University Hill
Columbia
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Popular places to visit
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.
Columbia Museum of Art
Bring kids to this fun gallery with a focus on medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art and fascinating traveling exhibits.
Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Beers, Bites & Markets Walking Tour
Top hotels in University Hill
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Every staff member was friendly and helpful. There are lots of cool old charm features from the original property.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Room was clean and staff was friendly
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson
Great staff
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
The front desk staff was friendly and helpful. Danny helped make my check in smooth and fast.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Fast service and great perks!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
All great! Staff helpful and friendly. Our bathroom shower floor wasn’t great. My husband knows plumbing and it needs an update. Not installed properly
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Hill
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.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Robert Mills Historic House and Park.
Downtown Columbia
Downtown Columbia is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.
Old Shandon
While Old 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 House.
The Vista
The Vista is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Colonial Life Arena and Koger Center for the Arts while in the 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.
