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 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.
Three Rivers Greenway
Explore the great outdoors at Three Rivers Greenway, a lovely green space in Downtown Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.
Finlay Park
Play sports with your kids in this scenic park, wander along the woodland paths and see the extraordinary fountain and cascades.
Fort Jackson
After visiting Fort Jackson, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Downtown Columbia Hotel Deals
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
There weren’t any business accommodations which could have been handy
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Hotel was ok good Location but staff was terrible
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Rooms were clean. No closet provided, but ok with hanger area. No tub in bathroom. Walk in shower only.
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Marriott Columbia
Hotel was ok, but seemed clean. Parking is next to the hotel and seems a bit un safe if you are by yourself late in the evening or very early in the morning. they charged 29.99 for parking which seemed a bit high, for being in Colombia, SC. Saw many areasin the parking garage that had broken glass ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Clean room. Great staff.
Reviewed on 2026/4/8
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Clean rooms, pretty quiet, staff way nice, but bathroom is small.
Reviewed on 2026/4/9
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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 Charlie W. Johnson Stadium 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 Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium.
