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

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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. 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, 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

Columbus in December
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbus in December
Estimated hotel price
$189
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.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Columbus, located 6 km from the city centre of 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.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Columbus, located 6 km from the city centre of 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 (7,191 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,370 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,098 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,652 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,895 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,824 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,842 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,685 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,362 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 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/Near Fort Moore
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$158+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$238+
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Quality Inn Columbus near Fort Moore
2 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$126+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore
2 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$107+
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Baymont by Wyndham Columbus GA
2 stars
Okay (5.6, Okay reviews)
$105+
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Hiring a car in Columbus

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.61 and $24.82. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Columbus, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.61 and $24.82. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Columbus, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Columbus

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz

Alamo

Alamo
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