Downtown Columbia, SC
Columbia
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Popular places to visit
South Carolina State House
Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure.
Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Columbia Museum of Art
Bring kids to this fun gallery with a focus on medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art and fascinating traveling exhibits.
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
Marvel at the stunning architecture and stained glass and examine the Civil War graves in this remarkable sanctuary in Columbia.
Founders Park
Catch an event at Founders Park during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Why not meet the animals who call Riverbanks Zoo and Garden home during your trip to Columbia? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Downtown Columbia Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Parking is not easy as the garage is very low , staff was super nice , breakfast was delicious and cooked to order easy walk to the concert
Reviewed on 2026/1/9
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Loved our stay .
Reviewed on 2026/1/1
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
The staff was amazing, especially the front desk manager Anna. The room was very clean. I did eat dinner once on property and the bartender Tania was very attentive and nice.
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Very clean, excellent staff, the breakfast is fully cooked hot breakfast with a lot of different options. The only thing is there is no vent in the bathroom, so very humid when you shower.
Reviewed on 2026/1/3
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Very friendly staff, clean rooms, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 2026/1/5
Hilton Columbia Center
We only stayed one night the hotel was okay
Reviewed on 2026/1/5
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Columbia
The Vista
The Vista is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colonial Life Arena or Koger Center for the Arts.
Arsenal Hill
Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Governor's Mansion or Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse while you're exploring the area.
University Hill
University Hill is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium.
Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travelers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House are a few top sights nearby.
Waverly
While Waverly isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Wilson House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Township Auditorium and Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital.
