Lake Carolina
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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.
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.
Harborside Circle Park
After visiting Harborside Circle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Columbia.
Lake Carolina
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Carolina during your travels in Columbia.
Pinnacle Park
Pinnacle Park is just one of the places to see in Columbia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Things to do
Congaree National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Lake Carolina
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
Mattress was hard and uncomfortable. Pillows were way too soft
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Sleep Inn Columbia
Need ice maker on the floor Phone can’t working in the room
Reviewed on 11 May, 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
The hotel is freshly renovated, feels very modern and the room even had a clothes steamer (which my daughter needed for a dress). Breakfast was well stocked and the staff friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown
Very nice.
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Front desk was always so helpful and friendly! The hotel has a courtesy van to drive you around downtown Columbia. And the room was very clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay there again!
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Great location and comfort for my stay.
Reviewed on 5 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lake Carolina
Rose Creek
While Rose Creek may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like North Springs Lake and Village at Sandhill Mall.
Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights might not have many top sights, but Segra Park and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pinehurst
While Pinehurst isn't home to many top sights, Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Township Auditorium are some notable places to visit 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.
