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Hello From Columbia, TN!
We are proud to be a nationally accredited Main Street community and off-the-charts excited to be a “Top 10 Best Small Town” and we want to invite you to come experience Columbia. When you’re ready to visit, you’ll find us just south of Nashville. Columbia is rich in historic treasures, family-friendly events, and soul-satisfying shopping, not to mention great dining and sleep options.


Sense of Place
We’ve got a sweetheart downtown—the original, authentic, realdeal downtown—accentuated by the most beautiful Town Square and Main Street lined with trendy shops, boutiques, antiques, live music, brews & spirits, friendly faces and good eats. We’ve become known for our family-friendly First Fridays in downtown surrounded by live music, food trucks, sidewalk vendors, and merchants that stay open a little later.
The sites and stories of this sweet little town extend beyond our vibrant downtown. The emerging Columbia Arts District is just a few blocks southwest of downtown and our presidential credentials put us on the map as the ancestral home of the 11th U.S. President James K. Polk. The outdoors will bring out your true adventurer on the Duck River, Chickasaw Trace cycling trails, and at the scenic Yanahli Park. Wait, there’s more. Other arts, history and recreation await you so explore our visitor guide to find out what your weekend getaway to Columbia could look like. Come on over, we’re waiting for you. We hope you’ll be enchanted by our town and feel connected to the stories, experiences, and people of Columbia.
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Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy of this guide, but there is no guarantee as information changes regularly. Please go to visitcolumbiatn.com for up-to-date information. Guide
Visit the Columbia Welcome Center
Make your first stop the Columbia Welcome Center in the heart of downtown. Set in one of historic downtown’s oldest buildings, the Welcome Center features travel information, local art exhibits, souvenirs, and the original neon sign from the once vibrant 1940’s Polk Motel. Our friendly staff can help plan your perfect visit: explore the local flavors, choose a cozy sleep option and find an itinerary that fits what you’re looking for.
713 N. Main St.
Monday–Friday 10am-4pm
Saturday 10am-3pm
• Sunday 12pm-3pm


Cultural Trail App

The Columbia Cultural Trail is a self-guided walking tour that takes you through downtown Columbia and the Columbia Arts District exploring the arts, music, culture, and history of this vibrant city. Murals, cultural places of interest, historical markers, and live music venues are some of the points of interest you’ll experience when you download this free app!








Eat & Drink Muletown

VISIT THE FARMERS MARKET

TOUR THE POLK HOME

SEE A SHOW AT THE MULEHOUSE

CANOE THE DUCK

EXPLORE THE ARTS DISTRICT

HIT THE TRAILS

RELAX IN B&B STYLE

HIKE STILLHOUSE HOLLOW FALLS

HEAR LIVE MUSIC

DISCOVER FIRST FRIDAYS


Columbia Arts District
The Columbia Arts District was established as a haven for artists to collaborate in a synergistic mix of creative culture and it’s located near the heart of downtown Columbia. The Columbia Arts Building (we call it “the CAB”) with its industrial vibe, has been transformed into artists’ space, maker retail, and more. Row and Co is home to some brilliant new concepts including Bradley Mountain, an innovative cafe and apparel workshop, Bag of Joy Bagel Co, and Mama Milas's.


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Make Plans

DAY 2
Savor Cult Persona
DAY 1
Savor Buckhead Coffeehouse
See President James K. Polk Home
Shop Historic Downtown Columbia
Savor Square Market & Café
Relax Elia Day Spa
Sip Ransom Spirits & Provisions
Dine Buck & Board
See Columbia Arts District
Shop Factory at Columbia
Savor August Sage Café
Relax Farmstead Market & Cellar
Sip American Barrel
Dine Barino's Italian Southern Eatery

Girls' Getaway History Buffs
DAY 1

Savor Puckett's
Explore President James K. Polk Home
Shop Historic Downtown Columbia
Savor Ollie & Finn's Counter
Explore Historic Athenaeum
Sip Taps Off Main
Dine Southern Tré Steakhouse
DAY 2
Savor Peppercorn Scratch Kitchen
Explore Historic Rippavilla
Sip Asgard Brewery
Savor Red 7 Pizza Co
Explore Historic Elm Springs
See Briarworks
Dine McCreary's Irish Pub

Outdoor Adventures
DAY 1
Savor Muletown Coffee
Explore Chickasaw Trace Park
Shop Bradley Mountain
Savor Big Shake's
See Stillhouse Hollow Falls
Sip Taps Off Main
Dine River Terrace

Pickers' Paradise
DAY 1
Savor Cult Persona

DAY 2
Savor Tennessee Coffee Co
Play Fisher’s Off-Road Rentals
Fish Williamsport Lakes
Savor Doodad's
Sip Muletown Coffee
Dine Joie’s Seafood Market
Shop Columbia Arts Building Micro Shops
Shop Bleu 32 Vintage Marketplace
Savor August Sage Café
Shop Columbia Antique Marketplace
Sip Farmstead Cellar
Dine Mama Mila's


DAY 2
Savor Peppercorn Scratch Kitchen
Shop Carter’s Creek Antiques
Shop Accents and Antiques
Savor Nashville Tea Co
Shop Loblolly Antiques
Sip Buck & Board
Dine Puckett’s
Mens' Day Out
DAY 1
Savor Katie Pie and Son's
Explore The Course at Pillow Springs
Shop Ted’s Sporting Goods
Lunch Betty's Parkway
Relax Fairview Park / Duck River Walking Trail
Sip Taps Off Main
Dine Southern Tré Steakhouse




Famtastic Day!
DAY 1
Savor Puckett’s

DAY 2
Savor The Stubborn Mule
Play Disc Golf at Woodland Park
Shop Southern Exposure
Lunch Omega’s Market
Relax Briarworks
Sweet Pie Sensations
Sip Asgard Brewery
Dine River Terrace
Play aMuse’um Children's Museum
Shop Lily Jane
Lunch A Balloon Shop
Relax Maury County Library
Play Splash Pad at Riverwalk Park
Dine Red Seven Pizza


AMUSE’UM
DAY 2
Savor Slothful Waffle
Play Maury County Park
Shop Needle & Grain Kids
Savor Red Seven Pizza
Sweet Hattie Jane’s
Play Tenn Pin Alley
Dine JJ’s Barbecue



First Fridays
Experience a different side of Downtown on the first Friday of every month. Shops and restaurants stay open a little later, vendors set up on the sidewalks and musicians entertain on the street corners. It’s a magical evening you won’t forget!
Attractions





There’s a vibe and energy that is uniquely Columbia. You’ll feel it the minute you step into downtown and that Main Street America experience surrounds you. Great places to shop, eat and explore, like the Town Square and Main Street of historic downtown Columbia, are nestled along the Duck River and the emerging Columbia Arts District. You’ll want to visit our historic landmarks and attractions, too, including the ancestral home of President James K. Polk! So step in here and explore the stories, people and places of Columbia.










Historic Landmarks
THE ATHENAEUM
808 Athenaeum St
The Historic Athenaeum is all that remains of two famous girls' schools (the other being the Columbia Female Institute) that flourished from the 1830s until the Great Depression. Built in 1837, the Athenaeum served as the rectory for these two schools. Today, the Athenaeum is a historic site and museum open for tours and available for venue rental. Open for tours Thursday–Saturday 10am to 4pm and by appointment only Monday–Wednesday.
COLUMBIA ARTS DISTRICT
8th and South Garden St to Depot St & 11th St
The emerging Columbia Arts District was established in 2017 as a home to artists, artisans and creative professionals sharing their diverse talents through varied art forms. Check out the district’s retail shops, coffees and more, and original works from craftsmen and artists.
HISTORIC ELM SPRINGS
740 Mooresville Pike
Historic Elm Springs is a Greek Revival mansion built in 1837 that witnessed the long marches of both the Confederate and Union armies and served as the headquarters of Confederate general Frank Armstrong in November 1864. The National Confederate Museum is Elm Spring’s newest attraction. It is
dedicated to sharing the histories of Southern soldiers who fought in the Civil War. Elm Springs is open weekdays for guided tours, admission charged.
FERGUSON HALL
5350 Main St | Spring Hill
Ferguson Hall is a stately plantation home in Spring Hill, Tennessee. It was built in 1853 and owned by Martin Cheairs, brother of Nathaniel Cheairs, original owner of neighboring Rippavilla Plantation. Tour the home to learn about the intriguing stories surrounding General Van Dorn and Jesse McKissack Peters. Tours available by appointment Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm.
GREENWOOD CEMETERY
North Garden St
Greenwood Cemetery is the city of Columbia’s original burial grounds. It was created on November 14, 1809, on the northern edge of the city on the bluff overlooking the Duck River as the place of burial for the citizens of Columbia. Many recognizable names like members of President Polk’s family and soldiers dating back to the Revolutionary War are buried here.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN COLUMBIA
Public Sq
Columbia is a nationally accredited Main Street community. Its historic downtown district is the crown jewel of Columbia with the classic town-square layout. At the center is the iconic courthouse, built in 1906. It is surrounded by vibrant shops, restaurants and local businesses. It is bordered by the Duck River, and the Columbia Arts District is just a few blocks southwest. An outing downtown promises great finds, good eats, live music and relaxing options. Check out the events calendar at visitcolumbiatn.com to see what’s happening on the Square!

NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY
The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444-mile national scenic byway through three states. It roughly follows the Old Natchez Trace, a historic travel corridor used by American Indians, European settlers, soldiers and future presidents. Today, people can enjoy not only a scenic drive but also hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping and other recreational opportunities.
POP GEERS MEMORIAL PARK
602 W. 7th Street
In 1926, this quaint memorial park with a 45-foot granite monument was dedicated in memory of Tennessee’s most famous harness racer, Edward “Pop” Geers.
Attractions

PRESIDENT JAMES K. POLK HOME & MUSEUM
301 W. 7th Street
Guests will enjoy a 30-minute guided tour of the main house and a self-guided tour of the Polk Sisters’ house, gardens and kitchen building. Presidential Hall showcases a schedule of rotating exhibits (separate admission fee). This Federal-style home was built by father Samuel Polk in 1816 while James was attending university in North Carolina and is listed on the National Register.
RATTLE & SNAP PLANTATION
1522 North Main St
Rattle and Snap Plantation is one of the grandest examples of Greek Revival residential architecture in the country. This magnificent estate was built for George Polk, a son of William Polk, who named the property Rattle and Snap after having won the land from the governor of North Carolina in a game of rattle and snap. Tours by reservation only. Group tours welcome.
HISTORIC RIPPA VILLA
5700 Main St | Spring Hill
Located in the heart of Spring Hill just minutes from Columbia, Rippavilla is a fully restored, 1850s Greek Revival-styled mansion that sits on 98 acres. It is complete with original Cheairs family antiques, heirlooms and Civil War artifacts. Open daily for guided tours, field trips and family outings.
ROSE HILL CEMETERY
Cemetery Street
Rose Hill Cemetery opened to the public in 1853, boasting a fusion of both the rural Upland South folk graveyard tradition and the new, European-inspired, Victorian garden cemetery. War veterans and other notable figures are buried here.
ROSEMOUNT CEMETERY
Graham Street
Established in 1873, Rosemount Cemetery serves as a focal point for Maury County’s African American history and the final resting place for many of Columbia’s prominent black citizens and heroes. You'll find members of the United States Colored Troops as well as Dr. J.C. Halfacre, a physician who served as a city alderman, and Isaiah Gholston, a builder and a minister who constructed the Gholston Methodist Church.
SPRING HILL BATTLEFIELD
Kedron Road and Reserve Blvd | Spring Hill
An interpretive walking trail at the Spring Hill battlefield, southeast of Spring Hill on Kedron Road and Reserve Boulevard, helps visitors understand one of the most controversial events of the Civil War.
ST. JOHN’ S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
6497 Trotwood Ave
This church was built by Leonidas Polk, Missionary Bishop of Southwest, and his three brothers, George, Lucius, and Rufus.
Arts & Entertainment
THE MULEHOUSE
812 South High Street
World-class music and event venue showcasing live music concerts and events. Venue rentals available.
MULETOWN BEARDED AXE
903 Riverside Dr
Muletown Bearded Axe is a fun-filled venue that offers axe throwing with a variety of target options and games.

MULETOWN POTTERY
101 N James Campbell Blvd | The Factory at Columbia Show off your artistic abilities at this paint-your-own pottery studio located inside the Factory at Columbia.
PACKARD PLAYHOUSE
614 N Main St
Packard Playhouse is a historical theater and gift shop located just off the square in Downtown Columbia, TN.
PAINTING WITH A TWIST
1202 S James Campbell Blvd Suite 14
Easy-to-follow painting classes with friends and family.
TENN PIN ALLEY
730 Mooresville Pike
Tenn Pin Alley has 32 lanes of bowling featuring 24 lanes, pro shop, game room, arcade, glow laser tag, bumper cars, put-put golf and go carts.












Attractions
Galleries
GALLERY 48
107 W 7th St
We warmly invite you to visit Gallery 48, our labor of love, and let us share it with you. Curating our own story, one canvas at a time.
THE LIBRARY ART GALLERY
211 W 8th St
The Library Art Gallery, located in the Maury County Library in the Columbia Arts District, showcases local art on rotation throughout the year. Past exhibits include a show by famed American sculptor Alan LeQuire.
PRYOR ART GALLERY
1665 Hampshire Pike
Pryor Art Gallery hosts a regular schedule of exhibits each year, free and open to the public
Museums
AMUSE’UM CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
123 W. 7th St
Located in the heart of downtown Columbia, aMuse’um offers a variety of activities and experiences for children up to 8 years old.
COLUMBIA MILITARY ACADEMY MUSEUM
1101 W 7th St
The Columbia Military Academy Museum showcases the history of this arsenal-turned-academy from its beginnings in 1885. Tours by appointment only contact andrew.williams@cabulldogs.org
MAURY COUNTY ARCHIVES
1446 Oak Springs Drive
Maury County Archives collects and conserves the priceless collection of Maury County original, historical documents and makes them available to the public. The Archives are open MondayThursday.
POSSUM HOLLER GARAGE
2980 Williamsport Pike
Tour the world-renowned Possum Holler Garage, best known for their original works of art created from vintage cars and truck parts. Weekday tours by appointment only; Saturday tours: 1pm-4pm.
MT. PLEASANT MUSEUM OF LOCAL HISTORY
108 Public Sq | Mt. Pleasant
The Mt. Pleasant/Maury County Museum preserves the history of the county, including its role in the phosphate industry as well as the impact of mining on the area.
Tours & Driving Trails
COLUMBIA CULTURAL TRAIL
The Columbia Cultural Trail is a self-guided walking tour through downtown Columbia and the Columbia Arts District exploring the arts, music, culture, and history of this vibrant city. Murals, cultural places of interest, historical markers, and live music venues are some of the points of interest you’ll experience when you download the free app.
MULETOWN TOURS
Specializing in history, ghost, and cemetery tours, Mule Town Tours is fun for all ages with walking and bus tour options. Tours by appointment.
OLD TENNESSEE TRAIL
Explore small Tennessee towns to uncover the story of Middle Tennessee, from Native Americans to westbound settlers, Civil War soldiers and beyond. The Old Tennessee Trail takes you through sites in Franklin, Leiper’s Fork, Santa Fe, Fly, Water Valley Community, Mt. Pleasant, Columbia and Spring Hill.
TENNESSEE CIVIL WAR TRAILS
The self-guided Civil War Trails connect visitors with the great campaigns and lesser-known sites of the Civil War in Tennessee. Sites in Columbia include the Athenaeum, Artillery Duel, The Bigby Greys, St. John’s Church, and Historic Rippavilla.
TENNESSEE PRESIDENTIAL TRAIL
Follow the Presidential trail across Middle & East TN to experience the stories of Jackson, Polk and Johnson.















Attractions

Taps, Corks & Spirits
AMERICAN BARREL
118 W 7th St
This local watering hole has elevated the late-night experience with crafted cocktails, cheese boards, soups and more with their “cocktail cafe” concept. They’re the perfect spot for anything from lunch to late night.
ASYLUM LOUNGE
The Factory at Columbia | 101 N James Campbell Blvd
An elevated eatery, tapas bar, and cocktail lounge serving up artisan tacos, global tapas, and craft cocktails. We specialize in fusing international cuisines to create the perfect bite.
ASGARD BREWING COMPANY
104 E 5th St
Asgard is a destination brewery that focuses on ecotourism and quality craft beer. It’s a rustic bar that sits on the beautiful Duck River with outdoor seating, guest food trucks and live music.
AMBER FALLS WINERY & CELLAR
794 Ridgetop Rd | Hampshire
Amber Falls Winery produces fine wines ranging from bold dry reds to novelty fruit wines in a peaceful and tranquil setting. Join them for a tour and/or a tasting in the charming tasting room in the cellar of the winery.
BAD IDEA BREWING
510 N Garden St, Suite H
Working to deliver unique, high-quality craft beer to southern middle Tennessee.
BRIARWORKS
511 N Main St
Pipe and cigar lounge with craft brews on tap, handmade pipes and fine cigars in a casual atmosphere with access to the factory. See the pipe-making process!
FARMSTEAD CELLAR
803 S Main St (Upstairs)
This gourmet grocery store’s crown jewel is its upstairs wine parlor featuring their very own selection of wines and wine cocktails in an intimate setting.
GRINDER’S SWITCH WINERY
510 N Garden St
A Tennessee favorite for more than 10 years, Grinder’s Switch has opened a new location in the riverside district in downtown Columbia. Sample their array of wines or try one of their wine slushies!
KEG SPRINGS WINERY
361 Keg Springs Rd Hampshire
Keg Springs Winery offers free tastings for patrons 21 and older. April through October, experience free music on their deck on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month from 2pm–5pm. They are also available for private parties.
NATCHEZ HILLS VINEYARD & WINERY
109 Overhead Bridge Rd
A boutique family vineyard and winery and event venue south of Nashville near the Natchez Trace Parkway where they create handcrafted small-batch wines. Sample Natchez Hills wines in the tasting room then enjoy a bottle on the patio.
RANSOM SPIRITS & PROVISIONS
807A S Garden St
Cozy up in Columbia's newest dining experience featuring bespoke cocktails and handcrafted food. Whether indoors or outside on their enclaved patio, their dining experience is cozy and charming.
TAPS OFF MAIN
100 W 7th St
Tap room on the Square in downtown Columbia, TN with more than 25 brews on tap! Fun, inviting atmosphere.
TWISTED COPPER BREWING CO.
121 S Main St | Mt Pleasant
What began as a homebrew club in 2013, Twisted Copper founders spent years of dialing in and perfecting recipes. Come in and enjoy the flavors that make Twisted Copper Brewing unique.















Outdoors
The outdoors recharges your soul and energizes your spirit whether you choose trails for mountain biking, canoeing on the Duck River, parks, farms, fishing or hiking the Yanahli Preserve. No matter how you do it, just do it.















Parks & Trails
CHEEKS BEND NATURAL AREA / YANAHLI PRESERVE & RUMMAGE CAVE
From I-65, exit to highway 412/99 and head west one mile and turn left on Rock Springs Road. Go four miles to Sowell Mill Pike and turn left. Then go three miles and turn right on Cheeks Bend Road.
Cheeks Bend is an 800-acre natural area that is part of the Duck River Complex within the 12,800-acre Yanahli Wildlife Management Area. Cheeks Bend Bluff View Trail is a two-mile trail that wanders along the bluff overlooking the Duck River. Rummage Cave, a short, horizontal cave with five oval rooms about 30 feet wide, brings you near the base of the Duck River and intersects with Cheeks Bend Bluff View Trail.
CHICKASAW TRACE PARK
1415 New Hwy 7
This 300-acre park is located on the banks of the Duck River and the tributary Knob Creek. It has been designed with 8.5 miles of single track mountain bike trails suitable for all levels of riders from expert racers to 5-year-olds. Maps available at the parking field.
COOK SOCCER PARK
710 Experiment Station Ln
Cook Soccer Park has 10 fields located adjacent to Maury County Park.
HENRY HORTON STATE PARK
4209 Nashville Hwy | Chapel Hill
Henry Horton State Park offers lodging options such as an inn, cabins, RV, tent, primitive camp sites and group campsites. The inn features a restaurant open seven days a week. Amenities include golf, fishing, trap and skeet range, swimming, hiking trails, picnic pavilions and a conference center.
MAURY COUNTY PARK
1018 Maury County Park Dr
Maury County Park has a hiking trail, a 1.5 mile paved walking trail, a special trail for kids’ motorized vehicles, two playgrounds and eight pavilions available by reservation. There are football and baseball fields, two equestrian arenas and barns. And it is also home to the miniature trains of Mid-South Live Steamers.
RIDLEY SPORTS COMPLEX
6148 Trotwood Ave
Tennessee’s Premier tournament destination, Ridley Sports Complex is a multi-purpose sports facility with 10 softball fields and nine rectangular fields suitable for soccer, Lacrosse, football, and rugby.
RIVERWALK PARK
102 Riverside Dr
Riverwalk Park is just off the square in downtown nestled along the banks of the Duck River, one of the most ecologically diverse rivers in the U.S. Enjoy the paved walking path that connects historic downtown Columbia to Riverwalk Park and up to the local dam, approximately one mile. Kids will enjoy the splash pad and the basketball court. Two pavilions in the park are available by reservation. Events keep the park buzzing with activity such as the Farmers Market, live concerts, and Movies in the Park.
STILLHOUSE HOLLOW FALLS
Summertown
Stillhouse Hollow Falls is a 90-acre state natural area located approximately 21 miles southwest of Columbia and three miles northeast of Summertown off Hwy US 43 in Maury County. The natural area is on the Western Highland Rim in the Duck River watershed. The geology of this region creates scenic natural features such as seeps, flat shale-bottom streams, and waterfalls, both small and large, which help shape the region’s dissected topography
WILLIAMSPORT LAKES
3813 Williamsport Pike

The Williamsport Lakes are the area’s best public family fishing lakes. The 4 lakes are stocked with bass, catfish, bluegill and more! Bait, boat and tackle rentals available.
Outdoors
WOODLAND PARK & DISC GOLF COURSE
821 W 9th St
Woodland Park is a 60.82 acre park in the heart of Columbia, TN. It is anchored by the historic Rainey House in a beautiful, wooded setting with a walking trail, a pond with a fountain, a large playground area and several smaller play areas, an amphitheater, tennis courts and picnic pavilions. The disc golf course at Woodland Park offers some of the best scenery and aesthetics in Columbia. Both amateur and advanced players are welcome to experience everything this wonderful course has to offer!
YANAHLI PARK
922 Iron Bridge Road
The newest park to Maury County, Yanahli offers several miles of walking trails at the gateway to the Duck River.

Canoe Outfitters
HIGHER PURSUITS
3114 Cheeks Bend Rd
The Higher Pursuits Duck River Canoe Base is located just minutes from downtown Columbia and features canoe and kayak trips on the beautiful and scenic Duck River. There are gorgeous gravel bars, rock bluffs and beautiful scenery throughout. Paddling routes are easygoing Class I with very few swift spots.
RIVER RAT CANOE RENTALS
4361 Hwy 31
Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Duck River by kayak, canoe, paddleboard or tube. Rent everything you need for your excursion! Take a 5-mile or 9-mile trip by boat or try a 1.5-hour lazy river tube float.
Golf
THE COURSE AT PILLOW SPRINGS
119 Stoneybrook Rd
Pillow Springs Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 72 course with a driving range, two practice greens, a grill and clubhouse. Ideal for your next outing or special event.
TOWHEE CLUB
3901 Kedron Road | Spring Hill
Designed by Arnold Palmer, the 18-hole golf course at Towhee Club provides a comfortable and enjoyable experience for every level of player. A Middle Tennessee favorite since 2006, Towhee Club offers four sets of tees ranging from 5,000 to 6,800 yards.
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Farms
CEDAR CREEK FARM
3552 Hwy 431
We believe that there’s something special about getting to know your local farmer and to see us at work. Experience the magic of Cedar Creek Farm for yourself. Bring your family. You may even get to milk a goat or two! Farm tours are by appointment. Groups of 15 – 60 people are welcome.

FOREST GULLY FARMS
6016 Fly Hollow Rd | Santa Fe
Come spend the day at Forest Gully Farms. They use both permaculture and food forestry to keep a self-sustaining ecosystem using native plants, herbs, animals and bees. You can also stay in one of their adorable Gully Huts! Two-hour farm tours are available by appointment. Groups of 4 to 15 people are welcome.
HIGHLAND REALM FARM
4411 Hampshire Pike | Hampshire
Seasonal blueberry picking, cabin rentals and wellness retreats are available at this quaint 1800’s era farm tucked away in the hills of Hampshire just outside Columbia.
KINDRED FARM
4521 Snow Creek Road | Santa Fe
Explore the farm store, tour the farm, and share a meal at a Kindred Dinner, farm-to-table style!
LIBERTY GRACE FARMS
1966 Hicks Ln | Columbia
The Gathering Barn event venue includes a 575 sqft loft plus acres of beautiful landscaping. Monthly farm events, flower-picking and a vineyard. Venue rentals for weddings and events.














EatOutdoors & Drink
From steakhouses and cafés to smoothie shops and coffeehouses, Columbia has a nice mix of dining options. This variety includes familiar chains as well as one-of-a-kind restaurants for a taste of the local flavor – many of these local hot spots are located in historic downtown Columbia and others are scattered throughout the community.
Peppercorn Scratch Kitchen
Fresh Tex-Mex right at the edge of city limits that is sure to excite your tastebuds. Check them out for breakfast too!
















Bag of Joy Bagel Co.
Small batch, hand rolled and boiled bagels have made this little bakery a popular breakfast spot since opening up in the Arts District last year.
Bradley Mountain
Handcrafted cafe and goods shop features a stellar small plates menu alongside an instore workshop for their own line of apparel and accessories.


Ransom Spirits & Provisions
Bespoke cocktails and fine dining are the main feature of this cozy new experience in downtown.

South Ahan
Thai and Laos fusion at its finest. A great spot for a bowl of pho, pad thai or bahn mi sandwich!
Cult Persona
Curious finds, coffee and wine make for one of the most unique cafes in Columbia.

August Sage
Brunch, lunch, small plates and drinks headline the newest cafe inside of The Factory at Columbia.

Eat & Drink American
AMERICAN BARREL
118 W. 7th St.
ASYLUM KITCHEN
The Factory at Columbia
101 N James Campbell Blvd
BETTY’S PARKWAY
912 Riverside Dr
BUCK & BOARD
100 W 5th St
BUCKY’S FAMILY RESTAURANT
1102 Carmack Blvd
BURGER BROS
1950 Shady brook st
DB’S
1144 Riverside Dr
EMBERS TAVERN
2513 Hospitality Ln
JOIE’S SEAFOOD MARKET
1423 Mapleash Ave
JUMBO HOUSE
1410 Nashville Hwy
LEGEND’S STEAKHOUSE
2401 Pulaski Hwy
PRIME & PINT
105 E 6th St
O’CHARLEY’S
202 S James Campbell Blvd
OLD GLORY RESTAURANT
1390 Hampshire Pike
OLLIE & FINN’S COUNTER
510 N Garden St. Suite H
RANSOM SPIRITS & PROVISIONS
807A S Garden St
RIVER TERRACE
1000 Riverside Dr
THE SLOTHFUL WAFFLE
The Factory at Columbia
SOUTHERN TRÉ
117 W 7th St
southerntresteakhouse.com
THE STUBBORN MULE
1511 Nashville Hwy F
WILLIE’S FAMOUS WINGS
908 Woodland St
WING-1-1
Factory at Columbia
101 N James Campbell
Barbecue
BRICKHOUSE BARBEQUE
915 Nashville Hwy
GABE’S SMOKEHOUSE
115 E James Campbell Blvd
JJ’S BARBECUE
900 Hatcher Ln
Southern
BIG SHAKE’S HOT CHICKEN & FISH
822 S Main St
CATFISH CAMPUS
2509 Keith Dr
CRACKER BARREL
1534 Bear Creek Pike
FARMERS FAMILY RESTAURANT
5201 Trotwood Ave
KATIEPIE & SONS’ COUNTRY KITCHEN
2407 Pulaski Hwy
OMEGA MARKET & DINER
1201 Woodland St
PUCKETT’S
15 Public Sq
STAN’S
1555 Bear Creek Pike
Cafés & Bakeries
AUGUST SAGE
Factory at Columbia
101 N James Campbell Blvd
B’S SALTY & SWEET
The Factory at Columbia 101 N James Campbell Blvd
BAG OF JOY BAGEL CO.
206 Depot St
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SAVARINO'S
SQUARE
DOOLEY'S
MCALISTER’S
Coffee & Tea
The Factory at Columbia 101 N James Campbell Blvd
1909 Shady Brook St
LEGACY COFFEE CO 2549 Nashville Hwy Suite B
THE
Columbia Arts Building 307 W11th St.
MULETOWN
23 Public Sq
NASHVILLE TEA CO.
The Factory at Columbia 101 N James Campbell Blvd STARBUCKS













Eat & Drink
Beer & Wine
ASGARD BREWING
104 E 5th St
BAD IDEA BREWING
510 N Garden St, Suite H
FARMSTEAD CELLAR
803 S. Main Street - Upstairs
GRINDER’S SWITCH
510 N Garden St, Suite D
TAPS OFF MAIN
100 W 7th St
THE TILTED MULE
102 Depot St
Irish
MCCREARY’S IRISH PUB & EATERY
814 S Main St
Italian
BARINO ITALIAN
SOUTHERN EATERY
1018 S Garden St
RED 7 PIZZA CO.
319 W 7th St
MAMA MILA’S
1200 S Garden St, Columbia
Mediterranean
PITA PLUS GYROS
1005 1/2 Carmack Blvd
Mexican
ALEX’S TACOS & WINGS
2202 Circle Dr
COCINA REAL
DON PEPE’S
1202 S James Campbell Blvd
LA CHALUPITA
116 Nashville Hwy
LA FUENTE 141 Trotwood Ave
LA HACIENDA
1903 Shady Brook St
LOS HERMANOS
2525 Keith Drive
LOS POTROS
106 A E 8th St
PANCHO’S PLACE
136 Bear Creek Pike
PEPPERCORN SCRATCH KITCHEN
2563 Nashville Hwy Suite 5
SALSAS TEX MEX
2120 Brookmeade Dr
TEQUILA’S 1547 Bear Creek Pike Suite D
VICTOR’S
Asian
UMAMI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE
815 S James Campbell Blvd
FUJIYAMA
1202 S James Campbell Blvd #3
GRACE CHINESE
402 S James Campbell Blvd
LUCKY BAMBOO
1412 Trotwood Ave
NINJA MONGOLIAN GRILL
2120 Brookmeade Dr Ste C
SOUTH AHAN
1412 Trotwood Ave
Ice Cream
A BALLOON SHOP
27 Public Sq
HATTIE JANE’S CREAMERY
16 Public Sq
JOEY'S ITALIAN ICE
812 S Main St
KOKOS ICE CREAM
Row & Co | 206 Depot St
PALETAS TOCUMBO
406 S James M Campbell
Around the County
BUCK & DOE RESTAURANT AND GENERAL STORE
4115 Hampshire Pike
CAMPBELL STATION COUNTRY STORE
2800 Dodson Gap Rd | Culleoka
DOODAD’S 2696 Williamsport Pike
THE FAINTING GOAT COFFEE
5321 Main Street | Spring Hill
GRECIAN'S FAMILY RESTAURANT
2003 Wall Street, Spring Hill
HWY 55 BURGERS
2041 Wall Street | Spring Hill
THE JUICY EGG
1740 N Main St Ste G (931) 223-5451
MT. PLEASANT GRILLE
100 South Main St | Mt. Pleasant
NELLY’S ITALIAN CAFÉ
5441 Main St | Spring Hill
PAPA BOUDREAUX’S
3419 Fly Rd | Santa Fe
THE PIZZA PLACE
206 N Main St | Mt. Pleasant
SANTA FE DINER
4356 Skelly Rd | Santa Fe



Shopping
Stash an extra travel bag for this trip. An outing in Columbia promises unique shops, great finds, good eats and relaxing options...extra emphasis on the great finds! Explore downtown and the arts district then make your way around the city and into the surrounding communities. You won’t be disappointed.
Gather Kitchen Mercantile
Elevate your kitchen with downtown's newest culinarycentric mercantile.
















Ellen J Marketplace
Downtown's newest marketplace is 2 stories of elevated apparel, local goods and vendor booths .
Needle & Grain Kids
This toy store carries some of the most unique and purposeful toys, apparel and books for everyone ages 0 to 8+.

A BALLOON SHOP
27 Public Sq
ACCENTS & ANTIQUES
37-38 Public Sq
AMY MONTGOMERY HOME
808 Walker St
ANNIE MOSES MUSICAL MERCANTILE
614 N Main St
AUBREE P BOUTIQUE
808 Walker St
BAXTER’S MERCANTILE
808 S Garden St
BLEU 32 VINTAGE MARKETPLACE
108 W 7th St
BLOOMSTALL
307 W 11th St, Suite B
BUFF CITY SOAP
112 W 7th St
COLUMBIA HEALTH FOODS
106 W 7th St
COLUMBIA MOTOR ALLEY
801 Woodland St
DUCK RIVER BOOKS
12 Public Sq
ELIA DAY SPA
19 Public Sq
ELLEN J MARKETPLACE
807 S Garden St
FARMSTEAD MARKET & CELLAR
803 S. Main Street
FLAG WORLD
32 Public Square
FRANK’S OLD STUFF
805 S Main St
GALLERY 48
107 w 7th St
HAZELWOOD LABRATORIES
806 Woodland St
LILY JANE
40 Public Sq
LVING ON 6TH
116 E 6th St
THE LINEN DUCK
109 E 6th St
LOBLOLLY INTERIORS
810 Walker St
NEEDLE & GRAIN
510 N Garden St., Suite A
NEEDLE & GRAIN KIDS
802 S Main St
PINK PORCH TOO
120 W 7th St
SACRED RAVEN BOUTIQUE
510 N Garden St, Suite C
SECOND TIME AROUND
812 Walker St
SMITH & YORK CO.
30 Public Sq
SOUTHERN EXPOSURE
129 W 7th St
SUGAR CREEK
502 N Garden St
TED’S SPORTING GOODS
806 S Main St
TIN COTTAGE
125 West 7th St
TILLIS JEWELRY
105 West 7th St
TREK BICYCLE STORE
11 Public Sq
VARIETY RECORD SHOP
24 Public Sq
WOVEN
28 Public Sq
Arts District
BRADLEY MOUNTAIN
1202 S Garden St
THE FADED FARMHOUSE
1106 South Garden Street
FESTIVE & FLAIR
1204 S Main Street, Suite B
GLOVER’S SECONDHAND
1200 S High St
JACKSON BLUME STUDIO
311 8th Street
YE
305 + 307 W 8th St
Around
DORIS’ FLOWERS & GIFTS
2500 Pillow Dr
LIVELY FLORIST SHOP
610 Hatcher Ln
MUM’S THE WORD
1330 Trotwood Avenue
PINK PORCH
1326 Trotwood Ave
TREASURE VILLAGE
114 Nashville Hwy
TWIG BOUTIQUE
1173 Trotwood Ave
Around The County
BUCK
PLEASANT HOME & GIFT
111 S Main St | Mt. Pleasant





The Factory at Columbia
Explore Columbia’s newest shopping adventure inside a renovated shirt factory just outside of the square. Filled with shops, food and more!
101 N James Campbell Blvd
ART 101
ASYLUM KITCHEN & LOUNGE
AUGUST SAGE
B'S SALTY AND SWEET
THE BLUE HYDRANGEA
COLUMBIA ANTIQUE MARKETPLACE
DWELL BOUTIQUE GLOVEBOX
LOTUS RISING YOGA
MULETOWN POTTERY
NASHVILLE TEA CO.
SOUTHERN POLISHED
SLOTHFUL WAFFLE
WEAR IT WELL CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE
WING-1-1

Columbia Arts Building
307 W 11th St
POTTERY WHAT KNOTTERY
BUTLER PEN AND INK
CUTE VINTAGEY THINGS
ZELDAVINE
2RAD4U
CORY RICAURTE ART
DREW TAKES A PHOTO
MULETOWN HOBBIES & GAMES
THE LOCO LEMON RACHELS TABLE
PREVAIL BAKEHOUSE
CULT PERSONA
BUFFALO CO
AARON DAVID THOMAS




Slow down and soak up everything Columbia has to offer. There’s no hurry, so stay with us a while! Check out these hotels, motels, charming bed & breakfast properties, and RV campgrounds.











Short Term Rentals
ALL I HAVE TO DO IS DREAM
18 Public Square
AMBER FALLS WINERY GUEST COTTAGE
794 Ridgetop, Hampshire
BLYTHEWOOD INN B&B
109 Blythewood Drive
FIREFLY CREEK
Campbellsville Pike
FOREST GULLY FARMS
6016 Fly Hollow Rd, Santa Fe
MULETOWN ABBY’S
3017 Abigail Ln
SOIRÉE ON THE SQUARE
14 Public Sq
TWO LANES GUEST HOUSE
Downtown Square
WHITE FOX DEN
1104 S High St

Events

March
MID-SOUTH LIVE STEAMERS
Maury County Park
April
MULE DAY
Maury County Park & Downtown Columbia
BLOODYS & BISCUITS
James K. Polk Home & Museum
MIDSTATE CLASSIC
Ridley Sports Complex
May
CAJUNFEST
Amber Falls Winery
PAINT THE TOWN
Mount Pleasant
June
VILLAGE JUBILEE & FESTIVAL
Village of Hampshire
SUMMERSTOCK
Riverwalk Park
July
FIREWORKS AT MAURY COUNTY PARK
July 4th
THUNDER OVER MAURY
Maury County Airport
August
MAURY COUNTY FAIR
Maury County Park
September
COLUMBIA MAIN STREET FALL FEST
Downtown Columbia
MID-SOUTH LIVE STEAMERS
Maury County Park
MUSIC N’ MOTORS CRUISE-IN
Possum Holler Garage
SUNSET RHYTHM & VINES
Natchez Hills Vineyard
October
HAUNTING IN THE DISTRICT
Historic Downtown Columbia
MID-SOUTH BARBECUE FESTIVAL
Downtown Mount Pleasant
November
A VERY MAURY CHRISTMAS
JAMES K. POLK BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
James K. Polk Home & Museum
December
CHRISTMAS IN COLUMBIA PARADE & TREE LIGHTING
Downtown & around town
MAURY CHRISTMAS HISTORIC HOMES TOUR
Around Maury County
MT. PLEASANT CHRISTMAS PARADE
Downtown Mt. Pleasant
Ongoing Events
COLUMBIA CARS & COFFEE
Corner of 7th and Woodland Street, Third Saturday of most months.
FIRST FRIDAYS
Every First Friday
Historic Downtown Columbia
COLUMBIA FARMERS FRESH MARKET
Every Saturday, Year-Round Riverwalk Park
MULETOWN FLEA MARKET
Depot Street
Arts District
Every 3rd Saturday
MUSIC ON THE RIDGE
April–Oct: Every Sat-Sun Amber Falls Winery
SECOND SATURDAYS
The Factory at Columbia
Every 2nd Saturday




Local & Regional Info
Medical Care
MAURY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
1224 Trotwood Ave. Columbia mauryregional.com (931) 381-1111
Maury Regional Health is the only system in Tennessee to be named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems by IBM Watson Health in 2018. MRMC has 360 beds with 200+ physicians on staff.
Transportation
NASHVILLE INT’L AIRPORT (BNA)
flynashville.com (615) 275-1675
MAURY COUNTY REGIONAL AIRPORT
1200 N. Main St | Mt. Pleasant FlyMaury.com | (931) 379-5511
MULE TOWN TROLLEY
muletowntrolley.org (931) 379-2907
Bus service from Columbia to surrounding areas
Library
MAURY COUNTY LIBRARY
211 W. 8th Street maurycounty-tn.gov (931) 375-6501
Municipalities
CITY OF COLUMBIA columbiatn.com
MAURY COUNTY maurycounty-tn.gov
CITY OF SPRING HILL springhilltn.org
CITY OF MT. PLEASANT mountpleasanttn.org
Chamber & Economic Dev
MAURY ALLIANCE
mauryalliance.com (931) 388-2155
College
COLUMBIA STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
1665 Hampshire Pike columbiastate.edu (931) 540-2722
Tennessee’s first community college established in 1966, Columbia State is a two-year college with five locations serving a nine-county area in southern Middle Tennessee that offers more than 70 areas of study.
Coworking
COWORK COLUMBIA
610 N. Garden St BSMT coworkcolumbia.com (931) 505-8026
Visitor Info
COLUMBIA WELCOME CENTER
713 N Main St
VisitColumbiaTn.com (931) 560-1506
VISIT COLUMBIA
City of Columbia
VisitColumbiaTn.com (931) 560-1510
visitcolumbiatn
EXPERIENCE MAURY
Maury County CVB & Visitor Center
302 W. 7th Street visitmaury.com (931) 381-7176
Around The Region
We’re so glad you’ve chosen to experience Columbia. Once you’ve had the chance to explore all there is to see and do here, we hope you’ll consider visiting some of our neighbors in the region who would love to show you around.
EXPERIENCE SPRING HILL
Spring Hill Chamber experiencespringhill.com (931) 486-0625
VISIT MOUNT PLEASANT
Mt. Pleasant Community Development Corp. visitmountpleasanttn.com (931) 379-9837
EXPERIENCE TN
Representing 13 counties of South Central TN sctta.net | (931) 993-3286
THE SHOALS
Florence/Lauderdale CVB
The Shoals visitflorenceal.com (888) 356-8687
VISIT FRANKLIN
Williamson County CVB visitfranklin.com (615) 591-8514
NASHVILLE MUSIC CITY
Nashville CVC visitmusiccity.com (800) 657-6910
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
Rutherford County CVB readysetrutherford.com (615) 893-6565
HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA
Huntsville/Madison County CVB huntsville.org (800) 843-0468



Why We Call It Muletown!
Columbia, Tennessee, is often referred to as "Muletown" because of its mule heritage and its longstanding annual event called Mule Day. The nickname originates from the significant role that mules played in the town's agricultural and economic development in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. And the annual event, Mule Day, has roots dating back to the 1840s when the town established "Breeder's Day." This event was initially focused on showcasing and trading mules. In 1840, the first recorded mule show in Columbia took place, and it eventually merged with Breeder's Day. Over the years, the celebration continued to grow, and the term "Mule Day" gradually became more widely used. The festival has evolved into a multi-day event featuring a parade, mule shows, competitions, and other festivities.
Today, the nickname “Muletown” is often used as a term of endearment and as a nod to the town's history and to Mule Day.