Shandon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Explore the campus of University of South Carolina, a top university in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Williams Brice Stadium
Catch an event at Williams Brice Stadium during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Colonial Life Arena
Catch an event at Colonial Life Arena during your trip to Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Shandon Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Don’t eat breakfast
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
We stayed for University of South Carolina graduation weekend. Even though it was a busy weekend, this newly remodeled property met our needs. The location was close to where we needed to be and they accommodated our two friendly well behaved dogs. The room was clean and had basic amenities but I ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
Very clean property
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Great place to stay.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Clean very nice room and lobby.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
I would give it five star but unfortunately there’s one thing that i disliked. everything about the hotel was nice, they even give a paper with all of the local restaurants and things to do in the area along with having a bar. the room was clean and accessible and very accommodating however my dislike ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shandon
Old Shandon
While Old Shandon may 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 Township Auditorium.
Five Points
The bars and live music are a few reasons travellers visit Five Points. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Columbia Urban League and Township Auditorium are a few top sights nearby.
Melrose Heights
When in Melrose Heights, you can plan a visit to Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waverly
Though Waverly may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Township Auditorium and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
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.
