Shandon, SC
Columbia
Popular places to visit
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.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Why not meet the animals who call Riverbanks Zoo and Garden home during your trip to 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 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 theater scene or attend a sporting event.
University of South Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of South Carolina, during your travels in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Williams Brice Stadium
Catch an event at Williams Brice Stadium during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Shandon Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Very clean hotel, staff were all very friendly, the kids enjoyed the pool, there’s a nice sitting area outside to relax and enjoy the amazing weather. My only complaint is that there is an up charge for everything, Breakfast is 20$ per person, there were 2 bottles of water in the room each with a ...
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Enjoyed my stay over the last week. Professionalism and cleanliness at this hotel were Outstanding!!! Highly recommend definately would re-book
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd by IHG
Excellent
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
The staff was friendly. The breakfast was okay. The king suite was great. It had a living room & bedroom with doors in between. Clean, quiet updated room.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Staff was very pleasant & rooms great as always
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Bar prices are outrageous. Why does a martini cost $24. A lot of price increases since Hilton took over.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Shandon
Old Shandon
Though Old Shandon might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House.
Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travelers 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
While Melrose Heights isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street might 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 Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
Waverly
While Waverly isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Wilson House are some notable places to visit nearby.
University Hill
University Hill is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium.
