Five Points Travel Guide
Columbia
Visit Five Points
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.
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.
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.
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.
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Top hotels in Five Points
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Staff was courteous. Hotel was very clean. Great amenities.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Room was great
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG
The room met up to my expectations. The staff was.. GREAT!! Whenever I comeback into town. I will most definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
The hotel was unique from lobby to room. Exceptionally clean and a fun place to stay.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
Everything about my stay was nice, the property was clean and how the court yard is set up with all the games. My room was nice and clean and the bed was very comfortable. The staff was very friendly and nice.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
The room was located across from a crazy loud bar with nightly music until 2am then people hanging out after. Garbage trucks outside around 5am the room above was sounded like people were moving furniture at 6ish it was absolutely insane. And despite multiple requests to have the room cleaned over ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Five Points
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.
Old Shandon
While Old Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House.
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.
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 Township Auditorium and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Melrose Heights
When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
