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1. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc

2. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

3. Marriott Columbia

4. Holiday Inn Express Columbia Ne - Fort Jackson By Ihg

5. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd By Ihg

7. Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson

8. Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Columbia

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg By Ihg

10. Comfort Inn Blythewood - North Columbia

Columbia Luxury Hotels on The Beach

  • Guest favorite
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc

110 Mcswain Drive
6.9 km (4.3 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Saltwater pool

Situated around 15 minutes' drive from the Columbia Museum of Art, the hotel also gives access to such sports venues as the Colonial Life Arena, which is around 20 minutes' drive away. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is in proximity to the Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc, and Columbia Metropolitan airport is 5 km away.

Families travelling to Columbia will enjoy being 3.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden.

Entertainment options such as wedding services are available onsite. A fitness club at the property provides opportunities for guests to attend fitness classes.

8.7
448 reviews
~ US$149 / night

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc

6.9 km (4.3 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Saltwater pool

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc

Situated around 15 minutes' drive from the Columbia Museum of Art, the hotel also gives access to such sports venues as the Colonial Life Arena, which is around 20 minutes' drive away. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is in proximity to the Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc, and Columbia Metropolitan airport is 5 km away.

Families travelling to Columbia will enjoy being 3.4 km from Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden.

Entertainment options such as wedding services are available onsite. A fitness club at the property provides opportunities for guests to attend fitness classes.

8.7
448 reviews
From US$ 149 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

434 Columbiana Drive
15.3 km (9.5 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

Attractions within 10 minutes' drive of the hotel include Harbison State Forest.

The Hilton Garden Inn Harbison is also 4.1 km from Seven Oaks Park.

Active guests will enjoy a swimming pool, a fitness centre provided on site.

8.5
288 reviews
~ US$109 / night

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

15.3 km (9.5 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Attractions within 10 minutes' drive of the hotel include Harbison State Forest.

The Hilton Garden Inn Harbison is also 4.1 km from Seven Oaks Park.

Active guests will enjoy a swimming pool, a fitness centre provided on site.

8.5
288 reviews
From US$ 109 / night
  • Top location
Marriott Columbia Marriott Columbia

Marriott Columbia

1200 Hampton Street
0.6 km (0.4 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 14 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

The Smithsonian-affiliated South Carolina State Museum is just near the hotel, while Tunnel Vision Mural and Columbia Museum of Art are both nearby.

Colonial Life Arena lies just 1.5 km from the property.

A swimming pool is on-site at the Marriott Columbia. The property offers guests the chance to participate in fitness classes held in a 24-hour fitness center.

8.5
102 reviews
~ US$136 / night

Marriott Columbia

0.6 km (0.4 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 14 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Marriott Columbia

The Smithsonian-affiliated South Carolina State Museum is just near the hotel, while Tunnel Vision Mural and Columbia Museum of Art are both nearby.

Colonial Life Arena lies just 1.5 km from the property.

A swimming pool is on-site at the Marriott Columbia. The property offers guests the chance to participate in fitness classes held in a 24-hour fitness center.

8.5
102 reviews
From US$ 136 / night
  • Popular choice
Holiday Inn Express Columbia Ne - Fort Jackson By Ihg Holiday Inn Express Columbia Ne - Fort Jackson By Ihg

Holiday Inn Express Columbia Ne - Fort Jackson By Ihg

8300 Two Notch Road
12.9 km (8.0 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Staying in business area of Columbia, guests can easily reach Jackson Creek Baptist Church, which is merely 500 metres away. The Holiday Inn Express Columbia offers location within 25 minutes' walk of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

This Columbia hotel stands 3.8 km from Tree of Life Congregation Reform Synagogue, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.

The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness room.

7.9
549 reviews
~ US$131 / night

Holiday Inn Express Columbia Ne - Fort Jackson By Ihg

12.9 km (8.0 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Holiday Inn Express Columbia Ne - Fort Jackson By Ihg

Staying in business area of Columbia, guests can easily reach Jackson Creek Baptist Church, which is merely 500 metres away. The Holiday Inn Express Columbia offers location within 25 minutes' walk of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

This Columbia hotel stands 3.8 km from Tree of Life Congregation Reform Synagogue, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.

The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness room.

7.9
549 reviews
From US$ 131 / night
  • Best-rated
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast

8910 Farrow Road
14.0 km (8.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Terrace

The inn is 4.6 km from the historic Sesquicentennial State Park.

The nearby notable religious buildings include Sandhills Community Church, about 15 minutes by car from this 3-star hotel.

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast offers a fitness centre, a swimming pool, a picnic area, and a golf course to diversify your leisure.

9
145 reviews
~ US$152 / night

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast

14.0 km (8.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Terrace

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast

The inn is 4.6 km from the historic Sesquicentennial State Park.

The nearby notable religious buildings include Sandhills Community Church, about 15 minutes by car from this 3-star hotel.

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast offers a fitness centre, a swimming pool, a picnic area, and a golf course to diversify your leisure.

9
145 reviews
From US$ 152 / night
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd By Ihg Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd By Ihg

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd By Ihg

211 Lanneau Court
14.2 km (8.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laundry
  • Fitness centre

Located within a 500-metre distance of Fashion's Night Out, the comfortable hotel is a 6-minute walk from Frankie's Fun Park. This accommodation in Columbia is in the vicinity of AMC Classic Harbison 14.

Guests will also enjoy location near a lake. St Andrews Park is a 10-minute ride away.

In order to promote physical wellness, this 2-star hotel offers a fitness area where guests can participate in fitness classes. Business travellers will appreciate such conveniences as a photocopy machine and a desk, along with access to meeting rooms.

8.4
87 reviews
~ US$119 / night

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd By Ihg

14.2 km (8.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laundry
  • Fitness centre

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd By Ihg

Located within a 500-metre distance of Fashion's Night Out, the comfortable hotel is a 6-minute walk from Frankie's Fun Park. This accommodation in Columbia is in the vicinity of AMC Classic Harbison 14.

Guests will also enjoy location near a lake. St Andrews Park is a 10-minute ride away.

In order to promote physical wellness, this 2-star hotel offers a fitness area where guests can participate in fitness classes. Business travellers will appreciate such conveniences as a photocopy machine and a desk, along with access to meeting rooms.

8.4
87 reviews
From US$ 119 / night
Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson

Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson

31 Berkshire Drive
12.2 km (7.6 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machines

The hotel is nestled 3.5 km from the historic Sesquicentennial State Park and 3.1 km from Forest Lake Park. Fort Jackson is also located 15 minutes' drive from the property.

The Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Palmetto Falls Water Park 7 km away.

There is a gym at this Columbia hotel.

6.8
452 reviews
~ US$179 / night

Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson

12.2 km (7.6 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machines

Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson

The hotel is nestled 3.5 km from the historic Sesquicentennial State Park and 3.1 km from Forest Lake Park. Fort Jackson is also located 15 minutes' drive from the property.

The Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Palmetto Falls Water Park 7 km away.

There is a gym at this Columbia hotel.

6.8
452 reviews
From US$ 179 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Columbia Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Columbia

Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Columbia

2100 Bush River Road
8.5 km (5.3 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Guests can easily reach Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden 4.9 km from the hotel.

Relax in an outdoor swimming pool or enjoy a sundeck and a picnic area. In order to promote physical wellness, the accommodation offers a 24-hour fitness center where guests can participate in fitness classes.

7.5
196 reviews
~ US$127 / night

Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Columbia

8.5 km (5.3 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Columbia

Guests can easily reach Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden 4.9 km from the hotel.

Relax in an outdoor swimming pool or enjoy a sundeck and a picnic area. In order to promote physical wellness, the accommodation offers a 24-hour fitness center where guests can participate in fitness classes.

7.5
196 reviews
From US$ 127 / night

Beach hotels near Columbia

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg By Ihg Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg By Ihg

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg By Ihg

118 Sleep Inn Road
53.0 km (32.9 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The hotel is about 10 minutes by car from Orangeburg County Aquatic Park and around 7 km from South Carolina State University Planetarium Museum. This 2-star hotel is 181 km from Myrtle Beach.

A heated pool with a hot tub is provided for enjoyable stay.

8.5
239 reviews
~ US$104 / night

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg By Ihg

53.0 km (32.9 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orangeburg By Ihg

The hotel is about 10 minutes by car from Orangeburg County Aquatic Park and around 7 km from South Carolina State University Planetarium Museum. This 2-star hotel is 181 km from Myrtle Beach.

A heated pool with a hot tub is provided for enjoyable stay.

8.5
239 reviews
From US$ 104 / night
Comfort Inn Blythewood - North Columbia Comfort Inn Blythewood - North Columbia

Comfort Inn Blythewood - North Columbia

436 Mcnulty Street
24.4 km (15.2 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Spartanburg is 120 km away, while Bethel Baptist Church is just moments from the inn.

Breath of Life Lutheran Church and Life Center is also situated approximately 10 minutes' walk away.

A seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as an exercise room highlight this 4-star hotel.

7.4
343 reviews
~ US$95 / night

Comfort Inn Blythewood - North Columbia

24.4 km (15.2 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Comfort Inn Blythewood - North Columbia

Spartanburg is 120 km away, while Bethel Baptist Church is just moments from the inn.

Breath of Life Lutheran Church and Life Center is also situated approximately 10 minutes' walk away.

A seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as an exercise room highlight this 4-star hotel.

7.4
343 reviews
From US$ 95 / night
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood By Ihg Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood By Ihg

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood By Ihg

120 Creech Road
24.1 km (15.0 mi) from Columbia
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Breath of Life Lutheran Church and Life Center is merely 0.9 km from the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood By Ihg, and Trinity United Methodist Church is only 9 minutes' walk from it. Aiken is 120 km from the hotel.

Onsite sports-related facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a 24-hour fitness center along with fitness classes.

8.5
230 reviews
~ US$132 / night

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood By Ihg

24.1 km (15.0 mi) from Columbia
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood By Ihg

Breath of Life Lutheran Church and Life Center is merely 0.9 km from the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood By Ihg, and Trinity United Methodist Church is only 9 minutes' walk from it. Aiken is 120 km from the hotel.

Onsite sports-related facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a 24-hour fitness center along with fitness classes.

8.5
230 reviews
From US$ 132 / night
  • Great deal
Super 8 By Wyndham Manning Super 8 By Wyndham Manning

Super 8 By Wyndham Manning

1062 Crossroads Church Rd
79.9 km (49.6 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Garden area

Guests will also get to the non-smoking hotel 3.1 km from the Clarendon County Recreation Department.

You can easily find the Harvin Clarendon Public Library approximately a 15-minute drive from this Manning hotel.

Other on-site facilities are a swimming pool and various recreational opportunities.

6
198 reviews
~ US$68 / night

Super 8 By Wyndham Manning

79.9 km (49.6 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Garden area

Super 8 By Wyndham Manning

Guests will also get to the non-smoking hotel 3.1 km from the Clarendon County Recreation Department.

You can easily find the Harvin Clarendon Public Library approximately a 15-minute drive from this Manning hotel.

Other on-site facilities are a swimming pool and various recreational opportunities.

6
198 reviews
From US$ 68 / night
Quality Inn Newberry Quality Inn Newberry

Quality Inn Newberry

1147 Wilson Rd
60.4 km (37.5 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heating
  • Fitness centre

At the hotel, you'll be within 25 minutes' walk of Old Courthouse.

The nearby entertainment options include The Ritz Performing Arts Theater, which is 2.1 km away.

The Quality Inn Newberry offers its guests the opportunity to enjoy fitness classes at a 24-hour fitness center located on the premises.

6
99 reviews
~ US$86 / night

Quality Inn Newberry

60.4 km (37.5 mi) from Columbia
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heating
  • Fitness centre

Quality Inn Newberry

At the hotel, you'll be within 25 minutes' walk of Old Courthouse.

The nearby entertainment options include The Ritz Performing Arts Theater, which is 2.1 km away.

The Quality Inn Newberry offers its guests the opportunity to enjoy fitness classes at a 24-hour fitness center located on the premises.

6
99 reviews
From US$ 86 / night
Clarion Inn Columbia Airport Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

500 Chris Drive
6.8 km (4.3 mi) from Columbia
  • Continental breakfast
    Charges may apply
  • Paid parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • In-room safe
  • Sauna
  • Outdoor swimming pool

You'll need 20-minute drive to Columbia Metropolitan airport. Guests staying at the inn will find themselves about 15 minutes by car from the EdVenture Children's Museum.

There is the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum within 6 km of the Clarion Inn Columbia Airport West Columbia.

The accommodation has a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Also, this pet-friendly hotel provides a golf course, along with access to lawn tennis and racquetball for active guests. Business travellers will make use of a desk and complimentary wireless internet access offered at 5 meeting rooms on site.

4.6
26 reviews
~ US$92 / night

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

6.8 km (4.3 mi) from Columbia
  • Continental breakfast
    Charges may apply
  • Paid parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • In-room safe
  • Sauna
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

You'll need 20-minute drive to Columbia Metropolitan airport. Guests staying at the inn will find themselves about 15 minutes by car from the EdVenture Children's Museum.

There is the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum within 6 km of the Clarion Inn Columbia Airport West Columbia.

The accommodation has a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Also, this pet-friendly hotel provides a golf course, along with access to lawn tennis and racquetball for active guests. Business travellers will make use of a desk and complimentary wireless internet access offered at 5 meeting rooms on site.

4.6
26 reviews
From US$ 92 / night
Comfort Inn & Suites Comfort Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites

220 Wall Street
47.4 km (29.4 mi) from Columbia
  • 24-hour reception
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fitness centre
  • Golf centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

About 10 minutes by car from this 3-star hotel, guests will find Camden Archives and Museum.

Apart from a seasonal pool, guests can also access an exercise room and enjoy fitness classes.

~ US$151 / night

Comfort Inn & Suites

47.4 km (29.4 mi) from Columbia
  • 24-hour reception
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fitness centre
  • Golf centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Comfort Inn & Suites

About 10 minutes by car from this 3-star hotel, guests will find Camden Archives and Museum.

Apart from a seasonal pool, guests can also access an exercise room and enjoy fitness classes.

From US$ 151 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Columbia, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, Sc

8.7 / 10

(448 Reviews)

From 149$
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

8.5 / 10

(288 Reviews)

From 109$
Marriott Columbia

8.5 / 10

(102 Reviews)

From 136$
Holiday Inn Express Columbia Ne - Fort Jackson By Ihg

7.9 / 10

(549 Reviews)

From 131$
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast

9.0 / 10

(145 Reviews)

From 152$

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8.8
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~ US$ 130 / night
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which family-friendly hotels in Columbia are best near Riverbanks Zoo?

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison and Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Columbia are ideal for families visiting Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens. Both hotels offer spacious rooms and are just a short drive away from the zoo's entrance.

Tip:

Consider visiting the zoo early on weekends to avoid crowds, and plan to have lunch at the on-site café with kid-friendly options.

Which Columbia hotels offer pet-friendly accommodations?

Comfort Inn Blythewood - North Columbia and Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison allow pets, making them great choices for travelers with dogs. Both hotels offer special pet-friendly policies.

Tip:

Book your stay during weekdays for better rates on pet fees, as some hotels have lower charges from Monday to Thursday.

Where can I find Columbia hotels with outdoor pools for families?

Families can enjoy outdoor pools at Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood. These facilities are perfect for kids to play during warmer months.

Tip:

Use pool hours wisely; pools are less crowded in the morning before 11 AM, allowing for a more enjoyable experience for families.

Which Columbia hotels are near the University of South Carolina?

Marriott Columbia and Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Columbia are conveniently located near the University of South Carolina. Both hotels facilitate easy access to campus events and attractions.

Tip:

During university events or graduation weekends, book early to secure the best rooms, as they fill up quickly.

What Columbia hotels provide family suites for larger groups?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia-I-26 @ Harbison Blvd and Comfort Inn Blythewood - North Columbia offer spacious family suites ideal for larger groups. These rooms often include additional sleeping arrangements.

Tip:

Ask for connecting rooms when booking; this option often provides more space and a full family experience.

Which hotels in Columbia include breakfast for families?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Blythewood and Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison provide complimentary breakfast, a great perk for busy families. These meals often include options like eggs, fruit, and pastries.

Tip:

Aim to eat breakfast before 8 AM to enjoy a quieter dining experience and a more extensive food selection.

What are the best family activities in Columbia besides the zoo?

EdVenture Children's Museum and South Carolina State Museum provide excellent activities for families in Columbia. Both locations offer hands-on exhibits that engage children of all ages.

Tip:

Check museum schedules for special programs and events, especially during weekends to enhance your visit.

How can I get to Columbia from Columbia Metropolitan Airport?

Columbia Metropolitan Airport is just 10 miles from downtown Columbia. Several hotels, including Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport, offer complimentary shuttle services to and from the airport.

Tip:

Arrange your shuttle service in advance by contacting your hotel for hassle-free transportation upon arrival.

What is the best time to explore Columbia for family activities?

Spring and fall are ideal for family activities in Columbia, as the weather is mild and perfect for outdoor attractions. Many local festivals also occur during these seasons, offering unique experiences.

Tip:

Plan to join the South Carolina State Fair in mid-October - it's full of rides, games, and family-friendly events.

How can families get around Columbia efficiently?

Columbia's public transit system, known as COMET, offers bus routes that connect key attractions. Using a family day pass can save money on multiple trips throughout the day.

Tip:

Take the Route 1 bus, which connects the airport, downtown, and local attractions, making it easy for families to navigate the city together.

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