Columbus ,
Mississippi
Columbus, Mississippi, with its rich historical heritage, is
the perfect destination for anyone who appreciates clas-
sic Southern architecture, food, and hospitality.
There’s a magical time each day when the sun sets over
the Tombigbee River. The soft light dances on the water,
inviting anyone who’s strolling along the beautiful River-
walk that begins in Columbus’ historic downtown to
pause and savor the moment.
In fact, savoring the moment is what we do best here in
Columbus. This is a place where slowing down is re-
warded with a cold mint julep or an architectural tour of
centuries-old homes. Our revitalized downtown area is
alive with charming shops and Southern food hotspots.
Catfish Alley harks back to an African-American hub at
the turn of the 20 th century, while Mississippi University
for Women has been an important destination for edu-
cation since 1884. And right here at the Riverwalk, we
love to celebrate with special events from races to festi-
vals to concerts. Nope, there’s no need to rush through
Columbus—unless, of course, you’re aboard one of the
supersonic jet trainers at Columbus Air Force Base, in
which case, you might be moving at more than 800 miles
per hour!
We invite you to explore this place we call home, to savor
your own special moments and make some new mem-
ories with us, especially during our 78 th Annual Columbus
Spring Pilgrimage April 5-14, 2018. The award-winning
event has been widely recognized as one of the best
and most authentic home tours in the South. Showcasing
more than 650 historic properties within three National
Register Historic Districts, the 2018 Pilgrimage embraces
and celebrates all of Columbus’ history as it serves up a
feast of irresistible cultural flavors.
Go to VisitColumbusMS.org for a complete list of attrac-
tions and events, and see why Columbus is “The City
That Has It All!”