Arsenal Hill Travel Guide
Columbia





Visit Arsenal Hill
Popular places to visit

Finlay Park
Play sports with your kids in this scenic park, wander along the woodland paths and see the extraordinary fountain and cascades.

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.

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
Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure.
Governor's Mansion
You can find out about the history of Columbia with a stop at Governor's Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse in Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Things to do

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Arsenal Hill

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
The Queen that checked me in was so gracious! So polite! So warming! I love going to places where I truly feel welcomed!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Room didn't have any USB ports . However rooms were in excellent condition. Loved the pillows. However the air-conditioner was very loud and made it difficult to sleep..
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Sleep Inn Columbia
Overall stay was good. Front desk and staff were nice folks. Hotel is outdated but kept well. Breakfast is fair but appreciated given the affordability of the stay. The only thing that was dissapointed was the toilet not flushing well.. Otherwise, this hotel is decent.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
We had no room service
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Staff was accommodating and very helpful. The room was clean. Overall it was a nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arsenal Hill

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.

Earlewood
Travellers like the parks in Earlewood, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.

University Hill
Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.

Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travellers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House are a few top sights nearby.

