Lake Carolina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A wooden pier extending into calm water during sunset.

Stay near popular Lake Carolina attractions

Harborside Circle Park

After visiting Harborside Circle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.
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Activities

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

AU$19
per traveller
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Family photo with one of the awesome bald cypress trees in the park.

Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour

AU$157
per adult
Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour
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Our pick of the best Lake Carolina Hotel Deals

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison

3 out of 5
434 Columbiana Dr Columbia SC
The price is AU$140 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$140
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,253 reviews)
"Clean rooms delicious breakfast buffet friendly staff highly recommend"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

3 out of 5
7333 Garners Ferry Rd Columbia SC
The price is AU$161 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$161
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Williams Brice Stadium and Colonial ...
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3 out of 5
630 Assembly St Columbia SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$187 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$187
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is AU$154 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$154
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Colonial Life Arena and Riverbanks Zoo and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (834 reviews)
"Great clean place to stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Sleep Inn Columbia

Sleep Inn Columbia

2.5 out of 5
1901 Rockland Rd Columbia SC
The price is AU$128 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$128
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,153 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Sleep Inn Columbia
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3 out of 5
819 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is AU$187 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$187
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"The bathroom was dirty."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
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Our guide on where to stay in Lake Carolina

Find the best Lake Carolina areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Trinity Episcopal Church with a cemetery and a fence.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.

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.

A cityscape with prominent government buildings, including a large white structure with columns and a dome, surrounded by smaller buildings and a mix of green spaces and urban development.

Rosewood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina State Fairgrounds and Williams Brice Stadium.

A cityscape with a large stadium, dense urban buildings, and surrounding greenery.

Eau Claire

Travellers like the parks in Eau Claire, 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.

Lake Carolina Travel Guide

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