Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Tours and Activities

Animals in the zoo. Wild African animals in a summer forest on a sunny day. Outdoor activities with children. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbia, South Carolina, USA. American flamingos in the zoo
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG

2.5 out of 5
Price was CA $1,721, price is now CA $1,404 per person
CA $1,404
per person
May 1 - May 8
found 2 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Columbia (CAE)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,054 reviews)
Breakfast was great. Nice variety of items. The lady taking care of the breakfast area kept the area clean and all the food items stocked. I think her name was Denise. The room smelled musty and a spritz of Lysol spray might help.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

2.5 out of 5
Downtown Columbia
Price was CA $2,672, price is now CA $2,150 per person
CA $2,150
per person
May 1 - May 8
found 2 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Columbia (CAE)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Kitchen was clean and food was good

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
Downtown Columbia
Price was CA $2,623, price is now CA $2,119 per person
CA $2,119
per person
May 1 - May 8
found 2 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Columbia (CAE)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
The staff was very nice and helpful, especially Emilia! Would definitely recommend this place!

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

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Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park

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Explore the great outdoors at Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
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Finlay Park

Play sports with your kids in this scenic park, wander along the woodland paths and see the extraordinary fountain and cascades.

Finlay Park

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Riverbanks Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in West Columbia. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its bars.

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

Randolph Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at Randolph Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

Randolph Cemetery

Columbia Marionette Theater

Get tickets for a show at Columbia Marionette Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Columbia Marionette Theater

Workshop Theatre

Enjoy a show at Workshop Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Workshop Theatre

Best Lodging Options Near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126

2.5 out of 5
450 Gracern Road Columbia SC
Extended Stay America Suites Columbia West Interstate 126
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

2.5 out of 5
185 Stoneridge Drive Columbia SC
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
819 Gervais Street Columbia SC
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone

2.5 out of 5
180 Stoneridge Dr Columbia SC
Extended Stay America Suites Columbia Greystone
Sleep Inn Columbia

Sleep Inn Columbia

2.5 out of 5
1901 Rockland Rd Columbia SC
Sleep Inn Columbia
Spacious 4-bed home with king suites, near Riverbanks Zoo and downtown Columbia.

Spacious 4-bed home with king suites, near Riverbanks Zoo and downtown Columbia.

West Columbia SC
Spacious 4-bed home with king suites, near Riverbanks Zoo and downtown Columbia.
Stylish Updated Retreat Overlooking the Saluda River

Stylish Updated Retreat Overlooking the Saluda River

West Columbia SC
Stylish Updated Retreat Overlooking the Saluda River
Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River

Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River

West Columbia SC
Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River
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