Eau Claire Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 Canal and Riverfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Columbia. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Randolph Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Randolph Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
NOMA Bark Park
After visiting NOMA Bark Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Imara Woman
Learn about the local history of Columbia when you spend time at Imara Woman. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Activities
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Our pick of the best Eau Claire Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Yes
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Yes. All of the above.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
We enjoyed our stay here during the most recent holiday. Check-in was smooth, the room and main areas were spotless. Overall great property!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
All good
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Room was immaculate! Very impressed with the staff and overall cleanliness of the hotel.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
Beth ably assisted our later in the evening check in 5 stars for courtesy and information she provided. Lobby, room and dining area were very clean. Room and hallway carpet looked new - great. Bed was very comfortable. Bʻfast was typical continental breakfast with edition of self made waffles. Recommend ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eau Claire
Earlewood
Travellers like the parks in Earlewood, and Imara Woman is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights might not have many top sights, but Segra Park and Township Auditorium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Arsenal Hill
Unique features of Arsenal Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Governor's Mansion or Matthew J. Perry, Jr. U.S. Courthouse while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
