Downtown Columbia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Columbia
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 theatre 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 theatre 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.
Activities
Bucharest Small Group Beers, Bites & Markets Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Columbia Hotel Deals
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
The Tru brand is not to my liking. Small rooms with no carpeting or closets or drawers with a tiny workspace. That said this property is well run and maintained. Parking fees are extra and charged by a third party.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Heavenly and Gloria took good care of us and kept our room tidy. Heavenly was working in room next door and I was cold in the room and wanted to sit on couch…she left and got me a spare blanket to use. She went above and beyond for me and it was appreciated
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
This property was so nice. Pristine. Less than a 15 minute walk to the Colonial Life Arena for a show. Staff was super helpful and friendly. We'll def stay here again.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Marriott Columbia
great location, friendly staff, clean hotel, comfy rooms
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Good breakfast Easy parking
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG
Room was clean AC worked parking was convenient
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Columbia
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.
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 Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.
