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.
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.
Finlay Park
Play sports with your kids in this scenic park, wander along the woodland paths and see the extraordinary fountain and cascades.
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.
Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens
Tour the premises and learn about the aristocratic residents who lived in this impressive mansion with a restored landscape garden.
Downtown Columbia Hotel Deals
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Rooms were very clean and staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
If I could give more stars I would ... Thank you
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Clean space, great amenities, quirky, and perfect for visiting USC
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Marriott Columbia
Great! Clean, Gym was nice, good breakfast, free coffee/tea. Pool under construction but hotel is very nice. Parking is in garage so safe, downtown hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
Lots of good dining options nearby. Parking is valet, but on weekends there’s a free public lot across the street. Room was a bit small, but it was clean and the bed was comfortable. Missed some things that I feel should be standard, like USB ports for charging devices.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Peaceful
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
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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 Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens 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 Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
