Title: Eau Claire Travel Guide: Best of Eau Claire, Columbia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Eau Claire](https://expedia.co.uk/Eau-Claire-Columbia-Hotels.0-n6344268-0.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)[Eau Claire Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Eau-Claire.d6344268.Car-Hire-Guide)[Eau Claire Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Eau-Claire.d6344268.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Eau Claire Travel Guide ## Columbia ![Main Street Skyline Aerial in Greenville South Carolina SC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344268/ce52ccef-a5b1-41fb-b2d8-f334952d2d34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Main Street Skyline Aerial in Greenville South Carolina SC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344268/ce52ccef-a5b1-41fb-b2d8-f334952d2d34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Just a cool place to be outside and walk along the river! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/764/6e95eaab-1491-40b4-957e-cf8959abda79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Found a great (new to me) coffee house in Columbia, SC, ... Curiosity has excellent espresso and coffees. This small place also has a very good selection of wines as it’s alter ego is “Vino Garage”. Several comfortable tables, smooth jazz in the background. Glad to have found it. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/764/50016879-19d0-48da-a75d-794f845ba1fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Eau Claire 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) #### NOMA Bark Park After visiting NOMA Bark Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/NOMA-Bark-Park-Earlewood.d906188685241131008.Attraction) #### Randolph Cemetery Enjoy a stop at Randolph Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Randolph-Cemetery-Downtown-Columbia.d658955100382265344.Attraction) #### Imara Woman Learn about the local history of Columbia when you spend time at Imara Woman. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Imara-Woman-Earlewood.d658954591032479744.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 Eau Claire ![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 1 Mar - 2 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 ... 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=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1513707&PinnedHotelID=1513707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6344268) ![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 £64 8 Mar - 9 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=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=5038&PinnedHotelID=5038&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6344268) ![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! (1,023 reviews) Room was very clean. Staff was great Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=688607&PinnedHotelID=688607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6344268) ![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 £121 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=6344268) ![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 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 ... 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=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=77814689&PinnedHotelID=77814689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6344268) ![Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76599300/76599223/e2b9c83a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista 1000 Lady Street Columbia SC £98 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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! (1,185 reviews) Easy, front desk staff was friendly and very welcoming. Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=76599223&PinnedHotelID=76599223&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6344268) [See all 1,025 properties in Eau Claire](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6344268) 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-Earlewood.dx6346762) ![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) ![Finley Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082683/2aff7ddd-f8e0-48b2-a55a-6ffc93cac050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arsenal Hill Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Governor's Mansion or Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Arsenal-Hill.dx6346756) ![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) ### St. Andrews St. Andrews is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews.dx553248634999240337) ![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) ![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) --- --- - [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) # Eau Claire 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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