With some terrific day trip options available in the surrounding area, having your own car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to experience all that Columbus, 40 miles away, has to offer. Magnolia Motor Speedway ought to be toward the top of your list here. Tennessee Williams Welcome Center and Columbus Arts Council - Rosenzweig Arts Center are excellent attractions too. Jasper is another great option. It’s 45 miles away and has a range of fun things to do. Jasper City Hall, Gamble Park and The Lily Pond an Art Gallery & Tea Room are only the start.