Downtown Columbia

Columbia

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University of South Carolina

9.0/10 (2,467 reviews)
Walk around the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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Things to do

Columbia, SC

Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour

CA $53
per adult
Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

CA $18
per traveller
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Family photo with one of the awesome bald cypress trees in the park.

Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour

CA $155
per adult
Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour
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Downtown Columbia Hotel Deals

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is CA $136 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
CA $136
CA $153 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (967 reviews)
"Very clean including bathroom. No microwave but very cozy! I love it! And breakfast was great as well! Staff could be a little more cheerful but ok."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2026

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3 out of 5
630 Assembly St Columbia SC
The price is CA $141 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
CA $141
CA $158 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Hotel Trundle

Hotel Trundle

3 out of 5
1224 Taylor Street Columbia SC
The price is CA $236 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
CA $236
CA $264 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Hotel Trundle
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 out of 5
1000 Lady Street Columbia SC
The price is CA $144 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
CA $144
CA $162 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4 out of 5
1619 Pendleton Street Columbia SC
The price is CA $194 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
CA $194
CA $221 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel has a cozy, inviting ambiance."

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2026

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
819 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is CA $180 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
CA $180
CA $202 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
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Where to stay in Downtown Columbia

Find the best Downtown Columbia areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Columbia
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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.
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Rosewood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina Military Museum and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
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Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.
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St. Andrews

Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.
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Eau Claire

Travelers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Imara Woman is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Downtown Columbia

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