Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District Travel Guide

Columbus

Historic buildings in Columbus - Ohio, United States
Historic buildings in Columbus - Ohio, United States
Aerial View of Columbus, Georgia at Dusk
"St. Elmo", one of the most exquisite examples of the classic houses in America, stands in view of this point, it was built on the old Stagecoach Road by Colonel Seaborn Jones, for his wife, Mary Howard Jones. Completed in 1833, it was originally called "El Dorado." Here, Augusta Jane Evans visited her aunt and found inspiration for her celebrated novel "St. Elmo." As a member of Governor Troup's staff, Seaborn Jones came to the site of Columbus with LaFayette in 1825. Lawyer, painter, solicitor-general of the Ocmulgee Circuit (1817-1818), he was member of Congress in 1835-45- 47. President James K. Polk, President Millard Fillmore, Henry Clay, and General Winfield Scott were distinguished visitors entertained in this house by Colonel Jones. In 1878, the place became the home of Captain and Mrs. James J. Slade and the name changed to St. Elmo. Captain Slade once conducted a girls school here.

Popular places to visit

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Columbus Civic Center

Catch an event at Columbus Civic Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this walkable area.

Columbus Civic Center
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South Commons Sports Complex

Catch an event at South Commons Sports Complex during your trip to Columbus. Experience the museums and entertainment venues in this walkable area.

South Commons Sports Complex
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Hughston Clinic

If Hughston Clinic is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Columbus.

Hughston Clinic
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Peachtree Mall

During your trip to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Peachtree Mall. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its entertainment venues.

Peachtree Mall
P33BH4 RiverCenter for the Performing Arts is a modern performance venue and home of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra in Columbus, Georgia.

RiverCenter for the Performing Arts

Get tickets for a show at RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Columbus. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this walkable area.

RiverCenter for the Performing Arts
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Coca-Cola Space Science Center

You can browse the exhibits at Coca-Cola Space Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Columbus. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this walkable area.

Coca-Cola Space Science Center

Top hotels in Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District

Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden

Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden

2 out of 5
1631 18th Ave Columbus GA
The price is 3.139.829 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
3.139.829 ₫
8.655.808 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Weracoba Park and Wild wood park are located nearby.
Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden
Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore

2.5 out of 5
3452 Macon Rd Columbus GA
The price is 1.521.909 ₫ per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
1.521.909 ₫
1.910.379 ₫ total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Professional staff, clean room, no issues, overall: a very good stay for such low price!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

3 out of 5
1711 Rollins Way Columbus GA
The price is 2.568.951 ₫ per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
2.568.951 ₫
3.135.417 ₫ total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,391 reviews)
Breakfast was good. Check in and out very time efficient. Rooms are clean. Staff is very friendly.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North
City Mills Hotel

City Mills Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1801 1st Ave Columbus GA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,087 reviews)
Hotel and any Stay was exceptional

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

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City Mills Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus at Northlake by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus at Northlake by IHG

2.5 out of 5
7336 Bear Ln Columbus GA
The price is 2.289.760 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
2.289.760 ₫
2.809.120 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (800 reviews)
Room was extremely clean.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus at Northlake by IHG
Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

3.5 out of 5
21 WEST 14TH STREET Columbus GA
The price is 4.059.120 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
4.059.120 ₫
4.879.270 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (537 reviews)
Staff was great. Great hospitality.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District

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East Highlands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit Columbus Museum and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts.

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Peacock Woods-Diamond Circle Historic District

Though Peacock Woods-Diamond Circle Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Columbus Museum and Smith-McCullers House.

Peacock Woods-Diamond Circle Historic District
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Wynnton Village Historic District

While there might not be top attractions in Wynnton Village Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Columbus Museum and Smith-McCullers House.

Wynnton Village Historic District
The Wynn House was built in 1839 when the city of Columbus was 11 years old. Greek Revival in style, the house has doric columns on three sides and is topped with a cupolo. Originally named “Oakview,” the house was built by Colonel William Wynn, for whom the Wynnton area of Columbus is named. In 1852 Henry Hurt purchased the home from Colonel Wynn, but sold it in 1855 having never lived in it. The next owner, Mr. Hines Holt, was a prominent Georgia congressman and attorney. During the Civil War, his ownership saved the home from the Union Army captain sent to burn the homes in this area. The home remained in the Holt family for 50 years. In 1905, Mr. J. T.

MidTown

While visiting MidTown, you might make a stop by sights like Columbus Museum and Smith-McCullers House.

MidTown
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Dinglewood Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dinglewood Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Columbus Museum and Smith-McCullers House.

Dinglewood Historic District
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Briarwood

While Briarwood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Smith-McCullers House and Columbus Museum.

Briarwood

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