Shandon Travel Guide

Columbia

Popular places to visit

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

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.

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
South Carolina State House

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.

South Carolina State House

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.

Fort Jackson

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.

University of South Carolina

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.

Williams Brice Stadium

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.

Colonial Life Arena

Top hotels in Shandon

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

3 out of 5
434 Columbiana Dr, Columbia, SC
The price is ฿3,007 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,007
฿3,368 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,677 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

3 out of 5
7333 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC
The price is ฿2,455 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,455
฿2,750 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Williams Brice Stadium and Colonial ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"My rooms was very clean and the staff was very friendly they had some maintenance going on which caused some delay but the staff was very understandable and didn’t charge extra, i can definitely see the vision for when the maintenance and upgrades are finished. only thing I didn’t like was the area ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street, Building 2, Columbia, SC
The price is ฿3,283 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,283
฿3,677 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews)
"Lilly at the front desk is the best!!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

2.5 out of 5
1539 Horseshoe Dr, Columbia, SC
The price is ฿2,834 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,834
฿3,174 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,176 reviews)
"L'edife est très vieux. Il a été renové, mais ips n'ont pas changé les elements de la salle de bain. Il s'agit d'une renovation éconimique. Bref, pour le prix, c'est décevant. Sirtout à cause de la propreté de la salle de bain. Egalement, le robinet fait un bruit infernal lorsqu'on l'ouvre."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

3 out of 5
1538 Horseshoe Drive, Columbia, SC
The price is ฿3,148 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿3,148
฿3,526 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,561 reviews)
Good nights stay.
"Check in staff was very friendly and helpful. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was mostly good. Wasn’t crazy about the potato cakes but biscuits and gravy was good. Had fresh fruit as an option. Bagels and pastry if you wanted that. Eggs were ok. Orange juice was really good. Check out was easy. Would ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 out of 5
1000 Lady Street, Columbia, SC
The price is ฿3,741 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿3,741
฿4,274 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,071 reviews)
THE ABSOLUTE BEST HOTEL
"This was by far the BEST hotel that I have ever stayed at. Coming from the State of Maryland I was unsure of how I would like the hotel! It well exceeded my expectations!! This will be where I stay whenever I come to South Carolina"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
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Other neighbourhoods around Shandon

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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 Township Auditorium and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens.

Old Shandon
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Five Points

The bars and live music are a few reasons travellers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House are a few top sights nearby.

Five Points
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Melrose Heights

When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Township Auditorium and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Melrose Heights
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Lyon Street

While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lyon Street
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University Hill

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

University Hill
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Waverly

Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens.

Waverly

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