Arsenal Hill Travel Guide
Columbia
Visit Arsenal Hill
Popular places to visit
Finlay Park
Play sports with your kids in this scenic park, wander along the woodland paths and see the extraordinary fountain and cascades.
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.
Governor's Mansion
You can find out about the history of Columbia with a stop at Governor's Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Saint Peter's Catholic Church
Saint Peter's Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Top hotels in Arsenal Hill
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Half a roll of toilet paper in room on arrival, front desk wouldn't provide. We were told to find housekeeping to get one roll. Breakfast was out of milk, juice, syrup and oatmeal. Fitness room was old and outdated equipment. Not all TVs worked. Hotel needed to be cleaned better all over. Would not ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Hotel area was quiet. Room was comfortable. Lots of food options nearby.
Reviewed on 11 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
Excelent service
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Staff were friendly, rooms were clean, pretty easy to get by and lots of stores around. Wished the shower pressure was stronger in the bathroom. Would visit again
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
None
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arsenal Hill
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.
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.
Earlewood
Travellers like the parks in Earlewood, and Imara Woman is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
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.
