Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Columbia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Columbia

With a population of 99,615, Columbia is a must-see destination in Maryland, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Columbia has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Columbia

If you’re looking for affordable options, Uncle Julio's - Columbia (10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Ste 2530) and Corner Stable - Columbia (8630 Guilford Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cazbar - Columbia (9400 Snowden River Pkwy Ste 122) and Homeslyce - Columbia (9400 Snowden River Pkwy) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Columbia.

When to visit Columbia

Columbia in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 178
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbia in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 178
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Columbia

Plane

When flying to Columbia, you’ll arrive at Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), which is located 10 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Columbia from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 1h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Columbia. The train journey from Columbia to Baltimore takes 0h 32m and costs around C$ 8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about C$ 23 for a 1h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Columbia is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 185 miles from Columbia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Bus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Columbia takes 50 miles and will cost you around C$ 30. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about C$ 56 for a journey of 140 miles. Columbia’s bus station is located 3 miles from the downtown.

Plane

When flying to Columbia, you’ll arrive at Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), which is located 10 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Columbia from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 1h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Columbia. The train journey from Columbia to Baltimore takes 0h 32m and costs around C$ 8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about C$ 23 for a 1h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Columbia is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 185 miles from Columbia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Bus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Columbia takes 50 miles and will cost you around C$ 30. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about C$ 56 for a journey of 140 miles. Columbia’s bus station is located 3 miles from the downtown.

Airports near Columbia

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Columbia

KLM
Good (1,368 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,093 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,816 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,846 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,589 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,669 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,092 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,220 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,348 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,311 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,322 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (999 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (925 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,909 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (265 reviews)
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Where to stay in Columbia

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Select Suites - Columbia - Gateway Drive and Extended Stay America Suites - Columbia - Columbia Corporate Park.

Where to stay in popular areas of Columbia

Most booked hotels in Columbia

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DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 193+
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Live! Casino And Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 321+
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Hampton Inn Columbia
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 151+
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Staybridge Suites Columbia - Baltimore
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 160+
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DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Baltimore - BWI Airport
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 137+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baltimore Air
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 137+
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Renting a car in Columbia

Expect to pay C$ 1.27 per litre in Columbia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.18 and C$ 20.24. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.27 per litre in Columbia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.18 and C$ 20.24. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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