Best of Phenix City, AL
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Phenix City, AL — mapped and organized by category.
About Phenix City
Phenix City serves as the county seat of Russell County, with portions of its northern and western areas extending into neighboring Lee County. Located in Alabama, the city had a population of 38,817 according to the 2020 census.
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National Civil War Naval Museum
The National Civil War Naval Museum in Andrew Woods covers 40,000 sq ft and displays remnants of two Confederate Navy vessels alongside Union navy uniforms, equipment, and weapons.
It is the only museum in the nation that tells the story of the two navies during the Civil War.
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Best Hotels in Phenix City
17 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Hampton Inn & Suites
Located in the Kid Alley Residential Historic District, Hampton Inn & Suites offers comfortable accommodations for travelers.
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Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown
Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown is a hotel located in the Snow Valley Residential Historic District.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites is located in the Kid Alley Residential Historic District.
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Holiday Inn Express Columbus Northeast
Holiday Inn Express Columbus Northeast is a hotel located in the Clubview Heights neighborhood.
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Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place
Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place is a hotel located in the Smith Residential Historic District.
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Phenix Inn and Suites
Phenix Inn and Suites is located in the Kid Alley Residential Historic District.
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Rodeway Inn
Rodeway Inn is a hotel located in the Kid Alley Residential Historic District.
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AC Hotel Columbus Downtown
AC Hotel Columbus Downtown is a hotel located in the Snow Valley Residential Historic District.
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Quality Inn Phenix City Columbus
The Quality Inn Phenix City Columbus is located in the Kid Alley Residential Historic District.
Best Restaurants in Phenix City
41 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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13th Street Bar-Be-Que
13th Street Bar-Be-Que is a barbecue restaurant located at 1310 7th Avenue.
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Chicken Comers BBQ
Chicken Comers BBQ is a barbecue restaurant located at 1027 14th Street.
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Country's Barbecue Original
Country's Barbecue Original is a restaurant located at 3137 Mercury Drive that serves barbecue and American cuisine.
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Country's Barbecue on Broad
Country's Barbecue on Broad serves barbecue and American cuisine at 1329 Broadway Avenue.
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Js Catch Market & Grill
Js Catch Market & Grill is a restaurant located at 502 Martin Luther King Junior Parkway South.
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Momma Goldberg's Deli
Momma Goldberg's Deli serves a variety of deli sandwiches at 1101 Broadway Avenue.
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Uptown Vietnam
Uptown Vietnam is a Vietnamese restaurant located at 1250 Ste. A Broadway Avenue.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Phenix City
2 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Phenix City
3 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Chattahoochee Brewing Company
Chattahoochee Brewing Company is a bar located in the Snow Valley Residential Historic District.
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Acers Grill & Bar
Acers Grill & Bar is located in the Kid Alley Residential Historic District.
Best Things to Do in Phenix City
5 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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The Columbus Museum
The Columbus Museum is located in the Dinglewood neighborhood.
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National Civil War Naval Museum
The National Civil War Naval Museum in Andrew Woods covers 40,000 sq ft and displays remnants of two Confederate Navy vessels alongside Union navy uniforms, equipment, and weapons.
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Smith-McCullers House (Carson McCullers Center)
Smith-McCullers House (Carson McCullers Center) is an attraction located in Wynnton Grove.
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Bradley Museum
The Bradley Museum in Dinglewood offers a collection of historical artifacts that illustrate the region’s past. Visitors can explore exhibits that showcase local heritage.
Best Shops in Phenix City
7 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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2nd and Charles
Explore the shop located at 2nd and Charles in the Averett Woods neighborhood.
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Chancellors
Chancellors offers a selection of books and gifts in the Snow Valley Residential Historic District.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Phenix City
23 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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South Commons Softball Complex
South Commons Softball Complex is a park located in the Andrew Woods neighborhood.
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The South Commons Sports and Entertainment Complex
The South Commons Sports and Entertainment Complex is a public park located in the Andrew Woods neighborhood.
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Dinglewood Park
Dinglewood Park provides a green area for recreation within the Dinglewood neighborhood.
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MATHEWS D. SWIFT PARK
MATHEWS D. SWIFT PARK is a public park located in the Smith Residential Historic District.
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Chattahoochee Promenade
Chattahoochee Promenade is a park located in the Kid Alley Residential Historic District.
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Columbus Riverfront Industrial Historic District
Columbus Riverfront Industrial Historic District is a park located in North Highlands.
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