Downtown Columbia Travel Guide

Columbia

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University of South Carolina

9.0/10 (2,467 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Columbia, SC

Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour

฿1,230
per adult
Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

฿426
per traveller
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Columbia

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿3,279 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,279
฿3,673 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and ...
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle

3 out of 5
1224 Taylor Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿4,824 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,824
฿5,403 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Trundle is a unique property focused on delivering a unique thematic approach to their hotel services to both business and personal customers. I found the facility condition and breakfast offerings excellent. They are also convenient to downtown and University of South Carolina. Perhaps most important, ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Hotel Trundle
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3 out of 5
630 Assembly St Columbia SC
The price is ฿4,539 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿4,539
฿5,084 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4 out of 5
1619 Pendleton Street Columbia SC
The price is ฿4,863 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,863
฿5,543 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia

3.5 out of 5
1200 Hampton St Columbia SC
The price is ฿7,024 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿7,024
฿7,867 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Marriott Columbia
The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

4 out of 5
1001 Senate St Columbia SC
The price is ฿5,293 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,293
฿5,928 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Colonial Life Arena and Williams Brice Stadium ...
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
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Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

Find the best Downtown Columbia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Rosewood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina Military Museum and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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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.

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St. Andrews

St. Andrews is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

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Eau Claire

Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Imara Woman is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Downtown Columbia Travel Guide