Five Points Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Five Points
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
Explore the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Williams Brice Stadium
Catch an event at Williams Brice Stadium during your trip to 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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Our pick of the best Five Points Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
"After a long drive from south Florida, we had a nice small dinner and it was good"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
"Overall clean and nice with a small free breakfast! However, the AC was a little strong, and the WiFi was spotty in our room."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"The breakfast was amazing and the location was perfect!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
"Our absolute fav in Columbia! Great pool, food, bar and people. Love the big window rooms. Clean and roomy."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
"Just had one cockroach when we first came in to the room"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Five Points
University Hill
Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Columbia Urban League and South Carolina State House might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Old Shandon
While Old Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Urban League and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium.
Shandon
While Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Urban League and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Columbia Urban League 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 Columbia Urban League, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
