University Hill Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Top hotels in University Hill
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Loved our stay .
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Didnt have breakfast, was not complimentary. Staff were friendly, comfortable beds, laundry facilities and pool area nice
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
All good
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Left early didn’t take breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
Beth ably assisted our later in the evening check in 5 stars for courtesy and information she provided. Lobby, room and dining area were very clean. Room and hallway carpet looked new - great. Bed was very comfortable. Bʻfast was typical continental breakfast with edition of self made waffles. Recommend ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Hill
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.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Wilson House.
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.
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 Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital and Township Auditorium.
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.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital are some notable places to visit nearby.
