Arsenal Hill Travel Guide
Columbia
Visit Arsenal Hill
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
Check-in was at 3:00. No room ready until 4:00. Shower door wouldn't close, I had to wedge a washcloth into the door track to keep it closed. At breakfast, there were no knifes or salt packets 2 days in a row. Staff was not as helpful as we would've liked.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Property was nice and clean. Restaurant was expensive with ok food. Room was very clean and had everything you need. The bed was a lot firmer than I am used to, but that’s my opinion.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
Super happy to stay there
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
Yes
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
We had no room service
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Room and bathroom were very clean and modern. The rug runner between the beds was a nice touch. However, the shower/tub had no grab bars and not tub mat which made the bottom of tub very slippery and possible to fall down easily. The outside pool area looked very modern and somewhat secluded. However, ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 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.
