Welcome to
Columbus
Columbus isn’t just another rural town in Texas—it’s a vibrant connection point where community, business, and fun come together! Whether you’re here for a relaxing spa day, boutique shopping, a delicious meal, or one of our beloved annual festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Rooted in deep Texas heritage with a special Americana charm, Columbus is a family-friendly, business-savvy community that welcomes all.
Explore, connect, and experience the heart of Colorado County!
Convenient LOCATION
Located 70 miles west of Houston, 125 miles east of San Antonio, and 87 miles south of Austin, Columbus is a relaxing small town with a rich and wild history, full of Southern charm, with a long list of fun things to see and do. Whether you’re road-tripping down I-10 or Hwy 71, make a stop in Columbus… we look forward to meeting you!
We’ll see y’all soon!
GET CONNECTED
our giving community
Columbus and the Colorado County region are filled with some of the most giving and serving communities anywhere on the globe.
The care, comradery, and value they bring to individuals, families, and the community is staggering. Local, national, and international organizations are represented here.
Community members reach out to and mentor youth who experience the value of giving in their community and the rewards everyone serves receives.
2024 ANNUAL AWARDS SPOTLIGHT
Business of the Year: The Dewberry Cafe
Volunteer of the Year: Morgan Barten
Citizen of the Year: Lori An Gobert
Pictured left to right: Lori An Gobert, Citizen of the Year; Peggy Harrison, Chamber Board President; Matti Sprague, Owner of the Dewberry Cafe, Business of the Year
Not pictured: Morgan Barten
A Texas Original
Preservation of our local history is important. Visitors can tour several historic homes, buildings, and markers in and around Colorado County. Columbus is also home to Texas’ largest Quercus Virginia Live Oak, more commonly known as “Grandma’s Oak.”
We also have several museums, such as the Santa Claus Museum, the Dilue Rose Harris House Museum, the Alley Log Cabin and Antique Tool Museum, and the War Memorial Museum in the old stone water tower on the Courthouse Square.
If Texas history is your thing, Columbus is a must-see!