Columbus Travel Guide

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Brown County State Park showing forests and autumn colours
Brown County State Park showing forests and autumn colours
Columbus, TX October 13,2017 The bridge into Columbus, TX over the Colorado River on route 71.
First trip with a new camera and new kayak! Really liked the craftsmanship on this old railroad bridge that's still in use. There we tons of old pilings and structures in the river just upstream from here from the old trestle and port. #getoutside #kayak #adventure #river
Cool, dreary wet morning on a kayak trip down the Colorado River outside of Columbus, Texas. The fog and mist gave the river an interesting feel. In the background on the river you can see an old buttress, the remnants of an old railroad bridge that crossed the river a hundred years ago. #kayak #adventure #paddle #river #adventurepacked #texas

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus TX

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus TX

3 out of 5
2427 Hwy 71 S Columbus TX
The price is AU$128 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$128
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (727 reviews)
Quick and easy checkin process

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus TX
Baymont by Wyndham Columbus

Baymont by Wyndham Columbus

2.5 out of 5
2535 Highway 71 South Columbus TX
The price is AU$127 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$127
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (747 reviews)
Rooms are nice. Not just what it use to be.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus by IHG

2.5 out of 5
4321 I 10 Columbus TX
The price is AU$177 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$177
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus by IHG
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Lovely Historic Home Downtown Columbus

Lovely Historic Home Downtown Columbus

Columbus TX
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, laundry facilities and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Claus Museum and Abram ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Amber was great … because she responded to questions almost immediately and we felt cared for. The house was awesome … because it was clean, organized and the attention to detail was obvious. The breakfast snacks, English muffins, bagels and cream cheese were thoughtful. Overall, the house definitely ...

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Lovely Historic Home Downtown Columbus
Columbus Get Away

Columbus Get Away

Columbus TX
Stay at this holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Santa Claus Museum and Abram Alley Log Cabin and Antique ...
Columbus Get Away
Koch Ranch - Hester House

Koch Ranch - Hester House

Columbus TX
Stay at this holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Santa Claus Museum and Abram Alley Log Cabin and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
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David was absolutely awesome and was very quick to help with any questions I had, made extending the stay so easy with no issues the home is beautiful. His hospitality is amazing, definitely do recommend this home!!!!!

Reviewed on 6 July 2025

Koch Ranch - Hester House
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Popular places to visit

Second Largest Live Oak in Texas

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Second Largest Live Oak in Texas during your travels in Columbus. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Second Largest Live Oak in Texas

Abram Alley Log Cabin and Antique Tool Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Abram Alley Log Cabin and Antique Tool Museum during your travels in Columbus. Discover the countryside and churches in this quaint area.

Abram Alley Log Cabin and Antique Tool Museum

Santa Claus Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Claus Museum during your travels in Columbus. Discover the countryside and churches in this quaint area.

Santa Claus Museum

Stafford Opera House

You can get tickets for a performance at Stafford Opera House during your stay in Columbus. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Stafford Opera House

Gilliam Memorial Public Library

Gilliam Memorial Public Library is just one of the places to see in Columbus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the countryside and churches in this quaint area.

Gilliam Memorial Public Library

Colorado County Courthouse

Learn about the local history of Columbus when you spend time at Colorado County Courthouse. Discover the countryside and churches in this quaint area.

Colorado County Courthouse

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