Things to do in Columbia

Activities, attractions and tours

South Carolina State House which includes a park, heritage architecture and a sunset
Robert Mills Historic House and Park which includes heritage elements, a garden and a house
Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens showing a garden, heritage elements and a house
Columbia which includes a church or cathedral, heritage elements and a park
Columbia showing a sunset, forests and signage

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What to do in Columbia


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Downtown Columbia

Downtown Columbia is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to South Carolina State House and Trinity Episcopal Cathedral while you're in town.

Downtown Columbia
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The Vista

The Vista is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Colonial Life Arena and South Carolina State House while in the area.

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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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Shandon

While Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium.

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University Hill

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Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Trinity Episcopal Cathedral and South Carolina State House might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

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Five Points

The bars and live music are a few reasons travellers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House are a few top sights nearby.

Five Points