Lyon Street 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.
Williams Brice Stadium
Catch an event at Williams Brice Stadium during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Top hotels in Lyon Street
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Breakfast was the best I have had at any hotel
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
This moderate price La Quinta was a pleasant surprise for the money. Very clean facility, rooms seem all upgraded (mine was) and the standard item free breakfast bar. It was the perfect stop off for a pet owner right on the highway. I regularly travel between Ohio and Florida through Columbia, South ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
Beth at the front desk was great! The bedroom was okay, the bed was comfortable but the bathroom was so small and can use an update. The room was clean.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Nice location and up to date!!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Clean very nice room and lobby.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
I would give it five star but unfortunately there’s one thing that i disliked. everything about the hotel was nice, they even give a paper with all of the local restaurants and things to do in the area along with having a bar. the room was clean and accessible and very accommodating however my dislike ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lyon Street
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.
Old Shandon
While Old Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Urban League and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
Melrose Heights
When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Columbia Urban League, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pinehurst
While Pinehurst isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Ponder Fine Arts Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Shandon
While Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Urban League and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
