Visit Columbus, GA

Announcing the Great Blue Heron as the official bird of ColumbusGA!! Just kidding, we don't have that kind of power. But if we did, this regular river visitor would certainly be our pick. Have you had a Great Blue Heron sighting in ColumbusGA? Tell us all about it below! ... Photo @kevinbeasleyphotos

Have a four-legged friend? ColumbusGA is an AMAZING destination to explore with your dog. With over 60 miles of trails and dozens of parks, the question isn't what you'll do... it's how you'll ever pick what to explore first?! Photo of sweet Lucy May at Flat Rock Park by @rachdraynor.

Don't miss this wonderful virtual event!

Under the radar and over the top, Columbus, GA blends a vibrant artsy energy with unique local history and a killer food scene. Don't believe us? Visit Columbus, GA and experience it all for yourself! Photo @emmymwilsonn

We know we're pretty partial, but ColumbusGA sure is beautiful at night! What's the first thing you like to do when you Visit Columbus, GA ? Photo @felixsharpy

STOP IN THE NAME OF LOVE! Looking for something sweet to share with your valentine? Head to Ruth Ann's Restaurant and order a stack of these chocolate chip pancakes to-go. We're pretty sure Cupid's arrow is drawn to local foodies these days, anyway.

Don't forget that a safe destination for visitors requires a commitment from us all. Help us #StoptheSpread by choosing to #MaskUp any time you're out and about in ColumbusGA.

Hello from Columbus, GA! Wherever you are, don't forget to "be the sunshine" for someone else today. Looking for a fun photo op the next time you're here? Check out this public art mural by Evelyn Henson located in the heart of Uptown Columbus. Photo @momawithangel.

Have family in town for the holidays? Get everybody outside and active together on Columbus, GA's Dragonfly Trail Network - Columbus, GA. With miles of paved and well-maintained trails, there's nowhere better to stretch your legs and spend time together outdoors safely this season.

Wishing you and yours a very happy holidays from all of us at Visit Columbus, GA!

The Columbus Museum has a drive-thru holiday light display this year. The Museum's all lit up for the holidays and you can drive thru for free! Check it out evenings until December 31. Thank you Santa!

Our team at VisitColumbusGA had a wonderful Staff Retreat today. We spent time talking about core values, our role in the community, and ways we serve visitors.

The best way to celebrate Christmas cheer is wearing a mask for those you hold dear! A healthy community involves us all. Continue to practice sensible and healthy habits all season long to keep your loved ones safe. #TravelConfidently #wearamask #stopthespread

Let's work together to provide a safe and healthy travel experience for everyone. Follow these health & safety tips any time you're away from home. Help us #StoptheSpread in ColumbusGA.

Safety first, the Springer Opera House is offering livestream performances of their holiday show, "Winter Wonderettes." Be AMAZING and let's help "pack the house" from home this holiday season?! Click the link below to secure your tickets before they sell out!... http://ow.ly/FNs550CHWOg

This weekend, The Columbus Ballet debuts "The Masked Nutcracker" on WXTX-Fox 54 on December 12th for FREE! (with a encore performance December 20th) Produced in collaboration with Argo Navis Studios and The Knight Foundation Fund at the Community Foundation of the Chattahoochee Valley.

Going for a walk in a winter wonderland? ‘Tis the season to #WearAMask. Continue to practice preventive and sensible habits all season long. #TravelConfidently #StoptheSpread #AmazingColumbusGA #VisitColumbusGA #WeDoAmazing

Nothing says "I love you" like a painting of a place that holds special memories for you and your loved ones. Check out our list of local retailers, hotels, and creative entities like Gallery on 10th who are offering AMAZING discounts for shopping local this holiday season. Most are also offering curbside pickup or delivery to keep our community safe. So shop local and give the gift of here this year. ... #visitcolumbusga #amazingcolumbusga #columbusgeorgia #wedoamazing #GoAllOut Painting by local artist @randynguyen6498.

Thanks for the shoutout RiverCenter for the Performing Arts! We appreciated the opportunity to put our elves to work on such a SWEET task. Thanks for organizing your Gingerbread Village and bringing some extra cheer to ColumbusGA this holiday season!

In Columbus, GA, we're thankful that the hospitality industry is going above and beyond to keep guests safe. Make plans to Visit Columbus, GA and rest easy knowing that our community is a place where we're committed to putting safety first. Questions? Check out Columbus, GA C.A.R.E.S. at the link below. You'll find a list of partners who've pledged to keep safety before service in our city. ... http://ow.ly/VgH150C2TCl #visitcolumbusga #wedoamazing #amazingcolumbusga

Gnocchi and brisket?! 'Nuff said. Place a to-go order from Smoke Bourbon and BBQ and warm up with a taste of Columbus, GA this holiday season. Local tip: We hear the pimento cheese wontons are delicious, too! Smoke Bourbon and BBQ

Historic Westville is open! Visit Columbus, GA and step back in time to life in the 19th Century. This working village exhibits live interpretations, demonstrations, and hands-on activities transporting you into the AMAZING historic experiences of those who called the Pineywoods home. #visitcolumbusga... #amazingcolumbusga #columbusgeorgia #wedoamazing #GoAllOut See more

Columbus, GA is home to an incredible and diverse food scene. Take Filberto's Authentic Filipino Cuisine, for example. The pop-up restaurant & catering company features a weekly rotating menu of authentic Filipino cuisine. Catch them every Saturday at Market Days on Broadway in Uptown Columbus from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Come see us this Fall and let your appetite #GoAllOut in our AMAZING city! #visitcolumbusga... #amazingcolumbusga #columbusgeorgia #wedoamazing #GoAllOut See more

We were AMAZED by the tour of Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place! This beautiful new hotel will open in a few months and feature one-of-kind views, state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, a full restaurant, and the highly-anticipated Eighteen 85 Rooftop Bar. #welcometotheneighborhood Hotel Indigo! Excited to welcome you to Columbus, GA. #visitcolumbusga #amazingcolumbusga #wedoamazing #exploregeorgia #hotelindigo

Here's another reason to Visit Columbus, GA this Fall... Some of our favorite regional attractions made the latest issue of Southbound Magazine. Check out this AMAZING spread on Providence Canyon State Outdoor Recreation Area starting on page 20. Also mentioned is Whitewater Express, Columbus GA, named as one of Southbound's 99 favorite reasons to travel South this year. So what are you waiting for? Come see us and #GoAllOut with a high adventure weekend in Columbus, GA this... season. Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Explore Georgia RushSouth Whitewater Park #visitcolumbusga #amazingcolumbusga #GoAllOut #columbusgeorgia #wedoamazing

BANKS Food Hall has a new bar inside. The Maltitude Bar at Banks is the perfect place to paws for a brew when you Visit Columbus, GA! #visitcolumbusga #amazingcolumbusga #columbusgeorgia... #wedoamazing #GoAllOut Photo by Maltitude of their four-legged brew boss, Boulder.

Columbus, GA is home to the Bo Bartlett Center, founded by local artist Bo Bartlett and Columbus State University, and designed by internationally-renowned architectural firm Olson Kundig. Current work on display includes the 2020 South Arts Fellows Exhibit, work by Alyssa Monks, and a rotating collection of work by Bartlett himself. Make time to experience this incredible attraction the next time you Visit Columbus, GA! *Due to COVID-19, The Bartlett Center is currently open to the public by appointment only. Safety protocols and social distancing are in place. Masks are required. Call (706) 507-8432 to make an appointment.

Amy Sherald, a native of Columbus, GA, made history in 2018 when she painted the portrait of Michelle Obama for the National Portrait Gallery. Just a year earlier, Sherald painted "What's different about Alice is that she has the most incisive way of telling the truth" now on display as part of the permanent collection at The Columbus Museum. Come see us and #GoAllOut with our incredible arts & culture in Columbus, GA this Fall!

Into outdoor adventure? Us, too. Visit Columbus, GA this Fall and #GoAllOut on our beautiful, award-winning RiverWalk. Photo Dragonfly Trail Network - Columbus, GA.

Check out the latest episode from CSU's Carson McCullers Center for Writers and Musicians' new podcast "Weekly We of Me."

You can be honest. How much of your vacations are spent looking into someone's eyes while thinking about dessert? Columbus, GA is FULL of delicious options to appease your sweet tooth in new and exciting ways. Need a recommendation? Mabella's Italian Steakhouse is a local favorite for their heirloom cheesecake created by the owner's grandmother. It's so good it inspired this fun art mural outside their restaurant - a perfect place for an after dinner photo op! Photo credit unknown.

Rafting in Columbus, GA is a must! We're obsessed with this GORGEOUS aerial shot of the final whitewater rapid on the Chattahoochee River run. Visit Columbus, GA this Fall and book a trip with Whitewater Express, Columbus GA to get up close and personal with this beast yourself. Photo by Jared Zweben.