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
Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure.
Colonial Life Arena
Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip 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.
Things to do
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Old Shandon
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
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Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
"Ample parking. Nice staff. Clean room. Decent bed and pillows. Shower had shampoo and conditioner provided but not soap dispenser (bar soap was). Hair dryer provided. Breakfast minimal. No yogurt. No herbal teas. Had muffins, waffles, toast, bagels, apples, juices, coffee. Decent enough that I would ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"Clean & comfortable, very quiet even though fully booked, excellent breakfast choices, fresh, well stocked and great choices for everyone’s taste"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"small bathroom"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"Room/building was clean and modern. Parking wasn't sufficient for a full hotel. Breakfast was fine - fairly typical hotel buffet. Bad experience checking in. Due to short cleaning staff and some issues with a large number of guests leaving at the same time, rooms weren't ready at 3pm checking. The ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Shandon
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 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? Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium are a few top sights nearby.
Melrose Heights
When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Columbia Urban League, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Columbia Urban League are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium.
University Hill
Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Columbia Urban League and South Carolina State House might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
