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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Arsenal Hill
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
"Room was a little loud but fine overall"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Did not have breakfast or the bar butnit seemed nice"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"I wish we had known that the hotel was being renovated. We chose this facility based on the fact that it had a workout facility, but due to renovations it was closed. The pool was also closed due to a chemical imbalance. Neither of these things were mentioned on the website, which would have been ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
"Ample parking. Nice staff. Clean room. Decent bed and pillows. Shower had shampoo and conditioner provided but not soap dispenser (bar soap was). Hair dryer provided. Breakfast minimal. No yogurt. No herbal teas. Had muffins, waffles, toast, bagels, apples, juices, coffee. Decent enough that I would ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
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
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"The space was clean but you had to stand over the toilet to shut the bathroom door and there was no bathroom fan and the door itself looked like it had been chewed on by animals. Also the housekeeping kept knocking on the door, there was no do not disturb sign to hang, it was very annoying."
Reviewed on 20 May 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 Imara Woman is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
