Downtown Columbia, SC
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Popular places to visit
South Carolina State House
Find out about the history of Columbia when you spend time at South Carolina State House. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Columbia Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at Columbia Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Finlay Park
Finlay Park is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens
You can find out about the history of Columbia with a stop at Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Very nice.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Great location and comfort for my stay.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Great coffee and front desk service!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Breakfast menu was reasonable.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Lantern Columbia
Beautiful new place to stay in downtown Columbia. The bar and restaurant is fabulous - great food and drinks - firepits and open “garage” doors add to the ambiance. Quirky hotel layout that works and focuses on the history of the buildings. Staff was very kind and helpful. We will definitely come ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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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 Richard Samuel Roberts House 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.
