Old Shandon Travel Guide
Columbia
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Why not meet the animals who call Riverbanks Zoo and Garden home during your holiday in Columbia? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Williams Brice Stadium
Catch an event at Williams Brice Stadium during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Top hotels in Old Shandon
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Very Impressed with the cleaniness !! Room was comfortable n it smelled clean not masked !!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"The staff was outstanding and the breakfast was great. Room was clean as well"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"The front desk gentleman was very nice and professional, The only thing was that he announced my room number with male guests behind me. I was traveling alone so it took me back a little. Usually, the front desk person will just said your room number is on your card."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"Breakfast had nice variety. The room was spacious and modern. Ms. Lillie at the welcome desk was gracious and over-the-top helpful! It was walking distance to downtown and the Amtrak station."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"Everything was really good, except the swimming pool. It had a lot of “stuff” floating all over the top."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, SC
Where to stay in Old Shandon
Downtown Columbia
Downtown Columbia is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.
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.
