Travel through time with a tour of Columbus’ significant houses and neighborhoods in historic Columbus. Our tours consists of over 150 years of Columbus history. Through trained docents you will learn about the homes, neighborhoods and the people who lived there.
TOURS
WALKER-PETERS-LANGDON HOUSE, c. 1828
716 BROADWAY
Tour the oldest house in Columbus. The home also features a period kitchen garden, urban slave cabin, and Columbus history exhibit. Take a short virtual tour here.
THE RANKIN HOUSE,
c. 1860
1440 SECOND AVENUE
Visit the jewel of historic High Uptown and headquarters of Historic Columbus.
STEP-ON GUIDE SERVICES
Let us take you on a journey through Columbus' historic neighborhoods. Driving tours may be adapted to the group’s interests in the city. You can combine the Heritage Tour and step-on tour also. Buses must be provided by the group and HCF provides the step-on guide to narrate the trail.
HERITAGE PARK
Located at 7th Street between Front Avenue and Broadway in the Original City Historic District. Experience the industrial history of Columbus through outdoor sculpture. Tours are generally self-guided through the venues, however special tours may be arranged through Historic Columbus. Watch a video of the history of what is inside the park here.
SOFT DRINK HERITAGE TRAIL
Learn about Columbus' connection to Coca-Cola, RC Cola, Nehi, and their founders through this Uptown walking tour. More information on Columbus' Soft Drink Heritage here.
COST AND TRANSPORTATION
All tours are by appointment, please call Historic Columbus at 706-322-0756 to schedule.
Tours of these historic sites are $5 for adults and $1 for students. Step-On services are $5/person.
Tours may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather.