Columbus Area Hotels And Vacation Rental Guide
Columbus packs surprisingly big lodging variety into a small, friendly city from design-forward downtown hotels and historic bed & breakfasts to reliable chain hotels and family-friendly suites.
Columbus Tour Options
Columbus is an extraordinary Indiana community celebrated for its remarkable collection of modernist architecture. While the city is best known for its midcentury design legacy, visitors will also discover impressive examples of Victorian, Edwardian, and other architectural styles woven throughout the landscape. Since the 1940s, Columbus has attracted many of the world’s leading architects, transforming the city into a virtual museum of modern design.
We provide a variety of guided and self-guided experiences. Guided tours require advance tickets and are led by trained volunteer guides who are passionate about sharing the stories behind Columbus’s architecture and landscapes.
Tours regularly sell out – advanced reservations are recommended – see tour FAQS
The Columbus Visitors Center offers AIA Learning Units (LUs) for members who participate in our tours.
Miller House Tour is closed January and February for conservation and preservation activities – scheduling now for March and beyond
Even More Tours
Self-Guided Architecture Tours
- Explore Columbus’ world-renowned architecture with self-guided options offering over 90 stops across the Downtown and County Area.
- Purchase a printed guide at the Visitors Center for $3
Self-Guided Audio Tours
- Audio device rentals available at the Visitors Center for a small fee.
- Features 18 architectural sites within a 5-block walk in downtown.
Self-Guided Bike Tours
- Begin your ride at the Visitors Center and pick up free map routes designed for various biking levels and distances.
- Maps for multiple biking route distances are available at the Visitors Center.
Dining Guide For The Columbus, Indiana Area
Explore dining options in Columbus, Indiana, with this list of restaurant choices, including guides and maps.
Guides And Maps For Columbus, Indiana
Start your visit at the Columbus Visitors Center – pick up free maps and guides shown below. The Visitors Center is in the heart of downtown, next to the library, at 506 Fifth Street.
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