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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest airports to Columbia, South Carolina are Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Augusta Regional Airport (AGS), and Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP).
The airlines that fly to Columbia, South Carolina are American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Allegiant Air, and Frontier Airlines.
1. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
2. South Carolina State House
3. Columbia Museum of Art
4. Congaree National Park
5. EdVenture Children's Museum
6. South Carolina State Museum
7. Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
8. Five Points
9. Columbia Marionette Theatre
10. Columbia Fireflies Baseball
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is located about 10 miles from downtown Columbia. The best way to get to downtown Columbia from the airport is by taxi or rideshare. There are also several shuttle services available from the airport to downtown Columbia.
The best way to get to the airport from Columbia, South Carolina is by car. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located approximately 10 miles from downtown Columbia. The drive should take about 20 minutes.
The weather in Columbia, South Carolina is typically mild and humid. In the summer months, temperatures average in the mid-80s Fahrenheit (29-32 Celsius) with high humidity. In the winter months, temperatures average in the mid-50s Fahrenheit (12-14 Celsius). Rainfall is common throughout the year, with the wettest months being April and October.
1. Kayaking on the Congaree River
2. Hiking at Congaree National Park
3. Fishing at Lake Murray
4. Biking the Three Rivers Greenway
5. Exploring the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
6. Visiting the South Carolina State House
7. Taking a Tour of the University of South Carolina
8. Visiting the EdVenture Children’s Museum
9. Exploring the Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
10. Enjoying a Picnic at Finlay Park
1. Visit the South Carolina State Museum.
2. Take a tour of the South Carolina State House.
3. Explore the Columbia Museum of Art.
4. Attend a performance at the Koger Center for the Arts.
5. Visit the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.
6. Take a stroll through the Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park.
7. Tour the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum.
8. Explore the Columbia Marionette Theatre.
9. Visit the Columbia Marionette Theatre.
10. Attend a performance at the Columbia Marionette Theatre.
1. Five Points: This vibrant neighborhood is located in the heart of downtown Columbia and is known for its eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, and shops.
2. Shandon: This historic neighborhood is located just north of downtown and is known for its beautiful homes and tree-lined streets.
3. The Vista: This trendy neighborhood is located just south of downtown and is known for its vibrant nightlife and entertainment options.
4. Forest Acres: This upscale neighborhood is located just east of downtown and is known for its quiet streets and lush green spaces.
5. Lake Katherine: This peaceful neighborhood is located just west of downtown and is known for its lakefront views and outdoor recreation opportunities.
The best transportation options in Columbia, South Carolina include:
1. CARTA (Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority): CARTA provides public bus service throughout the city and surrounding areas.
2. Lyft and Uber: Both Lyft and Uber are available in Columbia, providing convenient and affordable rides.
3. Taxis: Taxis are available throughout the city and can be hailed or booked in advance.
4. Bicycles: Columbia is a very bike-friendly city, with many bike lanes and trails.
5. Walking: Columbia is a very walkable city, with many sidewalks and pedestrian-friendly areas.
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Things to do in Columbia, SC: Book local activities
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City Tours in Columbia, SC
Charleston Haunted Horse and Carriage Evening Tour
45 minutes. As the sun sets on Charleston, the city's history takes a darker turn. Board your carriage at the historic Big Red Barn for an evening ride through the old walled city, where your guide shares centuries of ghost stories, hauntings, and unsolved mysteries tied to the churches, graveyards, and cobblestone streets you'll pass along the way. It's the same trusted carriage experience Palmetto Carriage Works has offered for over 50 years — just after dark, when Charleston's past feels a little closer. Evening departures make this a cooler, more atmospheric way to see the city, with local ghost lore and haunted history told by guides from Charleston's oldest carriage company. You'll ride with the same well-cared-for horses and certified guides as our daytime tours, making it a great choice for couples, small groups, and anyone who loves a good ghost story.
(322 reviews)
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
2 hours. Every corner of Charleston hides a world of history. Join us as your guide shares with you hundreds of years of stories, history, and local knowledge. This is a relaxing 2-hour stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district including the French Quarter and the residential area "South of Broad", all the while learning about the people and events that shaped Charleston.
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Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour
1 hour. Travel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque streets of Charleston and take in the history of this South Carolina city. See highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens while listening to informative commentary about the city’s role in our nation's history from your certified guide. Enjoy the relaxed pace of a carriage tour as you soak up the southern charm of Charleston.
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Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail
45 minutes. Join us for a memorable tour of the ground level of the Old City Jail, which housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th-century pirates, and Civil War prisoners. Located on Magazine Street downtown, the Old City Jail operated from 1802 until 1939, and has recently undergone renovation, leaving the first floor in keeping with its original design (with the welcomed addition of air conditioning). Bulldog Tours, exclusively, guides guests through the cells, hallways and places where Charleston’s earliest criminals lived. Get a glimpse of how the incarcerated were mistreated with primitive forms of torture while living in miserable conditions. Hear stories like the legend of Lavinia Fisher, the jail’s most famous inmate and first female serial killer. Since Bulldog's first tour of this storied place in 2004, guests have returned again and again to make their own discoveries about what has transpired in this historic site. **Children under the age of 10 are not permitted.**
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Walking Tours in Columbia, SC
Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour
2 hours. Explore some of Charleston's enchanting alleyways and historic sites on this small group, 2-hour walking tour. With our small group tours, you are guaranteed a more intimate and up-close experience. Charleston's alleyways are fortunately located within the popular historic district which allows us to include some well known points of interest and go a little "off the beaten path” while exploring the history and beauty of Charleston's enchanting alleyways. Generally, we include between four to six different alleyways/passages as well as popular points of interest like Rainbow Row and of course, tons of history! These pedestrian passageways are often overlooked, but walking along these cobbled paths is an opportunity to appreciate Charleston's rich history and hidden, more intimate charms.
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Fort Sumter Access and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
2.25 hours. Visit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing access to Fort Sumer National Historic Site and Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square or Patriots Point.
Cruise by top Charleston sites from your ferry. For those departing from Patriots Point, experience views of the USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier from up-close.
Explore the grounds of Fort Sumter and stand where America’s deadliest war began at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park. The first shots were fired here, igniting a conflict that saw more than 700,000 casualties. Experience the opening battle of the American Civil War and explore its origins with a National Park Ranger who will greet you upon arrival. Your approximate 1-hour visit to Fort Sumter allows ample time to explore well-preserved fort ruins and browse Museum Store souvenirs.
Then enjoy the beautiful views of the city as you ride the ferry back to Charleston.
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Real Hauntings of Charleston! (Small Group Ghost Tour)
1.5 hours. Many Charleston Ghost Tours have big groups of 25+ - NOT HERE!! We limit our tour sizes to about 12 to keep them fun! Charleston is one of the most charming and colorful cities in the world; however, when the light fades and shadows grow long, a darker side of the Holy City emerges. Over the course of just over 1 mile long, our 90 min walk will pass haunted graveyards, churches, alleyways, hotels, restaurants, and bars. You will hear the real and terrifying stories of ghostly brides, murders, pirates, soldiers, executions, duels, and so much more! As the night falls over the streets of Charleston, we start by the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon and walk through the historic streets where you will hear about real, and active spirits from Charlestons 350 year history like pirates whose lives were cut short at the end of a noose, a young lady who wonders down a particular alley, and a doctor who walks throughout the Holy City. Come Hear It All!
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Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture
2 hours. Our walk is a journey through time starting in the historic French Quarter where we stroll down enchanting alleyways and cobblestone streets. The architecture of houses of worship and public buildings are discussed as we point out interesting features and tell unique stories about Charleston’s fabled past. We continue to the South of Broad area where beautiful 18th & 19th century houses abound. We enter the Nathaniel Russell House garden to get a glimpse of Charleston off the beaten path. The waterfront Battery is a perfect place to take in the sights of Charleston Harbor and imagining the opening volley of the American Civil War at Fort Sumter located just a few miles in the distance. This is not just another boring history lesson, but a walk back in time culminating the life of Charlestonians and visitors alike. Come see what makes Charleston such special place to visit. Whether being your first time or your twentieth, Charleston always has more to see and learn!
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City of the Dead The Dark Hauntings of Charleston
1.5 hours. You choose the path, you choose the tour! Every one of our tours are based on our guests requests and preferences. Will you choose pirates or gangsters, serial killers or cursed lovers? For 90 minutes, you will be led to the most haunted places in one of America's oldest cities. Along the way, you can choose to visit the city's most haunted hotel, the most haunted restaurant, or even the most famous graveyard. You can visit alleyways and forgotten places, while hearing tales of the restless inhabitants from the Holy City's best storytellers. We are the only tour company in Charleston that actually creates the tour based on our guests interests and requests. What fear will you choose?
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Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings
3 hours. Whether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our classic tour features iconic Lowcountry staples like Pulled Pork Tacos, Benne Wafers, She-Crab Soup, and Shrimp & Grits. Meanwhile, our brunch highlights Southern favorites like warm biscuits, Spinach & Feta Quiche, Fried Green Tomatoes, Pimento Cheese, and Banana Pudding. Both choices wind past the French Quarter's most iconic historic landmarks and culminate in our incredible mystery Signature Secret Dish!
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Historical Tours in Columbia, SC
Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
4.5 hours. Step back in time with a 4.5-hour visit to one of America's oldest working, living plantations. Be transported to this historic site with an experienced driver on a comfortable, air conditioned mini bus. Boone Hall Plantation has been recognized as the #1 Plantation in the Charleston area, according to USA TODAY. Tour includes round-trip transportation from the Visitors Center in Charleston, all entrance fees, a guided house tour, Gullah Theater (in season), self guided garden and grounds tour, and a tram tour (based on availability). Small-group tour is limited to a maximum of 25 people.
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Charleston Harbor Live Narrated History Day or Sunset Boat Cruise
1.5 hours. Stunning up close views of Fort Sumter, Fort Moultrie, The USS Yorktown, The Ravenel Bridge and much more! Dolphin sightings are common on almost every cruise! We are Charleston's only locally owned and operated large harbor tour vessel. Thank you for choosing local! During this live narrated, scenic and relaxing 90 minute tour you will experience Charleston Harbor on the unique Carolina Belle tour vessel. Your professional licensed captain will narrate history, sights, and facts about the Charleston Harbor as you pass locations critical to United States history. Enjoy the beauty of the Charleston Harbor and learn its rich history. Great for locals and visitors alike.
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Old Town Trolley Charleston Sightseeing Tour
1.75 hours. Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Charleston aboard a custom-built minibus in air-conditioned comfort. The expert tour guide brings the city’s vibrant story to life, blending entertainment with education for an unforgettable experience. Discover iconic landmarks, from the historic Battery and Rainbow Row to the bustling Charleston City Market, all with the flexibility to hop off and explore at designed stops along the route while your bus waits for you. Don’t just visit Charleston, relive it aboard Old Town Trolley Tours.
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Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
4 hours. DAYS AND HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 12pm-5pm
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
Boone Hall Plantation has been recognized as the #1 Plantation In The Charleston Area by USA TODAY 10 BEST and is also touted as a "must see stop on any trip to Charleston, S.C." by NBC Daytime television. One admission price includes all tours.Visitors enter down the world famous Avenue Of Oaks, one of the most spectacular entrances anywhere in the world. See why Boone Hall is "America's Most Photographed Plantation." Our gardens are a showcase of color. "Exploring The Gullah Culture" is the only live presentation of its kind in the Lowcountry and a visitor favorite. Visit the critically acclaimed Black History In America exhibit on display in 9 original slave cabins, tour the plantation home, ride aboard a guided tractor tour across the entire 738 acres, and more. Come enjoy the setting in which many television shows and movies have been filmed.
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Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head
4.5 hours. Tucked between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, and accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island is a real gem. This 4.5 hour Daufuskie Island trip provides a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of Lowcountry history on the undeveloped side of the island. Learn the rich history of the Native Americans, European settlers, the cotton trade, and the Gullah culture. We encourage you to wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring water, snacks, and sunscreen.
-Please be aware: Our tour is completely structured and does not include a stop for lunch.
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Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
1 hour. Charleston's oldest carriage company invites you aboard for the tour that started it all. Since 1972, Palmetto Carriage Works has explored the streets of this historic city with licensed guides who bring real local knowledge, wit, and humor to every ride. Discover stunning houses, lush gardens, grand mansions, charming churches, and picturesque parks while learning about Charleston's rich history, unique architecture, and vibrant flora. It's an exciting, dynamic experience — a seamless blend of 19th-century conveyance and 21st-century Charleston charm. With multiple departures throughout the day and open-air carriages built for great photos, don't miss your chance to explore the "Holy City" this way.
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