Downtown Columbia

Columbia

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University of South Carolina

9.0/10 (2,467 reviews)
Walk around the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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Things to do

Columbia, SC

Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour

P2,344
per adult
Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

P816
per traveler
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Columbia, SC

Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour

P2,350
per adult
Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Columbia

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is P6,285 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
P6,285
P7,039 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and ...
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle

3 out of 5
1224 Taylor Street Columbia SC
The price is P10,617 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P10,617
P11,891 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Was unaware that I would be charged an additional fee for parking."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Hotel Trundle
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 P7,991 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
P7,991
P8,950 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3 out of 5
630 Assembly St Columbia SC
The price is P8,490 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
P8,490
P9,509 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4 out of 5
1619 Pendleton Street Columbia SC
The price is P9,091 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P9,091
P10,363 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"I loved the unique decor."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
819 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is P8,732 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P8,732
P9,780 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
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Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

Find the best Downtown Columbia areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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The Vista

The Vista is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colonial Life Arena or Koger Center for the Arts.

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Rosewood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina Military Museum and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.

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Shandon

While Shandon might 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 South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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St. Andrews

Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

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