Arsenal Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Arsenal Hill
Popular places to visit
Finlay Park
Play sports with your kids in this scenic park, wander along the woodland paths and see the extraordinary fountain and cascades.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Why not meet the animals who call Riverbanks Zoo and Garden home during your holiday in 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.
Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse in Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Governor's Mansion
You can find out about the history of Columbia with a stop at Governor's Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Our pick of the best Arsenal Hill Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown
Not too happy. The maid service never showed up on Saturday. I left my room at 10am and got back at 3pm no service. I also am very disappointed I had to pay for parking. In everything I read it said self park. Self park does not mean $10 a night! Overall ok but very disappointed.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
It’s a pretty nice hotel. Lobby is nice and room was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was not included but there is coffee
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Good choices at breakfast. First hotel on this trip that the room temperature was comfortable the moment we walked in !!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson
Room was good, but not as accessible as some. Breakfast had fruit available which is always nice
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
My uncle and aunt were thoroughly impressed with their accommodations at the property.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Yes and yes!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Arsenal Hill
Downtown Columbia
Downtown Columbia is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.
The Vista
The Vista is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Colonial Life Arena and Koger Center for the Arts while in the area.
Earlewood
Travellers like the parks in Earlewood, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
University Hill
Visitors to University Hill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to South Carolina State House and Township Auditorium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens.
Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travellers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Township Auditorium and South Carolina State House are a few top sights nearby.
