What to do in Columbia, SC

Activities, attractions and tours
Robert Mills Historic House and Park

Columbia Attractions

Perpetually prepared for an eye-opening adventure and inventive ways to get your kicks, you're prepared to check out a new city like the expert traveller you are. You're keen to set course in a different direction. It's not difficult to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Canada makes it easy to book lots of things to do. Reserve your activities now, and the only thing left to do is pack your suitcase and get excited. Next stop: Columbia!

  • Book your favourite tour on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have enough cash for a fancy hotel or luxurious meal while you're in town. The activities in Columbia are not only among the best, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 7 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just CA $14 .
  • Columbia is popular among travellers similar to yourself. In fact, many travellers have been visiting to check out local hot spots and participate in the best activities, and a good portion of them can't wait to come back. The top activities can get the enthusiasm of even seasoned travellers, and one look at our list explains why. Our list includes a wide array of historically based excursions and opportunities for excitement. With Private 4x4: Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) that makes venturing around town a snap, there is a huge selection of active options to choose from when you check out the top-quality tours and excursions here at Expedia Canada.

Our activities are the ideal way to organize your trip. You'll want some planning to make the most of a trip to Columbia, especially when you intend to pack in a lot of exciting activities. And we can tell you don't plan to sleep all day—you are excited to get out and have an adventure. You look forward to checking off the top activities around, and an afternoon walking through charming neighbourhoods is what you love best. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Canada, and you may find all that you are seeking and more.


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Columbia

Downtown Columbia

Travelers come to Downtown Columbia for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.

Downtown Columbia
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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 State Fairgrounds and Williams Brice Stadium.

Rosewood
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University Hill

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University Hill is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium.

University Hill
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Shandon

While Shandon might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Township Auditorium and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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Lake Carolina

While Lake Carolina isn't home to many top sights, Village at Sandhill Mall and Plex Indoor Sports are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lake Carolina
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Arsenal Hill

Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Governor's Mansion or Richard Samuel Roberts House while you're exploring the area.

Arsenal Hill

Day trip destinations from Columbia