Shandon
Columbia
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
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of South Carolina, during your travels in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Why not meet the animals who call Riverbanks Zoo and Garden home during your trip to 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.
South Carolina State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to South Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Colonial Life Arena
Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Shandon
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"My stay was very comfortable and I was able to relax and enjoy myself. Everyone was very helpful and the property is very clean. Rooms are very nice and clean. Food was good . The eggs could be scrambled instead of frozen round eggs. But I will be visiting again😊"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"Excellent stay!"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"Unfortunately our room was sub par as far as cleanliness. I told the front desk after checking in that the toilet seemed dirty with some type of residue on the base and floor. Although they apologized nothing was done . The next morning checking out I mentioned it again and said no one followed thru ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
"Loves the property"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"Wasn’t told that parking is $20/day until I checked in. Rooms was not clean. However staff were friendly"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shandon
Old Shandon
Though Old Shandon might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Columbia Urban League and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travelers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium are a few top sights nearby.
Melrose Heights
While Melrose Heights isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Columbia Urban League 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 Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Columbia Urban League.
Waverly
While Waverly isn't home to many top sights, Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.
University Hill
University Hill is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Columbia Urban League and South Carolina State House.
