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.
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.
Lake Carolina
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Carolina during your travels in Columbia.
Harborside Circle Park
After visiting Harborside Circle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.
Things to do
Capital City Heritage Walk Private Guided Tour
Top hotels in Lake Carolina
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Property was good. Breakfast option could have been better."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"Building was not well maintained… under construction"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"Nice hotel, but our room had bed bugs. Told the reception in the morning, gave her the live bed buv in a zip lock, and she said they were going to close the room off for service Good breakfast, overall nice hotel w free parking. But needs a fumigation. Maybe just bad luck for us left over by previous ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"Coean and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
"Great staff. Clean property. Breakfast was dismal...few choices, only hot option was a waffle."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Lake Carolina
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.
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.
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.
Eau Claire
Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
