The Vista Travel Guide
Columbia
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 Museum of Art
Bring kids to this fun gallery with a focus on medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art and fascinating traveling exhibits.
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.
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.
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Beers, Bites & Markets Walking Tour
Top hotels in The Vista
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Very clean
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Spotless room. Very courteous staff.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hilton Columbia Center
What stood out the most is the young lady at the front desk check-in, Chelsea! She was very informative, cheerful, and energetic; she seemed very happy and pleased to be at work! Thank you Chelsea for looking out for my best interest!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
This was a great choice and I would not hesitate to stay there again.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Aloft Columbia Downtown
Great
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Vista
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.
Arsenal Hill
Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Governor's Mansion or Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse while you're exploring the area.
University Hill
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.
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 Robert Mills Historic House and Park.
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.
