Visit Columbus

Visit Columbus Columbus, Mississippi is the perfect destination for anyone who appreciates classic Southern architecture, good food, and a friendly atmosphere.

Columbus, Mississippi is a town that thrives on its rich heritage and Southern charm. With 676 historic properties and 23 National Register properties, more than 125 restaurants, 950 hotel rooms, 45 bed and breakfast rooms, 10 shopping districts, and a vibrant Main Street, it is the perfect destination for anyone who appreciates classic Southern architecture, good food, a friendly atmosphere, or j

ust a down-home way of living. Founded in 1821 on the banks of the Tombigbee River, Columbus’ history dates back nearly 200 years. It was the place where flowers healed a nation during the Civil War, the inspiration for Pulitzer Prize winners Eudora Welty and Tennessee Williams, and the home to America’s first state-funded public university for women – Mississippi University for Women. Columbus is also home to Columbus Air Force Base, the largest Air Force pilot training base in the nation. We invite you to explore all we have to offer. We're here to help you plan a visit to our friendly city! Visit our website at http://visitcolumbusms.org/

Home to Columbus Air Force Base!! Training our nation’s top pilots!
06/20/2025

Home to Columbus Air Force Base!! Training our nation’s top pilots!

Congratulations to Main Street Director Barbara Bigelow!!
06/19/2025

Congratulations to Main Street Director Barbara Bigelow!!

Main Street Columbus Executive Director Barbara Bigelow received the top award a Main Street director can receive on Tuesday during the Mississippi Main

The 28th Annual Juneteenth Festival is this weekend! Friday night entertainment starts at 7PM and Saturday's event start...
06/19/2025

The 28th Annual Juneteenth Festival is this weekend! Friday night entertainment starts at 7PM and Saturday's event starts at 12PM.

Sizzling Second Saturday is now!!
06/14/2025

Sizzling Second Saturday is now!!

Blues at Sunset is tonight at Hitching Lot Farmers’ Market 6-10PM!
06/14/2025

Blues at Sunset is tonight at Hitching Lot Farmers’ Market 6-10PM!

Address

117 3rd Street S
Columbus, MS
39701

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm

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