University Hill Travel Guide
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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.
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 University Hill
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
"Very nice hotel and location"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"Look I’m a bit picky about my hotels. And this place was great. The staff were amazing. The room was excellent, and the pool was nice and warm. It’s in a really nice part of Columbia too. 10/10 would recommend, and if I come back, I’m staying again."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"wonderful stay. very nice space."
Reviewed on 19 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
"Clean & comfortable, very quiet even though fully booked, excellent breakfast choices, fresh, well stocked and great choices for everyone’s taste"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"Room as clean and comfortable. Recently updated. Conveniently located to USC."
Reviewed on 18 May 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? Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium 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 Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium.
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 Columbia Urban League and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
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, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Columbia Urban League are some notable places to visit nearby.
