the inn to shops, restaurants, clubs, and events such as seasonal outdoor concerts sponsored by local merchants and city government
- Fountain City Coffee – a local coffeehouse with hot & cold selections, sandwiches, soups, salads, and beer & wine; free wireless Internet access; 6 blocks from the inn in Uptown.
- Houlihan’s – locatedin a historic atmosphere with diverse food & drink menu; outdoor patio seating; 5 blocks from the inn at 800 Front Ave.
- Meritage Café & Gallery – a café with patio seating, tapas bar, and fine dining restaurant, winner of Wine Spectator award; located just minutes from the inn.
Outdoor Endeavors
- Broadway Uptown – stroll the main avenue of our newly revamped streetscape of the Uptown area (Downtown Columbus) and enjoy the outdoor sculpture walk (on exhibit from October 2007-September 2008).
- Heritage Park – The story of the industrial history of Columbus from 1850-1910 enhanced with water in a park setting; 3 blocks from inn on 7th St .
- Chattahoochee Riverwalk –
An entrance is 4 blocks from the inn to the 16 mile linear paved walk, along the banks of the Chattahoochee River from Lake Oliver southward to Fort Benning; great for walking/jogging, biking, and rollerblading.
- Bicycling - Rent at Ride on Bikes.
- Oxbow Meadows –
Nestled on 1,600 acres of hardwood wetland habitat in a bend of the Chattahoochee River, this nature discovery center features two nature trails which wind between ponds and allow visitors to view native flora and fauna. A hands-on interpretive facility is also on site that focuses on the natural and cultural history of the region; 10 minutes away.
Golf Courses/Driving Ranges - open to the public
- Bull Creek Golf Course - $1 per hole & $1 golf carts on Wednesdays 706-561-1614
- Godwin Creek Golf Course 706-324-0583
- Oxbow Meadows - 9 hole golf course 706-689-9977
- Lindsey Creek Driving Range 706-568-0910
- North Columbus Driving Range 706-569-0453
Public Tennis Courts
- Cooper Creek Tennis Center: 706-317-4186
- Double Churches Park: 706-494-7775
- Lakebottom Park: 706-653-4500
Sports
- Columbus Catfish (Minor League Baseball) at Golden Park; walking distance at the lower end of Broadway in the Historic District
- Columbus Cottonmouths (Hockey)
- South Commons-Home of the Civic Center, Golden Park, 1996 Olympics softball complex, and Memorial Football Stadium which annually hosts the Tuskegee-Morehouse Football Classic
 Arts & Entertainment
- UPtown – seasonal free outdoor weekly evening concerts and “Market Days on Broad” with locally grown produce & flowers, baked goods, artists, and hand crafted items. There are also several clubs and music venues on Broadway.
- Columbus Civic Center – a large entertainment venue; about 5 blocks away from the inn.
- RiverCenter for the Performing Arts - home of the Columbus Symphony, Columbus State University Schwob School of Music, and event venues; 5 blocks from the inn in Uptown.
- Springer Opera House – est. 1871, the grand State Theatre of GA; 4 blocks from the inn in Uptown.
- Liberty Theatre – restored & reopened in 1996; 300 seat theater that hosts theater, music, special events & home of the Columbus Jazz Society; 5 blocks from the inn at 823 8th Avenue.
- Coca Cola Space Science Center - simulated space missions with the Challenger Learning Center; laser light shows, interactive media performances and programs featuring the night sky; 5 blocks from the inn at the West end of 7th St.
- Columbus Library – 100,000 square foot landmark main library opened in January 2005 and is less than 10 minutes from the inn; the Mildred Terry branch is 2 blocks away.
Museums & Historic Attractions
- Columbus Museum –
The Columbus Museum is known for its concentration of American art and regional history. The 86,000 square foot facility displays 15 permanent collections as well as traveling exhibition galleries of fine and decorative art; located 5 minutes from the inn. Free admission.
- Historic Columbus Foundation Heritage Corner –Walking tours are daily at 2pm, except major holidays, of 5 historic houses in the original 26 block Historic District including the home of “Doc” Pemberton, originator of the formula for Coca Cola; 2 person minimum; small fee; 3 blocks from the inn on the corner of 7th St. and Broadway.
- Ma Rainey House Museum –
The Mother of the Blues, "Ma" Rainey, was born Gertrude Pridgett in a poor neighborhood of Columbus, Georgia, in 1886. This is the last home of Columbus resident Gertrude "Ma" Rainey & was recently renovated into a museum to recognize the contributions "Ma" Rainey made to the world of American Blues music; 2 blocks from the inn at 805 8th Avenue.
- Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum –A 40,000 square foot structure that features two original American Civil War vessels, as well as uniforms, equipment and weapons used by the Union and Confederate Navies. It is the only museum in the nation that tells the story of the two navies during the Civil War. The museum also displays their extensive collection of naval art and artifacts. 5 minutes from the inn.
- Linwood Cemetery – dates from 1828 with significant historical markers.
Shopping/Antiquing
- Uptown Shopping
- Belle’s Place Antiques – antiques, collectibles, & gifts in a beautiful antebellum mansion in High Uptown at 1336 3rd Ave; 5 blocks from inn.
- International Marketplace – a new venture featuring antiques, lunchbox museum, fresh foods, and a flea market at 318 10th Avenue; less than 5 minutes from the inn.
Universities/Colleges
- Columbus State University RiverPark Campus - The Columbus State University’s world-class performing arts campus is located along the river in historic downtown Columbus. This fine and performing arts campus is made up of the University’s music, theatre and art departments which include Theatre on the Park and the new Corn Center for the Visual Arts. New gallery open. RiverPark Campus is several blocks within walking distance of the inn.
- Columbus Technical College
- Beacon University
- Auburn University, Auburn Alabama – 45 minutes across the river.
Regional Activities /Day Trips / Travel time from the Inn
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