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

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. 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
$183
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbus in December
Estimated hotel price
$183
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 4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Columbus is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 96 miles from Columbus. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Columbus, located 4 miles from the city centre of Columbus. Columbus Greyhound Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Columbus, you’ll arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Columbus is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 96 miles from Columbus. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Columbus, located 4 miles from the city centre of Columbus. Columbus Greyhound Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Columbus

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Columbus

KLM
Good (1,491 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,894 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,857 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,300 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,383 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,165 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,548 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,555 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,897 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,379 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,249 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 Quality Inn Columbus near Fort Benning.

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 (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$138+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Columbus
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$242+
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Hyatt Place Columbus-North
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$215+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus/Near Fort Benning
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$149+
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Motel 6-Columbus, Ga - Downtown
2 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
$110+
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Hiring a car in Columbus

Expect to pay $1.98 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 $23.74 and $31.65. The most frequently booked car type in Columbus is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.98 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 $23.74 and $31.65. The most frequently booked car type in Columbus is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Columbus

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz

Alamo

Alamo
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