Lake Carolina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
Harborside Circle Park
After visiting Harborside Circle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.
Lake Carolina
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Carolina during your travels in Columbia.
Chimney Park
Chimney Park is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Activities
Our pick of the best Lake Carolina Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Great room and excellent staff. I was very thankful that Courtney kindly facilitated the return of an item I left behind :)
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Great room
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG
The young lady that checked us in was very sweet, kind and courtesy. The breakfast this morning was the perfect temperature and it was delicious! They had a great selection and variety to choose from. While turning in my room keys at check out I told the front desk clerk.... The stay was great, food ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Staff were friendly, rooms were clean, pretty easy to get by and lots of stores around. Wished the shower pressure was stronger in the bathroom. Would visit again
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
Danyell at the front desk was very welcoming, and went over and beyond to make sure that our stay was comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Easy, front desk staff was friendly and very welcoming.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lake Carolina
Rose Creek
While Rose Creek may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like North Springs Lake and Village at Sandhill Mall.
Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights might not have many top sights, but Segra Park and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pinehurst
While Pinehurst isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Melrose Heights
When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
