Downtown Columbia Travel Guide
Columbia
Visit Downtown Columbia
Popular places to visit
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.
Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Columbia Museum of Art
Bring kids to this fun gallery with a focus on medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art and fascinating traveling exhibits.
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
Marvel at the stunning architecture and stained glass and examine the Civil War graves in this remarkable sanctuary in Columbia.
Founders Park
Catch an event at Founders Park during your trip to 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.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Top hotels in Downtown Columbia
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Good
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
The hotel is adorable and the beds are the best!!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Great room and location, staff was friendly
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
The room was spotless and comfortable. All the staff was friendly and made us feel welcomed. The breakfast area employees were all friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Yes
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hilton Columbia Center
Chelsea was the highlight of our stay! She was super friendly and extremely helpful and nice!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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.
Arsenal Hill
Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Governor's Mansion or Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Wilson House.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital are some notable places to visit nearby.
