There’s no denying that Alabama is filled with many small towns that are worthy of a visit. One in particular is Columbiana, which is seemingly in the middle of nowhere. If you happen to stumble upon this wonderful town while driving, be sure to stop and check it out. It’s so worth the journey, and here’s why:
Columbiana is an Alabama town that focuses on the simpler way of life. Known for its love of community, it’s a great town to visit and an even greater town to call home.
facebook/City of Columbiana Columbiana’s motto is “Embracing The Future, While Preserving The Past.”
As you make your way through downtown, you can’t help but notice the Eagle’s Department Store mural. This large work of art will most definitely remind you of yesteryear.
wikimedia commons/Rivers Langley; SaveRivers The original mural was painted in 1953. It was later restored in 2006.
Columbiana, which has less than 5,000 residents, is centrally located in Shelby County and serves as the county seat.
wikimedia commons/Rivers Langley; SaveRivers Pictured is the Shelby County Courthouse, which was built in 1908.
Like most smaller towns in Alabama, Columbiana offers a variety of unique stores such as Main Street Florist, Sassy Sisters Boutique and Davis Drug Company, which features a gift gallery and nostalgic snack bar.
facebook/Davis Drug - Snack Bar and Gift Gallery Addresses: Main Street Florist: 114 N Main St.; Davis Drug Company: 111 S Main St.
When it comes to restaurants, Columbiana offers a little bit of everything. If you enjoy Mexican cuisine, you’ll want to try Oaxaca Mexican Grill. And for a delicious steak or seafood dinner, you’ll want to try…
facebook/Oaxaca Please note, Oaxaca Mexican Grill has permanently closed.
…Bernie’s on Main Street, which offers upscale family dining.
facebook/Bernie’s On Main Street Please note, Bernie’s on Main Street has permanently closed.
For those of you who wish to do a little more shopping, or have more of a variety when it comes to restaurants, Birmingham is only a short drive away.
flickr/Katchooo Pictured is the Birmingham skyline. Birmingham’s tallest building is the 34-story Wells Fargo Tower, which stands 454 feet.
Should you choose to stay overnight in Columbiana, consider booking a room at the Columbiana Inn —a restored 1889 Victorian house that’s been converted into a bed and breakfast. It’s unbelievably charming and you’ll love it!
columbianainn.com Address: 306 E College St.
If you’ve ever visited Columbiana, Alabama, please share your thoughts with us.
facebook/City of Columbiana
Columbiana’s motto is “Embracing The Future, While Preserving The Past.”
wikimedia commons/Rivers Langley; SaveRivers
The original mural was painted in 1953. It was later restored in 2006.
Pictured is the Shelby County Courthouse, which was built in 1908.
facebook/Davis Drug - Snack Bar and Gift Gallery
Addresses: Main Street Florist: 114 N Main St.; Davis Drug Company: 111 S Main St.
facebook/Oaxaca
Please note, Oaxaca Mexican Grill has permanently closed.
facebook/Bernie’s On Main Street
Please note, Bernie’s on Main Street has permanently closed.
flickr/Katchooo
Pictured is the Birmingham skyline. Birmingham’s tallest building is the 34-story Wells Fargo Tower, which stands 454 feet.
columbianainn.com
Address: 306 E College St.
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