Old Shandon
Columbia
Visit Old Shandon
Popular places to visit
Fort Jackson
After visiting Fort Jackson, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Why not meet the animals who call Riverbanks Zoo and Garden home during your holiday in Columbia? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
South Carolina State House
Inspect the many monuments and political symbols that decorate the grounds and majestic mansion of the state’s most important structure.
University of South Carolina
Explore the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Colonial Life Arena
Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Top hotels in Old Shandon
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Room was clean. Beds were comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
I really enjoyed our stay , beds were very comfortable we slept like babies. Very quiet place , staff was very helpful and kind.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG
Location
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
The hotel was unique from lobby to room. Exceptionally clean and a fun place to stay.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
None
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Room was spotless and very nice. I couldn’t hear anyone in the rooms around us. Staff was excellent, very friendly and helpful! There was no parking but valet took care of us!
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Shandon
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 Township Auditorium and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
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.
Melrose Heights
When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Wilson House.
University Hill
Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
