Rebecca's Fort Benning Area Guidebook
Military History
Wear walking shoes and try to catch an imax movie.
https://nationalinfantrymuseum.org
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National Infantry Museum station
Wear walking shoes and try to catch an imax movie.
https://nationalinfantrymuseum.org
Highly recommend getting your visitors pass online before arrival. https://www.benning.army.mil/GateInfo/
Fort Benning
Highly recommend getting your visitors pass online before arrival. https://www.benning.army.mil/GateInfo/
For all the gear your soldier will need/want plus army souvenirs for families
Commando Military Supply
4411 Victory DrFor all the gear your soldier will need/want plus army souvenirs for families
I-Museum yaseNational Civil War Naval
1002 Victory DrSightseeing
Amazing white water rafting, great for families or those looking for something more exciting, depending on the course you select. You can also zip line across the Chattahoochee River or do the obstacle course
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Whitewater Express
1000 Bay AveAmazing white water rafting, great for families or those looking for something more exciting, depending on the course you select. You can also zip line across the Chattahoochee River or do the obstacle course
Hills and Dales Estate
1916 Hills and Dales DrThe Columbus Museum
1327 Wynnton RdHelp kids burn off energy. Includes a trapeze course
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Launch Trampoline Park Columbus
7607 Veterans PkwyHelp kids burn off energy. Includes a trapeze course
Columbus Botanical Garden
3603 Weems RdThe Rock Ranch
5020 Barnesville HwyDrive through wild animal encounter. Definitely get plenty of food to feed them - some rascals might steal your whole bag. And the wait to rent their vehicle is well worth it - these guys are pretty much tame, and not shy about putting their heads in your car
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Wild Animal Safari
1300 Oak Grove RdDrive through wild animal encounter. Definitely get plenty of food to feed them - some rascals might steal your whole bag. And the wait to rent their vehicle is well worth it - these guys are pretty much tame, and not shy about putting their heads in your car
Coca-Cola Space Science Center
701 Front AveCreek Trail of Tears Monument
Alabama 165I-State Park ye-F.D. Roosevelt
2970 GA-190A bit of a drive but good if you like presidential history
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Jimmy Carter Boyhood Farm
402 Old Plains HwyA bit of a drive but good if you like presidential history
Food scene
Great food and drinks, plus a nice photo op outside to the right of the entrance
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Mabella's Italian Steakhouse
14 W 11th StGreat food and drinks, plus a nice photo op outside to the right of the entrance
The Loft
1032 BroadwayLocal favorite restaurant
The Black Cow
115 12th StMust try the fried green tomatoes!
Bare Roots Farmacy
Health conscious southern food
Plucked Up | Chicken & Biscuits
1208 1st AveFor sit-down Chinese food with a koi pond
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Chef Lee's Peking Restaurant
6100 Bradley Park DrFor sit-down Chinese food with a koi pond
A local favorite for casual food - the scramble dog is very popular
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Dinglewood Pharmacy
1939 Wynnton RdA local favorite for casual food - the scramble dog is very popular
Nonic
207 13th StreetBest beer selection in the area
Saltcellar
1039 1st AveMorten's at Old Town
3580 Massee Ln11th and Bay Southern Table
1050 Bay AveKilwins
1230 BroadwayIce cream and candy shop
Rocket Fizz Columbus GA
1236 BroadwaySoda and candy shop with cute gifts
Wasabi Sushi & Thai
1639 Bradley Park DrFor sushi and drinks
El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant
2976 N Lake PkwyBodega 1205 Columbus GA
19 12th StIron Bank Coffee Co.
6 W 11th StHibachi grill food, drinks and sushi
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Mikata Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
5300 Sidney Simons BlvdHibachi grill food, drinks and sushi
Lepoma's Pizzeria
6516 Kitten Lake DriveFor pizza delivery
13th Street Bar-Be-Que
5506 Veterans PkwyMy recommendation for no-fuss southern BBQ
Zombie Pig BBQ
6201 Veterans PkwyLemongrass Thai & Sushi
2435 Wynnton RdMy recommendation for Thai food
Epic Restaurant
1201 Front AveFor fine dining
Hole-in-the-wall steak house that’s loved by locals
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Hunters Pub and Steakhouse
11269 GA-219Hole-in-the-wall steak house that’s loved by locals
Trevioli Italian Kitchen
7466 Blackmon RdPita Mediterranean Street Food
6600 Whittlesey BlvdPizza and gelato. Ask for dough to play with if you have kids
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Your Pie
1019 BroadwayPizza and gelato. Ask for dough to play with if you have kids
The Office Sports Bar & Grill
2979 N Lake PkwySapo's Mexican Cocina & Bar
3033 Manchester ExpyGerman Food Gifts And More
711 13th StCountry Life Natural Food Store and Vegetarian Restaurant
1217 Eberhart AveFor vegetarian food
Entertainment
Columbus Civic Center
400 4th StFor events, concerts, ice skating and shows
Pick this location for luxury recliner movie seats
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AMC CLASSIC Ritz 13
1683 Whittlesey RdPick this location for luxury recliner movie seats
Great for dogs and walks. Rock slides in the summer
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I-Flat Rock Park
6106 Warm Springs RdGreat for dogs and walks. Rock slides in the summer
Idle Hour Park Sports Complex
900 Airport RdGreat for walking and feeding the ducks. Closes at dusk
Some of the classes here would be really fun for groups and are appropriate for youth
The UP! Factory - Yoga, Hot Yoga, Aerial, Massage & Fitness
1143 1st AveSome of the classes here would be really fun for groups and are appropriate for youth
Comedians every Thursday night. Check out their website for tickets
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The Loft
1032 BroadwayComedians every Thursday night. Check out their website for tickets
Great shows and musicals. Check their website for schedule
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River Center- for The Performing Arts
900 BroadwayGreat shows and musicals. Check their website for schedule
Springer Opera House
103 E 10th StHistoric building with plays and musicals
Brushes and Beverages
1102 BroadwayOxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center
3535 S Lumpkin RdSplash island is a childhood favorite. Fantasy in lights during Christmas time and the beach is great during summer
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Callaway Gardens Robin Lake Beach
Splash island is a childhood favorite. Fantasy in lights during Christmas time and the beach is great during summer
Mini golf, laser tag, diner food, arcade, and roller skating.
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Hollywood Connection Family Fun Center
1683 Whittlesey RdMini golf, laser tag, diner food, arcade, and roller skating.
Stars and Strikes
7607 Veterans PkwyBowling, arcade and bumpers cars
Try your hand at archery with this range that features targets and great instructors
Archery Connection
7607 Veterans ParkwayTry your hand at archery with this range that features targets and great instructors
Ride On Bikes
1036 Broadway18th Amendment Cigar Shop
1026 BroadwayLakewood Golf Course
2800 Lakewood DrUptown Float
15 11th StMaple Mart Sport Bar & Restaurant
8328 Veterans PkwyDrinks and events like trivia night
Columbus Symphony Orchestra (GA)
900 BroadwayLakebottom Park/Hill Field
1616 18th AveThe River Market Antiques & Lunch Box Museum
3218 Hamilton RdEssentials
Go to spots that you might need during your stay - all nearby the house
CVS
3127 Macon RdPublix Super Market at Bradley Park Square
1639 Bradley Park DrChick Fil A was founded in Georgia and is definitely considered an essential in the south
Chick-fil-A
1600 Bradley Park DrChick Fil A was founded in Georgia and is definitely considered an essential in the south
Target
1591 Bradley Park DrWalmart Supercenter
3700 US-280One of my two church recommendations if you would like to go to church during your visit
Cascade Hills Church
727 54th StOne of my two church recommendations if you would like to go to church during your visit
North Highland Church
7300 Whittlesey Blvd1 of 2 church recommendations
The Bottle Shop
101 Southern WayGreat selection if you need a gift or drinks.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
1500 Bradley Park DrNail Tek
6501 Whitesville RdIn case you need your nails done while in town
Welcome Center
1751 Williams RdTONS of information on the local area and attractions
Starbucks
1702 Manchester ExpyThe closest Starbucks to the house - has a drive thru
The Blue Door Boutique
6501 Whitesville RdPanera Bread
6301 Whitesville RdSun Ray Cleaners & Laundry
6801 River RdIf you need dry cleaning
River Flow Yoga and Wellness
Golden Donuts
625 Manchester ExpyOperates 24 hours and has a drive thru
Shell
6101 Bradley Park DrGenerally clean and safe gas station with a drive through car wash
Freeze Frame Yogurt Shoppe
1100 BroadwayIncludes a small outdoor play area
Columbus Airport
3250 W Britt David RdFly directly into Columbus. Also has Annual air shows
Massage Whisperer
2320 Brookstone Centre PkwyBeres Chiropractic Center Inc
2320 Double Churches RoadIf you develop aches and pains during your travels
The house has a fitness membership -you must stop in and sign a waiver before working out
Snap Fitness
1290 Double Churches RoadThe house has a fitness membership -you must stop in and sign a waiver before working out
2nd Avenue Animal Hospital
4025 2nd AveIf you need a vet while traveling with pets
ChargePoint Charging Station
800 Front AveShopping
The Posh Peach
1105 BroadwayBluebelle
2301 Airport ThruwayRiver Road Pharmacy & Gifts
5100 River RdSalt Life Retail Columbus, GA
1104 BroadwayHeadquartered in Columbus, this is a great local shop