Old Shandon, SC
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 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 Museum of Art
Bring kids to this fun gallery with a focus on medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art and fascinating traveling exhibits.
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.
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
Walk around the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Beers, Bites & Markets Walking Tour
Old Shandon Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
The staff was friendly and professional. I enjoyed my visit to this hotel
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia NE/Fort Jackson
It helps that the attendant knows me by face and always makes me feel welcomed and safe.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
Excellent
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson
Parking was good and a lot of space
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
The staff was super nice! It’s a good location to lots of stuff to
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, SC
Arrived late pm after long long day on the road. We were greeted immediately and in our rooms in less 20 min. Very professional and accommodating.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Old Shandon
Shandon
While Shandon 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 South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
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 Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens 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 Robert Mills Historic House and Park 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.
