Title: University Hill Travel Guide: Best of University Hill, Columbia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in University Hill](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Hill-Columbia-Hotels.0-n6346758-0.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)[University Hill Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-University-Hill.d6346758.Car-Hire-Guide)[University Hill Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Hill.d6346758.Holidays-City-Breaks) # University Hill Travel Guide ## Columbia ## Visit University Hill 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) ![The view at the end of the canal trail from Columbia's Riverfront Park. It is a beautiful city park! For a video guide of the park and trail, please visit: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/riverfront-park-canal-trail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/764/46704b9e-296f-4aee-a53c-75dc6558f08f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Canal-And-Riverfront-Park-Downtown-Columbia.d553248621532657312.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-South-Carolina-Columbia.d6082687.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Metropolitan-Convention-Center-Downtown-Columbia.d6082691.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 £82 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 University Hill ![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 £129 16 Mar - 17 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews) Not your typical hotel.... Provides a unique localized feel.... borders the USC campus giving it a great location....stayed here with business colleagues and everyone enjoyed the experience Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=2515057&PinnedHotelID=2515057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6346758) ![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 £78 22 Mar - 23 Mar 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,990 reviews) Great location easy access to I26, with lots of restaurants nearby the mall as well. Very clean. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=1513707&PinnedHotelID=1513707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6346758) ![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 £72 15 Mar - 16 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 ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,026 reviews) The room was very comfortable and comfortable d Tiffney at the front desk was m very helpful Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=5038&PinnedHotelID=5038&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6346758) ![Sleep Inn Columbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/127000/126908/de238acf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sleep Inn Columbia 1901 Rockland Rd Columbia SC £68 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews) Nice and clean.. Great day staff. Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=126908&PinnedHotelID=126908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6346758) ![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/688700/688607/60336603_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG 211 Lanneau Ct Columbia SC £94 22 Mar - 23 Mar 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! (1,061 reviews) Breakfast was great. Nice variety of items. The lady taking care of the breakfast area kept the area clean and all the food items stocked. I think her name was Denise. The room smelled musty and a spritz of Lysol spray might help. Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=688607&PinnedHotelID=688607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6346758) ![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 £74 16 Mar - 17 Mar 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! 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Want to see more of the surrounding area? Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House are a few top sights nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Five-Points.dx6345280) ![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) ![Columbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532657318/5989ee06-b49b-4f3a-91d1-e171c671ed3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Downtown-Columbia.dx553248634698384142) ![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) ### 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 Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Old-Shandon.dx6346757) ![Downtown Columbia, South Carolina Panoramic Cityscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345175/ef77a799-c192-4e1d-9ecd-c1f9a08d5790.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-The-Vista.dx6345175) ![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) --- --- - [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) # University Hill 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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