Downtown Columbia Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
University of South Carolina
Explore the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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 theatre 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 theatre 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 theatre 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 savour the lively bars.
Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens
You can find out about the history of Columbia when you stop by Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Downtown Columbia
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"it was a wonderful stay. Will return."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
"Beautiful, unique hotel! Staff was absolutely wonderful!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"Coean and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
"Clean and safe!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
"The property was very nice.....5 of us spent the night in a queen suite we had bootcamp graduation for my son and the room was very clean smelled good...beds were very comfortable....bathroom was very nice amenities were good....The free breakfast was great....no complaints at all....would stay there ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Columbia
The Vista
The Vista is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Colonial Life Arena and Koger Center for the Arts while in the area.
Rosewood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina Military Museum and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
Seven Oaks
Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.
Eau Claire
Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Shandon
While Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium.
