Lake Carolina Travel Guide

Columbia

Popular places to visit

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

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.

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
South Carolina State House

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.

South Carolina State House

Harborside Circle Park

After visiting Harborside Circle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.

Harborside Circle Park

Lake Carolina

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Carolina during your travels in Columbia.

Lake Carolina

Sunset Park at Lake Carolina

After visiting Sunset Park at Lake Carolina, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.

Sunset Park at Lake Carolina

Woodleigh Green

After visiting Woodleigh Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.

Woodleigh Green

Things to do

Family photo with one of the awesome bald cypress trees in the park.

Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour

£81
per adult
Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour
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Top hotels in Lake Carolina

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

3 out of 5
434 Columbiana Dr, Columbia, SC
The price is £77 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£77
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,677 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

3 out of 5
7333 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC
The price is £62 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£62
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Williams Brice Stadium and Colonial ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"My rooms was very clean and the staff was very friendly they had some maintenance going on which caused some delay but the staff was very understandable and didn’t charge extra, i can definitely see the vision for when the maintenance and upgrades are finished. only thing I didn’t like was the area ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street, Building 2, Columbia, SC
The price is £84 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£84
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews)
"Lilly at the front desk is the best!!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson

2.5 out of 5
1539 Horseshoe Dr, Columbia, SC
The price is £72 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£72
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,176 reviews)
"L'edife est très vieux. Il a été renové, mais ips n'ont pas changé les elements de la salle de bain. Il s'agit d'une renovation éconimique. Bref, pour le prix, c'est décevant. Sirtout à cause de la propreté de la salle de bain. Egalement, le robinet fait un bruit infernal lorsqu'on l'ouvre."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson

3 out of 5
1538 Horseshoe Drive, Columbia, SC
The price is £80 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£80
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,561 reviews)
Good nights stay.
"Check in staff was very friendly and helpful. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was mostly good. Wasn’t crazy about the potato cakes but biscuits and gravy was good. Had fresh fruit as an option. Bagels and pastry if you wanted that. Eggs were ok. Orange juice was really good. Check out was easy. Would ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 out of 5
1000 Lady Street, Columbia, SC
The price is £98 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£98
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,078 reviews)
"Loved this hotel! It will be our go to for the next 4 years as our son attends USC!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake Carolina

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Rose Creek

While Rose Creek may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like North Springs Lake and Village at Sandhill Mall.

Rose Creek
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Colonial Heights

Colonial Heights might not have many top sights, but Segra Park and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Colonial Heights
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Pinehurst

While Pinehurst isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pinehurst
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Melrose Heights

When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Township Auditorium and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Melrose Heights
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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.

Lyon Street
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Waverly

Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens.

Waverly

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