Columbus travel guide
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You're Going to Love Columbus
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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Columbus has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Columbus
Where to Eat in Columbus
If you’re looking for affordable options, The King Claw- Columbus (1591 Bradley Park Dr Suite F5) and Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom - Columbus (6581 Whittlesey Blvd) are great picks.
When to visit Columbus
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Columbus in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Columbus, with an average rainfall of 2.6″.
How to Get to Columbus
Plane
When flying to Columbus, you’ll arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Columbus include Delta, WestJet and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Columbus departs from Atlanta and takes around 54m.
Car
Another option to get to Columbus is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 96 miles from Columbus. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.
Airports near Columbus
Airlines serving Columbus
Where to stay in Columbus
Average rates range from around $167 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $161 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus and Candlewood Suites Columbus-Northeast By IHG.
Where to stay in popular areas of Columbus
Most booked hotels in Columbus
Renting a car in Columbus
Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Columbus, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.
Best car rental deals in Columbus
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$35/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$36/day