St. Andrews Travel Guide
Columbia
Visit St. Andrews
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14
You can take time to visit BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 during your travels to Columbia. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of South Carolina during your travels in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Top hotels in St. Andrews
Hampton Inn Columbia I-26/Harbison Blvd.
The room was spotless and the desk clerk was very friendly and explained everything great
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Northwest
Hotel gave us our privacy but was attentive to things we asked for. Despite the bad reviews online it wasn’t as dirty as some made it seem. Need more breakfast options though
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
This hotel was exceptional! Very clean whirlpool tub was nice and having all the amenities needed in the room was great ! I would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
The staff was very helpful timely check in. Room was clean. The slide lock on room door was totally missing. The elevator ceiling tile was missing giving access to lighting overhead. Vulgar language was inscribed on wall of elevator.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Left early didn’t take breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Andrews
Eau Claire
Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Earlewood
Travellers like the parks in Earlewood, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Arsenal Hill
Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse or Governor's Mansion while you're exploring the area.
Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights might not have many top sights, but Segra Park and Township Auditorium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
