Visit Eau Claire
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Imara Woman
Learn about the local history of Columbia with a stop at Imara Woman. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Randolph Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Randolph Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.
NOMA Bark Park
After visiting NOMA Bark Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Eau Claire Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Nice property, clean room.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson
“Free” breakfast was overpriced. Simple stuff (like no salt & pepper, not to mention other missing items, like a meat offering in the chafing dish next to the scrambled eggs). Not like dish was dirty because it had been emptied. Looked like nothing had ever been in it yet, at 7:45 AM (opened at 6:30). ...
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
The room was very clean, organized and a lot of space. The staff was very nice and kind people. Close to the highway, stores, fast food, restaurant and more important for me was Fort Jackson. I recommend this hotel
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson
My one complain is that the shower head was faced towards the wall but our stay there was enjoyable! The staff there were so awesome. The friendliest service ever. I will definitely be staying there again.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Yes
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Nice clean and updated room.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Eau Claire
Earlewood
Travelers like the parks in Earlewood, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Colonial Heights
While Colonial Heights isn't home to many top sights, Segra Park and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
St. Andrews
Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.
Downtown Columbia
Travelers come to Downtown Columbia for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.
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.
