Find Your Fun In Columbus
From outdoor adventure to inspiring arts and rich history, Columbus offers experiences for every kind of explorer. Spend your day along the river, dive into creativity at local museums and theaters, or step back in time at nationally recognized attractions. However you like to explore, Columbus brings it all together in one welcoming, walkable destination.
Ride, Glide & Explore
Adventure flows through Columbus, home to the longest natural urban whitewater course in the world. Take on the rapids of the Chattahoochee River, soar across the state line (and back) on a thrilling zip line, or enjoy a scenic stroll or bike ride along the RiverWalk. Just steps away, Uptown Columbus makes it easy to keep exploring, with a vibrant mix of dining, shopping, and entertainment all within a short walk. Outdoor adventure awaits!
Featured Things to Do
National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center
One of the nation’s premier military museums, honoring the American Infantryman.
RushSouth Whitewater Park
Unplug for a day on the Chattahoochee River, above it, or beside it.
Banks Food Hall
A collective eatery celebrating the diverse and delicious tastes of our local community.
Columbus Museum
View a diverse collection of American art, regional history, and rotating world-class exhibitions.
Country’s Barbecue on Broad
One of three locations. Prepared from scratch every day on Broadway.
Coca-Cola Space Science Center
Explore the Omnisphere Theater, NASA Space Shuttle artifacts, and the Westrock Observatory.
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America Fantastica: Memories, Dreams, and Chance
June 2025-June2026
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Crown and Comedy
Two Shows Every Thursday
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Arts in the Park
April 26, 2026
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America Fantastica: Memories, Dreams, and Chance
June 2025-June2026
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Crown and Comedy
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Arts in the Park
April 26, 2026
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Where Culture Comes to Life
Columbus blends creativity and community through its vibrant arts scene. Explore dynamic museums filled with American art and regional stories, or catch a live performance at one of the city’s historic theaters. From inspiring exhibits to memorable shows, the arts offer meaningful ways to connect and experience the city year-round. Engaging, educational, and award-winning attractions abound. Explore our arts and entertainment!
Find Treasures and Treats
Stroll the scenic 15-mile RiverWalk and step straight into walkable Uptown Columbus, where galleries, public art, and locally owned shops create a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Just steps from the riverfront, more than 35 restaurants, bars, and patios offer everything from elevated Southern comfort food to global flavors with a local twist. In Uptown, shopping, dining, and culture come together seamlessly, making it easy to explore, unwind, and savor the city all in one place. Check out our buzzworthy food scene!
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All Things to Do
Art Gallery Tour-Self-Guided
Start your self-guided tour and open up a whole new world of art in Columbus, Georgia.
Bo Bartlett Center
Part gallery/museum, part experimental arts incubator, and part community center.
Chattahoochee RiverWalk
Walk, run, or ride on a 22-mile linear paved track alongside the Chattahoochee River.
Coca-Cola Space Science Center
Explore the Omnisphere Theater, NASA Space Shuttle artifacts, and the Westrock Observatory.
Columbus Aquatic Center
Make a splash at this state‑of‑the‑art aquatic facility in Midtown.
Columbus Ballet
Non-profit, pre-professional youth ballet with spring and winter performances.
Columbus Botanical Garden
A natural retreat in the heart of north Columbus!
Columbus Civic Center
Visit for an indoor football game, a hockey game, ice skating, or a special event.
Columbus Dragonfly Trail
Walk, run, or ride on a 34-mile interconnected trail network throughout Columbus, Georgia.
Columbus Clingstones Baseball
Watch the Columbus Clingstones, an Atlanta Braves' Double-A affiliate, play at Synovus Park.
Columbus Collective Museums
Check out artifacts from companies that helped shape Industrial Columbus.
Columbus Ice Rink
The coolest place in town to create the warmest memories!
Columbus Lions Indoor Football
Catch a game and watch the fast-paced, high-energy action in the Columbus Civic Center.
Columbus Museum
View a diverse collection of American art, regional history, and rotating world-class exhibitions.
Columbus Museum Children’s Gallery
Young visitors can immerse themselves in creativity at this family-friendly gallery.
Columbus River Dragons Hockey
Catch a fast-paced ice hockey game during the regular season, from October through March.
Columbus State University’s College of the Arts
Enjoy a cultural experience at one of three beautiful venues on the Riverpark Campus.
Columbus Symphony Orchestra
Catch a concert by the second oldest orchestra in the United States.
CSU’s Carson McCullers Center for Writers and Musicians
Discover the lasting legacy of author Carson McCullers at her childhood home.
CSU’s Corn Center for the Visual Arts
Visit three galleries in one central location on Columbus State University's campus.
CSU’s Riverside Theatre Complex
Three state-of-the-art performance spaces for CSU's performing arts students.
CSU’s Schwob School of Music
Catch a performance hosted by one of the most prestigious music schools in the nation.
Family Theatre
Non-profit theatre company founded in 1997.
Fort Benning Family MWR
Welcoming military members, their families, and visitors to enjoy recreation activities.
Historic Westville
Visitors immerse themselves in an authentic 19th century village.
Illges Gallery at Columbus State University
View a dynamic mix of professional and student exhibitions.
Lake Oliver Marina
Boat, fish, and relax on scenic Lake Oliver along the Chattahoochee RiverWalk.
Liberty Theatre
Opened in 1925, this historic venue continues to inspire community pride and creativity.
Linwood Cemetery
Legacies lie at rest at this historic cemetery and open‑air museum near Uptown.
“Ma” Rainey House & Blues Museum
Historic home and museum of Blues icon Gerturde "Ma" Rainey (1886-1939).
MidTown Columbus
Columbus' charming center is just a three‑minute drive from Uptown’s entertainment district.
National Civil War Naval Museum at Port Columbus
The world's only museum dedicated to telling the complete Naval story of the American Civil War.
National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center
One of the nation’s premier military museums, honoring the American Infantryman.
Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center
A place where nature can be itself.
Pedal Pub Columbus
Bring a friend or make one on the original Party Bike!
Players of Columbus
Pool hall with 30 tables, a golf simulator, arcade games, a full restaurant, and bar.
Ride on Bikes
Rent (or buy) a bike and enjoy a ride along the RiverWalk.
River Flow Yoga at City Mills
Drop in for a group yoga class at this riverside sanctuary space.
RiverCenter for the Performing Arts
The centerpiece of the city’s arts and entertainment district.
Roll with Us Shuttle
Schedule a free ride across Uptown and back with the METRA transit system.
RushSouth Whitewater Park
Unplug for a day on the Chattahoochee River, above it, or beside it.
Shades of Healing
Melt stress away with a float session in Uptown.
Springer Opera House
The State Theatre of Georgia and a leading Southern cultural institution since 1871.
Standing Boy Trails
A spectacular natural-surface trail system for hikers, bikers, walkers, and runners of all levels.
Synovus Park
Historic riverfront sporting venue opened in 1926, now home of the Columbus Clingstones.
The Do Good Fund Gallery
Connect with Southern culture through images from World War II to the present.
Uptown Columbus
The heart of Columbus' downtown arts and entertainment district.
Uptown Spa and Suites
Tranquil day spa for massage, facials, waxes, and skin treatments.
Vent Rage Room
Break into your inner peace at this hidden gem in Midtown.
Whitewater Express
Raft the Chattahoochee River, bike the RiverWalk, or zipline across the border and back.
YMCAs of Metropolitan Columbus
Exercise with ease at one of three community-focused gyms.
Youth Orchestra of Greater Columbus
Enriching Chattahoochee Valley music students and audiences since 1993.