Old Shandon 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
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of South Carolina during your travels 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.
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.
Top hotels in Old Shandon
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Well, i was stuck in the elevator, but it was okay! They cgave free tampons and pads when my gf had period so amazing!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"Staff was attentive courteous and responsive. Room very clean. All day coffee and water- a great option for visiting Congaree National Park."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
"Hotel was pretty beat up, lots of missing paint, just rundownish. 5 out of 10 for sure"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"Beautiful property and rooms, Bar/Restaurant was excellent with complementary wine/beer and appetizers our second night for a special event they were having with guests invited, Staff was very friendly with helpful information on area sites. Breakfast was amazing with a wide array of items to choose ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"Unfortunately our room was sub par as far as cleanliness. I told the front desk after checking in that the toilet seemed dirty with some type of residue on the base and floor. Although they apologized nothing was done . The next morning checking out I mentioned it again and said no one followed thru ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"A consistently good operation in an excellent location."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Shandon
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
