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
Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Old Shandon
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Did not have breakfast or the bar butnit seemed nice"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"I wish we had known that the hotel was being renovated. We chose this facility based on the fact that it had a workout facility, but due to renovations it was closed. The pool was also closed due to a chemical imbalance. Neither of these things were mentioned on the website, which would have been ..."
Reviewed on 20 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
"Location to colonial life Colosseum is perfectThe hotel is clean, and the staff was very friendly and helpful during our stay."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"Arrived at 3:45pm to check in, but were told our room wasn't ready. Front desk indicated they were short-staffed and so had no idea when our room would be ready. We missed our dinner reservations. Finally, at 5:02pm we were given our room key. Thr room was cool and clean. The staff did the best they ..."
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.
