Arsenal Hill Travel Guide
Columbia
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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
Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Arsenal Hill
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Clean room and great location!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
I booked this stay at the last minute because of a family emergency when I say this is one of the best hotels I have stayed at in a long time. The staff was awesome. The food was great and freshly cooked. The hotel room was so clean. The amenities was awesome. I was able to get a piece of mind and ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
Convenient location. Budget friendly facility with reasonable amenities.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
The air conditioner in my room was a wall thermostat that was set at 75. When you tried to turn it down it went back to 75. Called front desk and he was clueless on what to do. It was so muggy it was miserable. For the price of two nights I would not stay again. I will say the rooms were very ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Great location, easy to get to USC campus. Staff were friendly and helpful. Property and room was clean and comfortable. Parking $10 per day but you could come and go - there were spaces but a little tricky to get in and out of if you have anything larger than a sedan. Overall great stay!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Great location and comfort for my stay.
Reviewed on 5 May 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.
