Old Shandon
Columbia
Visit Old Shandon
Popular places to visit
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.
Columbia Museum of Art
Bring kids to this fun gallery with a focus on medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art and fascinating traveling exhibits.
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.
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.
Colonial Life Arena
Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Beers, Bites & Markets Walking Tour
Top hotels in Old Shandon
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Nice property, clean room.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson
“Free” breakfast was overpriced. Simple stuff (like no salt & pepper, not to mention other missing items, like a meat offering in the chafing dish next to the scrambled eggs). Not like dish was dirty because it had been emptied. Looked like nothing had ever been in it yet, at 7:45 AM (opened at 6:30). ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
Room was very clean, we had fresh towels everyday. I didn’t give five stars because I couldn’t find one banana or orange, or apple for breakfast. Everything else was super.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson
My one complain is that the shower head was faced towards the wall but our stay there was enjoyable! The staff there were so awesome. The friendliest service ever. I will definitely be staying there again.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Breakfast was good and hotel felt modernized!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
A bit pricey but nice rooms
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Shandon
Shandon
While Shandon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Township Auditorium and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
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.
Melrose Heights
When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Ponder Fine Arts Gallery.
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.
