Location: Columbia
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Top 10 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. Wright's Ferry Mansion
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By MaryR575 - Philadelphia, United States
Take a trip back in time to visit the 18th century home of an independent and successful businesswoman in Pennsylvania. Your expert tour guide introduces you to the life and experiences of Susan Wright through a room-by-room narrated tour. The house is furnished with authentic antiques and recreates the time when the Lancaster area of PA was still a frontier! Yes, Ms. Wright really was friends with Benjamin Franklin! This is a great tour for all ages.
2. Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
3. 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.
4. Bootleg Antiques
5. First National Bank Museum
6. Partners And Friends Antique Center
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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
10. 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.
