Your Guide To Columbia with Kids

Adventures await in Columbia
(for the whole family!)

A Few Of Our Favorites

The Riverbanks Zoo carousel in Columbia, SC
Things to Do

20 Super Fun Things To Do With Kids In Columbia, SC

Chicken wings and mac + cheese from Home Team BBQ in Columbia, SC
Food and Drink

Our Favorite Kid-Friendly Restaurants

Otter swimming in water at Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, SC
Attractions

Everything To Know About Riverbanks Zoo

Toddler Pollywog Pond play area at Edventure Children's Museum in Columbia, SC
Attractions

EdVenture Children’s Museum: A Complete Guide

Playground equipment at Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia
Things to Do

The 13 best playgrounds in Columbia, SC for kids

Kid-Friendly Attractions

Waterfall Junction at Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, SC

Waterfall Junction at Riverbanks Zoo

Cool off at Riverbank Zoo’s water park! Splash, dig, explore and enjoy a 25 foot waterfall.
More About Waterfall Junction
Fire truck exhibit for kids inside EdVenture Children's Museum in Columbia, SC

EdVenture Children’s Museum

From a full-size fire truck to a mini grocery shop, your kids will love exploring at EdVenture.
Everything To Know
Flamingoes at Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, SC

Riverbanks Zoo

Columbia’s most popular attraction! Our guide shares everything to know before your visit.
Guide To The Zoo
The Planetarium at the SC State Museum in Columbia, SC

The SC State Museum

From history to science, you’ll love exploring our state museum. Our guide shares everything to know.
More About The Museum
Soda City market shoppers with the State House in the background

Soda City Market

The best way to spend a Saturday morning in Columbia: eating, shopping and keeping it local.
All About Soda City
Exterior of the SC State House front from Gervais Street.

The State House

Explore the grounds and take a free tour of one of the prettiest state houses around.
The SC State House

Food Guides For Kids

Pepperoni pizza from Il Focolare in Columbia, SC
Food and Drink

Where To Get Awesome Pizza In Columbia

Party Four mini cakes from Silver Spoon Bake Shop in Columbia, SC
Bakeries and Sweets

15 Columbia, SC Bakeries: the ultimate guide

Pimento cheeseburger from Pitas in downtown Columbia, SC
Food and Drink

20+ Spots For Great Burgers

Ice cream scoops in waffle cones
Bakeries and Sweets

The Best Places To Eat Ice Cream In Columbia, SC

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