Downtown Columbia, SC

Columbia

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University of South Carolina

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Walk around the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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Columbia, SC

Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour

$38
per adult
Capital City Heritage Walk Guided Tour
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Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour

$110
per adult
Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour
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Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
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The Lantern Hotel Columbia

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

4 out of 5
1001 Senate St Columbia SC
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Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 out of 5
1000 Lady Street Columbia SC
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Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3 out of 5
630 Assembly St Columbia SC
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Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4 out of 5
1619 Pendleton Street Columbia SC
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Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia

3.5 out of 5
1200 Hampton St Columbia SC
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The Vista

The Vista is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colonial Life Arena or Koger Center for the Arts.

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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.

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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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Eau Claire

Travelers like the parks in Eau Claire, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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St. Andrews

Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

Downtown Columbia, SC

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