Downtown Columbia
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Popular places to visit
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 theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Columbia Museum of Art
Bring kids to this fun gallery with a focus on medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art and fascinating traveling exhibits.
Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens
Tour the premises and learn about the aristocratic residents who lived in this impressive mansion with a restored landscape garden.
Founders Park
Catch an event at Founders Park during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
Marvel at the stunning architecture and stained glass and examine the Civil War graves in this remarkable sanctuary in Columbia.
Top hotels in Downtown Columbia
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025
Moxy Columbia Downtown
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Columbia
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.
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
University Hill is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium.
Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travelers 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
While Waverly isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street 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 Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.