Downtown Is The Heart Of Columbus, Indiana

Downtown Columbus is where locals gather for family fun, shopping, date nights, and cultural events—and it’s one of the best places for visitors to truly get to know our city. This colorful, bustling, and walkable neighborhood is full of charm and discoveries around every corner. You’ll find restaurants, cafés, shops, and boutiques that make it a one-of-a-kind destination. Downtown is also a great place to see much of the modern architecture and public art that has made Columbus famous.

We like to think of Downtown as everyone’s neighborhood. You’re going to love it here! Choose below for guides to downtown dining, downtown shopping, downtown art and architecture, as well as all the other things to do in downtown Columbus.

Art & Architecture
Step into Columbus, Indiana, where world-famous architecture and bold public art transform a small city into a canvas of creativity.
Downtown Shopping In Columbus, Indiana
You don’t want to miss the unique offerings at Columbus’ downtown shops and boutiques!
Columbus, Indiana Events
The Visitors Center Calendar is the most comprehensive listing of events in the Columbus, Indiana area.
Dining Guide For The Columbus, Indiana Area
Explore dining options in Columbus, Indiana, with this list of restaurant choices, including guides and maps.


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.

Dining Guide For The Columbus, Indiana Area

Explore dining options in Columbus, Indiana, with this list of restaurant choices, including guides and maps.

Shopping In Columbus

The largest outlet mall and antique mall in the region, right on I-65, plus, a lovely downtown with independent shops and art and architecture, all in Columbus

Art & Architecture

Step into Columbus, Indiana, where world-famous architecture and bold public art transform a small city into a canvas of creativity.

Visitor Guide To Columbus Area Attractions

With its mix of iconic architecture, colorful festivals, and a walkable, art-filled downtown, Columbus, Indiana delivers big-city experiences with small-town warmth.

Columbus, Indiana Events

The Visitors Center Calendar is the most comprehensive listing of events in the Columbus, Indiana area.

Downtown Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)

Sip, stroll, and soak up the scene in Columbus’s DORA District!

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