Food scene
Mother and son owned baked goods, coffee and lattes, and home decor from local artisans. 3 blocks down on Locust. Opens 7am
HomeGoodies and Coffee
336 Locust StreetMother and son owned baked goods, coffee and lattes, and home decor from local artisans. 3 blocks down on Locust. Opens 7am
Good food, ice cream bar, lots fo local history - plus a gift shop and 100+ year old rivertown landmark!
6 locals recommend
Hinkle's Restaurant
261 Locust StGood food, ice cream bar, lots fo local history - plus a gift shop and 100+ year old rivertown landmark!
Bully's Restaurant & Pub
647 Union StA unique historic restaurant
Mike the brew master and owner built this incredible microbrewery and is the nicest guy around. Just a few blocks down on Locust.
Starview Brews
224 Locust StreetMike the brew master and owner built this incredible microbrewery and is the nicest guy around. Just a few blocks down on Locust.
Great arugula salad and also love their paninis. Of course, great craft brews.
9 locals recommend
Columbia Kettle Works
40 N 3rd StGreat arugula salad and also love their paninis. Of course, great craft brews.
Honey and Milk Latte iced - love it. Plus they have the famous long john’s Amish donuts.
Coffee and Cream
101 N Front StHoney and Milk Latte iced - love it. Plus they have the famous long john’s Amish donuts.
The Golden Whisk Bakery
245 Locust StreetSister and bro bakery. Sells out fast!
Sightseeing
View the longest arch concrete bridge in the world, travel the 15 mile bike trail, explore the crossings museum - or walk up to Coffee and Cream!
11 locals recommend
Columbia Crossing River Trails Center
41 Walnut StView the longest arch concrete bridge in the world, travel the 15 mile bike trail, explore the crossings museum - or walk up to Coffee and Cream!
I love the 1-mile loop trail by creek and then up through woods. Very under rated park with nice path to walk and jog. (Other Chiques Park has overlook views of river. )
East Donegal Township Chickies Creek Day Use Area
1467 Long LaneI love the 1-mile loop trail by creek and then up through woods. Very under rated park with nice path to walk and jog. (Other Chiques Park has overlook views of river. )
Breathtaking views of river. And easy access to trailhead down to walking and bike path! This is my photo!
Breezyview Gazebo
770 Breezyview DriveBreathtaking views of river. And easy access to trailhead down to walking and bike path! This is my photo!
Beautiful views from other side of river with a gorgeous pathway and meadow.
9 locals recommend
Highpoint Scenic Vista & Recreation Area
1199 Hilt RdBeautiful views from other side of river with a gorgeous pathway and meadow.
Antiques and Shops
Amazing antiques from 200 different vendors - just around the corner from the Freedom Home - along with 8 other antique shops!
14 locals recommend
Burning Bridges Antiques Market
304 Walnut StAmazing antiques from 200 different vendors - just around the corner from the Freedom Home - along with 8 other antique shops!
Super friendly and great deals. Wide variety and huge floors with fresh finds daily!
8 locals recommend
Tollbooth Antique Marketplace
215 Chestnut StSuper friendly and great deals. Wide variety and huge floors with fresh finds daily!
Anderson's Bootleg Antiques
135 Bridge StreetKindred Collections
452 Locust StreetLots of artisans just two blocks down! Love the cool local creations.
Water and Trails
Explore the overlook, the trails, bike path, hiking trails and river from this beautiful National Parks local nature attraction.
Chickies Rock Overlook Trail
Chickies Rock Overlook TrailExplore the overlook, the trails, bike path, hiking trails and river from this beautiful National Parks local nature attraction.
Tell Ben you’re staying at FREEDOM HOME with Discover Columbia and he will give you a discount…. The kayak views are incredible. Last boats allowed out at 5pm (return by 6pm). Text me if you want Ben’s direct #! 🛶🛶
12 locals recommend
Chiques Rock Outfitters
41 Walnut StTell Ben you’re staying at FREEDOM HOME with Discover Columbia and he will give you a discount…. The kayak views are incredible. Last boats allowed out at 5pm (return by 6pm). Text me if you want Ben’s direct #! 🛶🛶
Worth the walk or bike down to the cliffs from the Marietta Park… probably an afternoon trip but very cool final destination!
7 locals recommend
White Cliffs of Conoy
Worth the walk or bike down to the cliffs from the Marietta Park… probably an afternoon trip but very cool final destination!
Attractions and Museums
Fun family and historical adventures in town!
Make your own ice cream and learn about the famous Turkey Hill Dairy.
73 locals recommend
Turkey Hill Experience
301 Linden StMake your own ice cream and learn about the famous Turkey Hill Dairy.
Amazing local history - in the original homestead that founded the town! Check your tour schedule
Wright's Ferry Mansion
38 South 2nd StreetAmazing local history - in the original homestead that founded the town! Check your tour schedule
National Watch and Clock Museum
514 Poplar StSo many cool clocks. Kids have fun!
Columbia Market House
15 South 3rd StreetSaturday. Awesome food. Fun. Local vendors.
Chris the executive director will amaze you with insights about our historic town. Plus check out the model train setup.
Columbia Historic Preservation Society
21 North 2nd StreetChris the executive director will amaze you with insights about our historic town. Plus check out the model train setup.