Claflin University Tours and Activities

Claflin University, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, was founded in 1869 by Alonzo Webster (1818-1887), a Vermont minister. Webster came to South Carolina to teach at the Baker Bible Institute in Charleston training African American ministers for the Methodist Episcopal Church (today the United Methodist Church). In 1869 he received a charter from the state of South Carolina to establish a college that would prepare freed slaves for the responsibilities of citizenship. The first charter banned discrimination among the faculty, staff and students, making the Academy the first South Carolina university open to all regardless of race. Nonetheless, all of the students at the Academy were African American.

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Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia NE - Ft Jackson Area by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia NE - Ft Jackson Area by IHG

3 out of 5
Price was CA $1,134, price is now CA $1,035 per person
CA $1,035
per person
Apr 26 - Apr 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Columbia (CAE)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
I’m very happy with everything and everyone thanks

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
Downtown Columbia
Price was CA $1,344, price is now CA $1,200 per person
CA $1,200
per person
Apr 26 - Apr 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) 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

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area

3 out of 5
Price was CA $1,251, price is now CA $1,129 per person
CA $1,129
per person
Apr 26 - Apr 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Columbia (CAE)
9/10 Wonderful! (796 reviews)
the property was in immaculate shape. The dark colors in the building were a little depressing but the kindness and good will by everyone associated with the property made for a great stay

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

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Columbia

Harry Hampton Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Harry Hampton Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Hopkins. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the coffeehouses.

Harry Hampton Visitor Center
Congaree National Park

Congaree National Park

While protecting southern hardwood forest for the enjoyment of future generations, this park also offers hiking, canoeing and interesting ranger-led activities.

Congaree National Park
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Santee National Wildlife Refuge

You can take time to visit Santee National Wildlife Refuge during your travels to Summerton. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Santee National Wildlife Refuge

Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center

Catch an event at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center during your trip to Orangeburg. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center

Edisto Memorial Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Edisto Memorial Gardens, a lovely green space in Orangeburg. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Edisto Memorial Gardens

Orangeburg County Fine Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Orangeburg County Fine Arts Center during your stay in Orangeburg. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Orangeburg County Fine Arts Center

Best Lodging Options Near Claflin University

Tru by Hilton Orangeburg

Tru by Hilton Orangeburg

2.5 out of 5
739 Citadel Road Orangeburg SC
Tru by Hilton Orangeburg
Orangeburg Inn & Suites

Orangeburg Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1415 John C Calhoun Dr Orangeburg SC
Orangeburg Inn & Suites
Super 8 by Wyndham, Orangeburg

Super 8 by Wyndham, Orangeburg

2 out of 5
3608 Saint Matthews Rd Orangeburg SC
Super 8 by Wyndham, Orangeburg
Spark by Hilton Orangeburg

Spark by Hilton Orangeburg

2.5 out of 5
731 Citadel Road Orangeburg SC
Spark by Hilton Orangeburg
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Orangeburg

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Orangeburg

3 out of 5
663 Citadel Road Orangeburg SC
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Orangeburg
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orangeburg

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orangeburg

2.5 out of 5
675 Citadel Rd Orangeburg SC
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orangeburg
Comfort Inn & Suites Orangeburg

Comfort Inn & Suites Orangeburg

2.5 out of 5
746 Citadel Rd Orangeburg SC
Comfort Inn & Suites Orangeburg
Travelodge by Wyndham Orangeburg

Travelodge by Wyndham Orangeburg

2 out of 5
3620 Saint Matthews Rd Orangeburg SC
Travelodge by Wyndham Orangeburg
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg by IHG

2.5 out of 5
118 Sleep Inn Road Orangeburg SC
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg by IHG
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