The Vista Travel Guide
Columbia
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in The Vista
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"Clean & comfortable, very quiet even though fully booked, excellent breakfast choices, fresh, well stocked and great choices for everyone’s taste"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"The location is great and the rooms were fine for the most part. We were in town for a concert and booked 2 rooms for our group of 6. When we checked in at 4pm, only 1 room was ready and the other one wasn't ready until almost 6pm! Luckily we had the other room to get ready in or we'd have been late ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
"Loved the hotel, the room was so Clean, quiet. Restaurant on property was very good. Close to everything."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Lantern Columbia
"Huge thank you to Rick and his amazing staff helping me celebrate mine and my husband's 5 year anniversary! My husband was wowed by absolutely everything and the service was incredible! Athena at ladder 13 delivered superb assistance to us while we ate at the restaurant and we will surely be back ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
"Everything about our stay was great! Shout out to Shante (front desk) and Ms. Deborah (kitchen staff)! They were awesome and helpful."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Columbia Center
"The junior suite was dark and dreary it needs some updating that includes the bathroom. The pictured suite online is bright and spacious not like the actual room 432."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Vista
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.
Arsenal Hill
Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Governor's Mansion or Richard Samuel Roberts House while you're exploring the area.
University Hill
Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Columbia Urban League and South Carolina State House might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travellers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium are a few top sights nearby.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Columbia Urban League are some notable places to visit nearby.
