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

Columbus travel guide

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With a population of 189,885, Columbus is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Columbus to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Columbus

If you’re looking for affordable options, Meritage Cafe (1039 1st Avenue) and River & Rail (1232 Broadway) are great picks.

When to visit Columbus

Columbus in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 157
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbus in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 157
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Columbus in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 140 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Columbus, with an average rainfall of 66 mm.

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How to Get to Columbus

Plane

When flying to Columbus, you’ll arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG), which is located 7 km from the city centre

Car

Another option to get to Columbus is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 154 km from Columbus. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Columbus, located 6 km from downtown Columbus. Columbus Greyhound Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Columbus, you’ll arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG), which is located 7 km from the city centre

Car

Another option to get to Columbus is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 154 km from Columbus. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Columbus, located 6 km from downtown Columbus. Columbus Greyhound Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 km from the city centre.

Airports near Columbus

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Columbus

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Columbus

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus and TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus.

Where to stay in popular areas of Columbus

Most booked hotels in Columbus

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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 137+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus/Near Fort Moore
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 138+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore
2 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
C$ 101+
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Baymont by Wyndham Columbus GA
2 stars
Okay (5.6, Okay reviews)
C$ 96+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Columbus State University
2 stars
Okay (4, Okay reviews)
C$ 98+
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Renting a car in Columbus

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 per litre in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 14.95 and C$ 19.94. The most frequently booked car type in Columbus is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 per litre in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 14.95 and C$ 19.94. The most frequently booked car type in Columbus is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Columbus

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz

Alamo

Alamo
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