Lake Carolina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A wooden pier extending into calm water during sunset.

Stay near popular Lake Carolina attractions

Lake Carolina

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Carolina during your travels in Columbia.
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Activities

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

AU$18
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$153
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$155 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$155
12 July - 13 July
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! (2,154 reviews)
"I loved everything about it. Just trying to figure out how to get my points from the stay"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

3 out of 5
630 Assembly St Columbia SC
The price is AU$210 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$210
4 July - 5 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
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$144 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$144
26 July - 27 July
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 South Carolina ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 out of 5
400 Gervais Street Columbia SC
The price is AU$178 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$178
12 July - 13 July
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! (746 reviews)
"At checkout the front desk associate hooked us up with snacks and water bottles for our family of 4!"

Reviewed on 2 July 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$140 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$140
3 July - 4 July
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! (1,114 reviews)
"Good location very clean and very nice staff"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Sleep Inn Columbia
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

3.5 out of 5
1000 Lady Street Columbia SC
The price is AU$199 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$199
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,225 reviews)
"Perfect location! Very clean and room had everything we needed!"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Cambria Hotel 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.

Rosewood

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

Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.

St. Andrews

St. Andrews is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

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