Columbus · Bartholomew County, IN
Outdoors in Columbus
Scout analyzed 47 Columbus places and surfaced the ones that actually fit outdoors.
Places analyzed
47
Matches
24
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.3 hr
Scout-verified spots
Food & Drink
Papa's Grill
Local outpost of a family-owned chain of bars known for burgers & handmade desserts.
Food & Drink
Lucabe Coffee Co.
Food & Drink
Red Lobster
Nightlife
Columbus Bar
Enduring brewpub offers house & craft beers plus comfort food with a twist in a cheery setting.
Food & Drink
Upland Columbus Pump House
Relaxed, brick-clad outpost from 1903 serving an array of comfort fare alongside wine & craft beers.
Arts & Culture
kidscommons Columbus’ Community Children's Museum
Hands-on museum aimed at teaching children through fun interactive exhibits.
Food & Drink
Angottis Italian Restaurant
Nightlife
Cozy Lounge
Shopping
Columbus Visitors Center
Food & Drink
Apna Kitchen
Casual outfit with a warm atmosphere supplying Indian classics, plus a lunch buffet & vegan options.
Food & Drink
Main & Madison Market Café
Food & Drink
Lucabe Coffee Co.
Food & Drink
Le Fernández Café
Outdoors
Brown County State Park
Area offers hiking & biking trails, guided horseback riding, a water park, plus a campsite & lodge.
Food & Drink
Olesya's Kitchen
Outdoors
Anderson Falls
Nightlife
4th Street Bar and Grill
Long-running, casual hangout with a neighborhood vibe, occasional music & a menu of pub grub.
Food & Drink
Zaharakos
Carved oak & stained glass adorn this 1900 ice cream parlor with a classic American menu & a museum.
Food & Drink
Farm House Café & Tea Room
Outdoors
Clifty Park
Multisport facility with baseball, softball & football fields, plus a playground & skate park.
Food & Drink
Henry Social Club
New American cooking & cocktails served in a snug, stylish tavern with midcentury-modern decor.
Outdoors
Lincoln Park
Spacious park known for its recreational amenities, including an ice rink, fields & batting cages.
Outdoors
Mill Race Park
Developed 32-acre city park features paved people trails, a covered bridge & an observation tower.
Food & Drink
Amazing Joe's Grill
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
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