South Commons
A.J. McClung Memorial Stadium
A historic venue for football and community sporting events. Check the event schedule before planning a visit.
Visitor Information ↗YOUR COLUMBUS EXPLORER’S GUIDE
Go Outside.
Stay for the Show.
Explore 49 activities and destinations from the Uptown Play and Visit Columbus outdoor directories. This guide includes their listed venues, with repeat listings combined, plus the splash pad and sculpture walk highlighted in Uptown’s introduction.
Uptown is your starting point. Some options are elsewhere in Columbus or Midland; check the location and visitor information before you go.
Shows & Sports
South Commons
Columbus Clingstones Baseball
Catch a Columbus Clingstones baseball game at Synovus Park. Consult the team schedule for home dates and tickets.
Visitor Information ↗South Commons
South Commons Softball Complex
A venue for softball games and tournaments. Look at the event calendar before planning a spectator visit.
Visitor Information ↗South Commons
Synovus Park
The riverfront ballpark is home to the Columbus Clingstones. Check the event schedule and visitor policies.
Visitor Information ↗South Commons
Columbus Civic Center
Concerts and sporting events. Check tickets.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown
RiverCenter for the Performing Arts
Performances on Broadway. Browse the calendar.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown
Springer Opera House
Plan an evening at a historic theater with stage productions, children’s programming and tours. Choose a production and check ticket availability.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown
Columbus Symphony Orchestra
Orchestral concerts. Explore the current season.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown
Riverside Theatre Complex
Explore Columbus State’s theater and dance productions. Check the performance calendar and box-office information for your chosen show.
Visitor Information ↗Front Avenue
Convention & Trade Center
Expos and gatherings. Check public events.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown
Schwob School of Music
Explore the university’s music events for concerts and recitals. Use the published calendar to confirm venue, admission and performance times.
Visitor Information ↗Outdoors & Recreation
Midland / Beyond Uptown
Bull Creek Golf Course
Plan a round of golf in Midland. Ask the course about tee times, equipment and current playing conditions.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Camp David RV Resort
An RV and cabin destination near Lake Wren for an overnight outdoor break. Confirm accommodation options before booking.
Visitor Information ↗North Columbus
Columbus Botanical Garden in Columbus, GA
Explore garden landscapes in north Columbus. Look for seasonal programs and current visitor information.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Dragonfly Trails in Columbus, GA
A connected trail network for walking, running and cycling around Columbus. Use the route map to plan a suitable segment.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Columbus United Football Club
Follow local soccer with Columbus United. Check the club’s current fixture list and match venue before setting out.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Cooper Creek Tennis Center
A destination for tennis and pickleball. Confirm court availability and the arrangements for open play.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Godwin Creek Golf Course
A golf option to explore for a shorter outing or practice. Ask about instruction, tee times and visitor arrangements.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Jonathan Hatcher Skateboard Park
Bring your skateboard for time at a dedicated skate park. Review park rules and choose features that suit your experience.
Visitor Information ↗MidTown
Lakebottom Weracoba Park
A MidTown park for a walk, a run or a pause outdoors. Explore the park layout when planning your visit.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Lake Oliver Marina
Plan a lake outing for boating or fishing. Confirm marina access, services and current water conditions.
Visitor Information ↗Midland / Beyond Uptown
Lake Pines RV Park & Campground
A Midland camping option for an overnight stay. Check site availability and the facilities offered for your setup.
Visitor Information ↗6th Avenue
MidCity Yards
A place to combine activities with food and drinks. Check individual businesses and upcoming events before visiting.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Northside Park Supercenter
A park and recreation-center option for an active day. Ask which facilities and programs are available to visitors.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Oxbow Creek Golf Course
A public golf course in the Victory District. Check tee-time availability and current course information.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center
Explore nature through an environmental learning center. Check its current programs and visitor access before going.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Psalmond Road Park Supercenter
A park and recreation center to consider for outdoor time and organized activities. Confirm current program availability.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Shirley Winston Park Supercenter
A park with recreation facilities and outdoor space. Check seasonal pool access and current program schedules.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Standing Boy Trails: Hiking & Biking in Columbus, GA
Natural-surface trails for hiking and biking. Consult the trail map and current conditions before choosing a route.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
Woodruff Farm Soccer Complex
A soccer complex for matches and organized play. Confirm event times and field access before visiting.
Visitor Information ↗Around Columbus
The Yard Dog People Club
A dog-focused outing at MidCity Yards. Check entry requirements and the current rules before bringing your pet.
Visitor Information ↗Riverfront & Trails
Uptown / Riverfront
Chattahoochee Riverwalk
Follow the Chattahoochee on foot or by bicycle. Choose an access point and a manageable route for your outing.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown / Riverfront
Ride on Bikes
A bicycle shop offering a starting point for a RiverWalk ride. Ask about rentals, sizing and suggested routes.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown / Riverfront
RushSouth Whitewater Park in Columbus, GA
Explore the riverfront’s whitewater setting. Decide whether you want a booked adventure or time watching from shore.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown / Riverfront
Whitewater Express
A river-adventure operator for rafting and zipline outings. Review booking requirements and trip options directly.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown Riverfront
Waveshaper Island
Watch river action from the RiverWalk.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown
Woodruff Park Splash Pad
Riverfront play. Confirm seasonal splash-pad operation.
Visitor Information ↗Museums & Arts
Victory Drive / Beyond Uptown
Civil War Naval Museum at Port Columbus
Explore naval history through museum exhibits. Check admission and the museum’s event calendar before visiting.
Visitor Information ↗Front Avenue
Coca Cola Space Science Center
Discover astronomy programs, interactive exhibits and space artifacts. Check the daily schedule to fit a planetarium presentation into your visit.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown Riverfront
Corn Center & The Bo Bartlett Center
Explore visual art at Columbus State’s riverfront arts spaces. Review current exhibitions and visitor hours before heading over.
Visitor Information ↗Broadway
The Loft Recording Studio
Recording services. Arrange studio access directly.
Visitor Information ↗Uptown
Uptown Sculpture Walk
Explore public art on a walk.
Visitor Information ↗Social & Fitness
13th Street
Highside Market
Combine shopping and dining with the market’s scheduled gatherings. Check individual businesses when planning your outing.
Visitor Information ↗Highside Market
Club Pilates
Studio Pilates. Ask about introductory classes.
Visitor Information ↗13th Street
Insane Fitness
Fitness training. Ask about visitor sessions.
Visitor Information ↗14th Street
J.P. Thayer YMCA
Recreation programs. Confirm membership and access.
Visitor Information ↗Broadway
Sand Trap Social
Golf-themed entertainment. Check reservations.
Visitor Information ↗Front Avenue
Crossfit CSG
Group training. Confirm drop-in arrangements.
Visitor Information ↗1st Avenue
UNCOMMON ATHLETE
Athletic training. Ask about suitable sessions.
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Find Nearby Homes →← Back to Living in UptownExplore the Dining Guide →Directory reviewed October 16, 2026. Source listings: Uptown Columbus Play and Visit Columbus Outdoor Recreation. Follow each entry for current opening hours, schedules, access requirements and bookings. Directory coverage reflects the source pages on the review date, not every activity in the city.
Preview photography: supplied Columbus riverfront image, Visit Columbus and Uptown Columbus.