Downtown Historic District Travel Guide

Columbus

A shaft of white marble erected in 1879 by the Ladies Memorial Association is dedicated to the Columbus soldiers who fought in the War Between the States. It differs from most monuments of the period in that it is topped with a simple Grecian urn rather that the usual statuary. Originally it had a fence with a turnstile around it to keep the cattle out. The park area surrounding it, known as Salisbury Park, was named for Major William Salisbury whose home formerly faced the park. The monument holds special significance because the last major land battle of the War Between the States took place in Columbus. Union soldiers led by General James Wilson managed crossing the Chattahoochee River by bridge into Columbus. General Wilson was only 28 years old and was often referred to as “the boy wonder.” After arriving in Columbus, Union troops were ordered to burn any industry that could contribute to the war effort. In actuality, Lee had surrendered to Grant two weeks prior, but the news had not yet reached this far south.
A shaft of white marble erected in 1879 by the Ladies Memorial Association is dedicated to the Columbus soldiers who fought in the War Between the States. It differs from most monuments of the period in that it is topped with a simple Grecian urn rather that the usual statuary. Originally it had a fence with a turnstile around it to keep the cattle out. The park area surrounding it, known as Salisbury Park, was named for Major William Salisbury whose home formerly faced the park. The monument holds special significance because the last major land battle of the War Between the States took place in Columbus. Union soldiers led by General James Wilson managed crossing the Chattahoochee River by bridge into Columbus. General Wilson was only 28 years old and was often referred to as “the boy wonder.” After arriving in Columbus, Union troops were ordered to burn any industry that could contribute to the war effort. In actuality, Lee had surrendered to Grant two weeks prior, but the news had not yet reached this far south.
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Popular places to visit

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Coca-Cola Space Science Center

You can browse the exhibits at Coca-Cola Space Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Columbus. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this walkable area.

Coca-Cola Space Science Center
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Columbus Civic Center

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Columbus Civic Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this walkable area.

Columbus Civic Center
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South Commons Sports Complex

Catch an event at South Commons Sports Complex during your trip to Columbus. Experience the museums and entertainment venues in this walkable area.

South Commons Sports Complex
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Hughston Clinic

If Hughston Clinic is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Columbus.

Hughston Clinic
P33BH4 RiverCenter for the Performing Arts is a modern performance venue and home of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra in Columbus, Georgia.

RiverCenter for the Performing Arts

Enjoy a stop at RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, an entertaining place to visit in Columbus. Experience the theatre scene and museums in this walkable area.

RiverCenter for the Performing Arts
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Peachtree Mall

4/5(2 reviews)

During your trip to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Peachtree Mall. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its entertainment venues.

Peachtree Mall

Top hotels in Downtown Historic District

Columbus Marriott

Columbus Marriott

3.5 out of 5
800 Front Ave Columbus GA
The price is ฿5,373 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿5,373
฿6,444 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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! (665 reviews)
The staff was super nice, but the bathroom in our room was very dirty. We also booked a room with two queen beds and were given a room with one king bed and a couch. My husband went down to get a blanket for my son who was sleeping on the couch and they told us they would bring one up, but never ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Columbus Marriott
Rothschild-Pound House Inn

Rothschild-Pound House Inn

4 out of 5
201 Seventh Street Columbus GA
The price is ฿7,111 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
฿7,111
฿8,478 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Columbus Historic District and Fourth ...
7.8/10 Good! (162 reviews)
Very pleasant stay! Lovely room, very spacious and clean. We enjoyed walking to dinner and shopping.

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Rothschild-Pound House Inn
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

3 out of 5
1711 Rollins Way Columbus GA
The price is ฿3,133 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,133
฿3,826 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,384 reviews)
Enjoyed

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North
City Mills Hotel

City Mills Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1801 1st Ave Columbus GA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,111 reviews)
Great location for those that like to walk and run along the River. Walkable to the heart of down town Columbus and back.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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City Mills Hotel
stayAPT Suites Columbus-Fort Benning

stayAPT Suites Columbus-Fort Benning

4 out of 5
7402 N Lake Loop Columbus GA
The price is ฿3,445 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
฿3,445
฿4,189 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Columbus Park Crossing ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
Very limited items in the kitchen. No dish towels, no dish detergent, only 4 water glasses. No serving bowls. Only one hand towel per unit was what I was told. The unit was clean. Much smaller than it looks in the picture. Good for two people. The people were nice.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

stayAPT Suites Columbus-Fort Benning
Hyatt Place Columbus-North

Hyatt Place Columbus-North

3 out of 5
2974 N Lake Pkwy Columbus GA
The price is ฿3,224 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
฿3,224
฿3,930 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful Peaceful Stay

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Columbus-North
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Historic District

Columbus, Georgia, riverfront and downtown

Downtown Columbus

While visiting Downtown Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts.

Downtown Columbus
The Rankin House: James A. Rankin came to Columbus from Ayrshire, Scotland and in 1839 married Agnes Affleck. Mr. Rankin was a planter and owner of the Rankin Hotel and Rankin Realty Co. This high style Italianate mansion was built between 1860 and 1870. In 1898, the Rankin House, valued at $18,500, was the finest home in Columbus. After the Civil War, Mr. Rankin returned to Scotland and turned the home over to his eldest child.

High Uptown Historic District

While High Uptown Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

High Uptown Historic District
The Wynn House was built in 1839 when the city of Columbus was 11 years old. Greek Revival in style, the house has doric columns on three sides and is topped with a cupolo. Originally named “Oakview,” the house was built by Colonel William Wynn, for whom the Wynnton area of Columbus is named. In 1852 Henry Hurt purchased the home from Colonel Wynn, but sold it in 1855 having never lived in it. The next owner, Mr. Hines Holt, was a prominent Georgia congressman and attorney. During the Civil War, his ownership saved the home from the Union Army captain sent to burn the homes in this area. The home remained in the Holt family for 50 years. In 1905, Mr. J. T.

Wynns Hill Overlook

If you're spending some time in Wynns Hill Overlook, Columbus Museum and Bradley Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Wynns Hill Overlook
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Dinglewood Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dinglewood Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Columbus Museum and Springer Opera House.

Dinglewood Historic District
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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.

Wynnton Village Historic District
a stunning aerial panoramic shot of the Chattahoochee river surrounded by lush green and autumn colored trees with blue sky and clouds at Cochran Shoals Trail in Marietta USA

East Highlands

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

East Highlands

Downtown Historic District Travel Guide