Title: Lake Carolina Travel Guide: Best of Lake Carolina, Columbia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lake Carolina](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Carolina-Columbia-Hotels.0-n553248635976478007-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Columbia](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Columbia.d764.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Columbia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Columbia.d764.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Lake Carolina Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lake-Carolina.d553248635976478007.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lake Carolina Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Carolina.d553248635976478007.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lake Carolina Travel Guide ## Columbia ![Lake murray south carolina coast near columbia city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976421810/63976abe-57bb-424c-b223-848c07590296.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake murray south carolina coast near columbia city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976421810/63976abe-57bb-424c-b223-848c07590296.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lake Carolina Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Columbia travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia.dx764) --- ### Popular places to visit ![South Carolina Midlands featuring a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057938/2ddeb1a4-c92a-48ad-8b20-07f4aa5c89bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Jackson-Columbia.d6145263.Attraction) ![Animals in the zoo. Wild African animals in a summer forest on a sunny day. Outdoor activities with children. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbia, South Carolina, USA. American flamingos in the zoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082673/ab3425f0-7f32-4cc8-8563-e91db4581d1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riverbanks-Zoo-And-Garden-Columbia.d6082673.Attraction) ![South Carolina State House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082681/4efca34f-5130-4307-8d64-c467e4ac2eea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Carolina-State-House-Downtown-Columbia.d6082681.Attraction) #### Harborside Circle Park After visiting Harborside Circle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harborside-Circle-Park-Lake-Carolina.d911207584602869760.Attraction) #### Lake Carolina Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Carolina during your travels in Columbia. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Carolina-Lake-Carolina.d911208694562512896.Attraction) #### Chimney Park Chimney Park is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chimney-Park-Lake-Carolina.d911210041877811200.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Family photo with one of the awesome bald cypress trees in the park.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50023681/a59493af-02c5-4305-881d-269253cfc2ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour £80 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-congaree-national-park-kayak-tour.a50023681.activity-details) [See all activities in Columbia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Columbia.d764.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Lake Carolina ![Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1520000/1513800/1513707/f8933df9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison 434 Columbiana Dr Columbia SC £74 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,958 reviews) Great room and excellent staff. I was very thankful that Courtney kindly facilitated the return of an item I left behind :) Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=1513707&PinnedHotelID=1513707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478007) ![La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5100/5038/e9b1ea9e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson 7333 Garners Ferry Rd Columbia SC £69 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Millwood Plantation Ruins and Palmetto ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,017 reviews) Great room Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=5038&PinnedHotelID=5038&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478007) ![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/688700/688607/805d082b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG 211 Lanneau Ct Columbia SC £76 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,033 reviews) Latoya at the front desk was very helpful to us with places to eat. She has a very welcoming smile. Very clean rooms and breakfast area. Pat keeps a very clean breakfast area and is very friendly. Breakfast pancakes are a favorite. Adranna check us out when we left and we told her we would be back ... Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=688607&PinnedHotelID=688607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478007) ![Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2520000/2515100/2515057/22f12a1f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC 1619 Pendleton Street Columbia SC £123 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=2515057&PinnedHotelID=2515057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478007) ![Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77820000/77814700/77814689/e6cbdb45_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson 1539 Horseshoe Dr Columbia SC £69 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,399 reviews) Danyell at the front desk was very welcoming, and went over and beyond to make sure that our stay was comfortable. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=77814689&PinnedHotelID=77814689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478007) ![ La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43600/43541/ebebcc50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson 1538 Horseshoe Drive Columbia SC £71 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,856 reviews) Clean rooms, close to Fort Jackson, friendly staff. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=43541&PinnedHotelID=43541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478007) [See all 895 properties in Lake Carolina](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976478007) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Rose-Creek.dx553248635975855605) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Colonial Heights Colonial Heights might not have many top sights, but Segra Park and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Colonial-Heights.dx896347074923278336) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pinehurst While Pinehurst isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Pinehurst.dx896346174504779776) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Melrose Heights When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Melrose-Heights.dx896347640074293248) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lyon Street While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Lyon-Street.dx896347438500220928) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Waverly.dx6346761) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Lake Carolina Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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