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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
The Vista Hotel Deals
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
"Beautiful property and rooms, Bar/Restaurant was excellent with complementary wine/beer and appetizers our second night for a special event they were having with guests invited, Staff was very friendly with helpful information on area sites. Breakfast was amazing with a wide array of items to choose ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
"A consistently good operation in an excellent location."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
"Wish there was a pool. But other than that everything was okay"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
The Lantern Columbia
"Great service….clean rooms!!"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
"Everything was well organized and especially Ms Debora who greet us every morning during breakfast very beautiful woman can’t wait to visit again"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Hilton Columbia Center
"The junior suite was dark and dreary it needs some updating that includes the bathroom. The pictured suite online is bright and spacious not like the actual room 432."
Reviewed on May 16, 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 Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse 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 Columbia Urban League 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? Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium are a few top sights nearby.
Waverly
While Waverly isn't home to many top sights, Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium 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 Columbia Urban League.
