Location: Columbia
Top Things to do in Columbia
Top 7 Free Things to do in Columbia, Pennsylvania (PA)
Columbia, formerly Wright's Ferry, is a borough (town) in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, 28 miles (45 km) southeast of Harrisburg on the east (left) bank of the Susquehanna River, across from Wrightsville and York County and just south of U.S. Route 30. The settlement was founded in 1726 by Colonial English Quakers from Chester County led by entrepreneur and evangelist John Wright. Establishment of the eponymous Wright's Ferry, the first commercial Susquehanna crossing in the region, inflamed territorial conflict with neighboring Maryland but brought growth and prosperity to the small town, which was just a few votes shy of becoming the new United States' capital. Though besieged for a short while by Civil War destruction, Columbia remained a lively center of transport and industry throughout the 19th century, once serving as a terminus of the Pennsylvania Canal. Later, however, the Great Depression and 20th-century changes in economy and technology sent the borough into decline. It is notable today as the site of one of the world's few museums devoted entirely to horology.
Restaurants in Columbia
1. Columbia Crossing River Trails Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Urbabill - Pittsburgh, United States
This was a great day trip on a bike. You can rent the bikes right across the parking lot at the River Trains Center. The trail is about 11 miles each way on the blacktop, including a trip through Marietta. The facilities were new and very nice. The trail was very well kept.
2. Bootleg Antiques
3. Burning Bridges Antiques Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
3 FLOORS FILLED WITH TREASURES! Visit the most exciting and innovative Antiques Market in the area. Burning Bridge Antiques Market features hardwood floors, pressed tin ceilings, limestone walls, chestnut millwork and amazing windows! OPEN EVERYDAY! (with the exception of major holidays) Over 200 dealers and hundreds of consignors Plenty of free off-street parking Convenient access for loading Gift cards available Climate Controlled Large, clean restrooms Experienced sales staff Warm & friendly atmosphere Furniture, architectural, jewelry, glassware, oddities of all kinds.
Reviewed By onehotdj
This is no doubt a real deal antique shop. The goodies here are many an varied. Something for any shopper. Surprisingly prices are comparable to other shops,but bargins abound.
4. Rivertowne Antique Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Rivertowne Antique Center located in Historic Columbia, PA by the banks of the Susquehanna River. Providing antique hunters with a great destination experience, Rivertowne is housed in a restored tobacco warehouse listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. A pleasant environment that is clean, climate controlled and brightly lit for your shopping enjoyment. Two floors full of furniture, primitives, Americana, glassware, folk art, textiles, stoneware, decorative smalls and more.
5. Tollbooth Antique Marketplace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
A multi-building former industrial warehouse complex full of Antiques, Furniture and Collectibles at wholesale prices. Ample Parking and Truck Docks. OPEN 7 DAYS
6. Chickies Rock Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 71 reviews
Scenic park overlooking the Susquehanna River.
Reviewed By SRai12 - Jersey City, United States
After a short easy hike we were rewarded with spectacular view of the sunset over the Susquehanna River.
7. Old State Theatre Antique Mall & Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By cherylh903 - Durham, United States
The two men in there were so nice and when I asked about the history of the building they seemed so happy and excited to talk about how it started out as a theater in 1928 and then later became a bank. My mind was just blown at all the things they had inside. Some I had never seen before. It was well organized and easy to get around. Much of the original theater is still there like the original stage, gold guild painted wood, carved pillars, art deco fixtures, and beautiful ceiling grates It's great that they have saved all of that. You will find sports items, art, fine art, furniture, primitives, advertising, collectibles, sports items, stoneware, toys, lighting, carnival and circus items, antiques from the 18th century forward, and much more. I couldn't wait to make the next turn to see what they had. My husband bought a vintage golf bag with the wooden golf clubs and some other wood clubs. The prices are a bit high on some of the items but for what you are getting I think they are reasonable. I wish I could rate it higher than 5 stars. I walked out of this place amazed at what I saw.
