Downtown Columbia Travel Guide
Columbia





Visit Downtown Columbia
Stay near popular Downtown Columbia attractions
Things to do

Capital City Heritage Walk Private Guided Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Columbia

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"The room was clean and pretty just like the pictures. Great location downtown and was near everything. Staff was nice and very helpful."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"Amazing stay….staff was pleasant highly recommended 10/10"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"We were very impressed with the room. The place was super clean. The breakfast was wonderful, with many different options. The only downside was the parking lot wasn’t very big, but they had a public parking lot just a block away so it wasn’t too bad. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone ..."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
"I love this place! This is my go to every time I'm in the Columbia area!"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
"Cutest hotel in town!! Clean, and comfortable!! Amazing decor and wonderful staff!"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

The Lantern Columbia
"Another amazing stay at The Lantern! The warmth of the staff makes it my first choice when I come to town. The beds are super comfortable and the showers are nice and spacious with lovely smelling “warm oak” amenities. I love that there are coffee/tea and water stations dotted around each floor."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

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.

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.

Eau Claire
Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, 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.

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.






