Title: South Carolina State House in Downtown Columbia - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [South Carolina State House Hotels](https://expedia.ca/South-Carolina-State-House-Hotels.0-l6082681-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[South Carolina State House Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-South-Carolina-State-House.d6082681.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Columbia Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Columbia.d553248634698384142.Destination-Travel-Guides) # South Carolina State House Tours and Activities ![South Carolina State House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184008-State-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Carolina State House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/183000/183996-State-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Carolina State House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184000-State-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Carolina State House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184009-State-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Carolina State House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184004-State-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South Carolina State House Activities --- --- #### Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure. South Carolina State House is the iconic nucleus around which the city of Columbia spreads. A maze of bending paths carves through a pleasant area of trees and grassy patches around the large structure, which contains the government of South Carolina. Peruse the works of art and portraits of important people in the majestic halls of the complex. Arrive in the pleasant plaza outside the mansion and admire the imposing Corinthian columns, layers of steps and large pediment that mark its frontage. The structure, which has a Greek-revival design, dates back to the 1850s, but was not fully completed until 1907\. See the impact marks of cannon fire from Union forces. Take a self-guided tour of the house using a brochure from the Columbia Regional Visitors Center. Docents provide guided tours with information about the comprehensive context behind the chambers and furnishings. Watch a video presentation about the state’s rich history. Peruse the souvenirs, historical relics and other items available at the gift shop. Learn about the troubled and controversial history of South Carolina and the Confederacy through the many sculptures and tributes around the grounds. Look at the large African-American Monument in the gardens on the eastern side of the house. The Confederate Monument hoisted the Confederate battle flag until 2015, when it was removed by state bill. Inspect the other statues that pay tribute to George Washington, Confederate women, war generals and other historical figures. Find out about the importance of the building to the state’s politics. It is the seat of the government and holds the House and Senate chambers and the governor’s office. Visit the building Monday through Friday from morning until late afternoon. Free guided tours are available during opening hours. Take a bus to one of the stops surrounding South Carolina State House, which marks the central point of the city. Many intriguing sights are in this district, including the Koger Center for the Arts, the University of South Carolina and the Supreme Court of South Carolina. Park your car across the street for a small hourly fee. ## Plan a trip to see South Carolina State House Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Sleep Inn Columbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/127000/126908/de238acf_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Sleep Inn Columbia Seven Oaks CA $1,027 per person Jan 11 - Jan 18 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YTO) to Columbia (CAE) 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Room was very clean, quiet floor great area and amenities. 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