Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river with buildings and trees along the banks.
A large white church with a tall steeple and two smaller towers, surrounded by trees and parked cars.
A historic building with a central fountain, arched windows, and a symmetrical facade.
A red brick church with a steeple and a bell tower, a white door, and a 'For Rent' sign.
A red brick church with a tall steeple and arched windows.

Stay near popular Downtown Columbus attractions

A large, modern building with a dome roof, surrounded by a parking lot and trees.

Columbus Civic Center

8.2/10 (483 reviews)
Catch an event at Columbus Civic Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this walkable area.
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Our pick of the best Downtown Columbus Hotel Deals

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

3.5 out of 5
21 WEST 14TH STREET Columbus GA
The price is NZ$326 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$326
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (683 reviews)
"Great scenery and food. Beautiful overlooking the water"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG
Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown, GA

Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown, GA

2.5 out of 5
1201 BROADWAY AVENUE Columbus GA
The price is NZ$313 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$313
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown, GA
AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

3.5 out of 5
1225 BROADWAY Columbus GA
The price is NZ$298 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$298
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown
Columbus Marriott

Columbus Marriott

3.5 out of 5
800 Front Ave Columbus GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$361 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$361
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (698 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The property inside and out was very clean. All the staff were very friendly!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Columbus Marriott
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Columbus Downtown

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Columbus Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1024-1034 Veterans Parkway Columbus GA
The price is NZ$153 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$153
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Springer Opera House and Ma Rainey House ...
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Columbus Downtown
Studio 6 Extended Stay - Columbus, GA -Downtown

Studio 6 Extended Stay - Columbus, GA -Downtown

2 out of 5
1325 VETERANS PARKWAY Columbus GA
The price is NZ$139 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$139
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing ...
Studio 6 Extended Stay - Columbus, GA -Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Columbus

Find the best Downtown Columbus areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, white colonial-style building with columns and a central entrance.
Photo by Aaron D. Hunt
Open Photo by Aaron D. Hunt

MidTown

While visiting MidTown, you might make a stop by sights like Columbus Museum and Smith-McCullers House.

A tall, white monument with steps leading up to it, surrounded by trees and a bench.
Photo by Aaron D. Hunt
Open Photo by Aaron D. Hunt

Downtown Historic District

If you're spending some time in Downtown Historic District, Coca-Cola Space Science Center and Columbus Historic District are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a river.

Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District

While Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts.

A river winding through a dense forest with a partly cloudy sky.

East Highlands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts.

A church with a tall steeple and a clock tower, surrounded by trees and buildings during sunset.

Wynnton Village Historic District

While there might not be top attractions in Wynnton Village Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Columbus Museum and Springer Opera House.

Downtown Columbus Travel Guide

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