Columbus Vacations, Tourism & Travel Information

Architectural Tours are a very popular attraction. Family friendly visitors will be thrilled to know that according to America’s Promise - The Alliance for Youth, Columbus Indiana is among the 100 Best Communities for Young People.  Visit the 12,000 square foot kidscommons museum which has a climbing wall within it. Take a canoe ride and check out wildlife like beavers, blue heron and wood ducks. There is miniature golf to be played, 19 miles of paved trails to hike along, and some delicious popcorn to taste at Not Just Popcorn where they have 240 flavors of the popped kernels.

Your Columbus Indiana things to do list will fill up quickly and may include seeing the Gallery 423 on Washington Street which features American craft pieces. Or you may choose to take a trip along the Indy Wine Trail where you’ll visit seven different wineries. Shoppers can enjoy the FairOaks Mall or the Commons Center.

Courtyard Columbus Tipton Lakes is a great place to stay on your Columbus Indiana vacation as they have just finished a $1 million renovation. If you are looking for a cozier stay, the Wehmeier Homestead is a lovely bed and breakfast located on a 40 acre grain farm. Stay in Violet’s Attic which has a queen size bed and private bath.