Vacations are fun but the travel mileage and hotel rooms can add up. What if you could have the time of your life in Columbus, GA? You can! It’s called a “Staycation". Check out Visit Columbus, GA to see what they advertise to visitors coming from out of town. You may find some local attractions and things to do in Columbus you never knew was there before! Staycations are a way to save money, but still have fun for the whole family. Columbus, GA is the to have your next staycation!
Here are a few reasons why:
1. Columbus GA Whitewater
Columbus has the World’s longest urban whitewater course, Columbus Ga Whitewater. Columbus GA Whitewater was also voted as a “Top 12 Man-Made Adventure” in the World by USA Today. Accompanying the whitewater course is a 1,200 ft. long zip line with an in air obstacle course at the end. The zip line is the only one in the country that connects two states! You can walk or bike along our 25-mile RiverWalk that connects attractions and restaurants!
2. Local Good Eats
There are so many amazing places to eat in Columbus, GA! Simply do a Yelp search of best restaurants in the area and I guarantee there will be places you haven’t tried yet. Going somewhere new is an adventure in itself! Don’t forget to check in and leave a good review. Your friends who live in the area deserve to know about the hidden treasure you found, and who doesn't love eating local? Some of our favorites are Smoke Bourbon and BBQ, The Black Cow, Mark's City Grill, Bare Roots Farmacy, and Ezell's Catfish.
3. Museums
For families seeking history and education on their trips, Columbus has Nationally recognized, free museums; The National Civil War and Naval Museum, and recently voted the number one free museum from USA Today, The National Infantry Museum. Columbus is also where Coca-Cola was founded. You can stop and see the creator's house, and also go to the Coca Cola Space and Science Center where visitors learn about space, and partake in simulations.
4. Arts & Theatre
At night, choose from free concerts to theatre, with a choice of the Springer Opera House, Rivercenter for the Performing Arts, or Columbus State University’s, Riverside Theatre! If your family is not one to go to the theatre on a regular basis this could be a fun and exciting way to spice up your Staycation!
5. Festivals
Columbus, GA has some amazing festivals including but not limited to Paddle South, RiverFest, Frogtown Crawfish Festival, and the Uptown Beer and Wine festival. Festivals are a cheap way to have fun! With concerts, food and shopping vendors, your family can spend the whole day taking part in the fun!
Staycations are such a great way to get to know your city. Save money by foregoing hotels and traveling, and find out what amazing things your city has to offer!
