Mar 29 2014
Columbia, PA Named 13th Best Small Town To Visit in 2014 !
Columbia, PA is part of Historic Lancaster County and runs along the Susquehanna River. This year the Smithsonian Magazine named is the 13th best small town to visit in the United States. This is a beautiful historic “rivertown”, as the locals call it, that houses the National Watch & Clock Museum, The Turkey Hill Experience, Wright’s Ferry Mansion and many more historic Victorian era buildings in the Historic District. There are plenty of things to do in this small town and that is what makes it exciting and qualified it for the list.
Columbia is a visitor’s paradise to antique and art affection Atos with the many antique shops and art studios in historic former business buildings and homes. Visitors can walk to these places by parking in the lot next to the Historic Columbia Market House and stop at several excellent places for lunch.
Columbia Borough has revitalized its River Park and is in the process of expanding the park with a Park and Trail Services Building, increased recreational opportunities and linking to the Northwest Susquehanna River Trail, a trail beginning in Columbia River Park and traveling north to Conoy Township.
Visitors can stop at the Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center just off the West Bound Route 30 exit on Linden Street near the Turkey Hill Experience for information on the many offerings Columbia has to offer. Columbia is always welcoming visitors to come and see why they love their small town.
