The Vista, 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.
Colonial Life Arena
Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Koger Center for the Arts
Get tickets for a show at Koger Center for the Arts, a theater with a story to tell in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
The Vista Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Shampoo and Soap were empty in the shower and the lotion on the countertop was already used. Pretty gross. Breakfast was subpar compared to most but overall wasn’t bad for a quick pit stop on a road trip. Wouldn’t return if staying more than 1 night.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Great atmosphere. Clean, great staff, great breakfast.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
The Lantern Columbia
Great place!
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Staff was friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. Property was secure, and within walking distance to several points of interest (USC, restaurants, the capital, etc.). There is a gym onsite, but no pool. I would stay here again, and recommend this hotel to family and friends.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
Property was clean. Breakfast was excellent. Just a little bit noisy with traffic passing by
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Aloft Columbia Downtown
Great breakfast.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026
Other neighborhoods around The Vista
Downtown Columbia
Travelers come to Downtown Columbia for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.
Arsenal Hill
Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Governor's Mansion or Richard Samuel Roberts House while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Waverly
While Waverly isn't home to many top sights, Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium 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 Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium.
