Lake Carolina Travel Guide
Columbia
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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.
Harborside Circle Park
After visiting Harborside Circle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.
Pinnacle Park
Pinnacle Park is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Harborside Village Green
Harborside Village Green is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Things to do
Top hotels in Lake Carolina
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
I booked this stay at the last minute because of a family emergency when I say this is one of the best hotels I have stayed at in a long time. The staff was awesome. The food was great and freshly cooked. The hotel room was so clean. The amenities was awesome. I was able to get a piece of mind and ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
Convenient location. Budget friendly facility with reasonable amenities.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
The air conditioner in my room was a wall thermostat that was set at 75. When you tried to turn it down it went back to 75. Called front desk and he was clueless on what to do. It was so muggy it was miserable. For the price of two nights I would not stay again. I will say the rooms were very ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Great location, easy to get to USC campus. Staff were friendly and helpful. Property and room was clean and comfortable. Parking $10 per day but you could come and go - there were spaces but a little tricky to get in and out of if you have anything larger than a sedan. Overall great stay!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Great location and comfort for my stay.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Such a cozy and comfortable place close to campus.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lake Carolina
Rose Creek
While Rose Creek may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like North Springs Lake and Village at Sandhill Mall.
Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights might not have many top sights, but Segra Park and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pinehurst
While Pinehurst isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Melrose Heights
When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
