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    • Where to Stay
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      • Downtown Columbia
      • Main Street District
      • The Vista
      • Five Points
      • Devine Street
  • Things to Do
    • 35+ fun things to do
    • Riverbanks Zoo
    • Weekend Itinerary
    • Top Attractions
    • Guide to Soda City Market
    • Fun Date Night Ideas
  • Eat & Drink
    • Our Favorite Restaurants
    • By Food Type
      • Awesome Pizza Places
      • 7 Thai Food Spots
      • Italian Restaurants
      • Greek Restaurants
      • Vegan Restaurants
      • Best Mexican Food
      • 10+ Great Delis
      • Best BBQ Joints
      • Best Burgers in Cola
      • 15 Bakeries Worth Trying
    • Delicious Breakfast
    • Date Night Restaurants
    • Brunch Spots
    • Best Takeout In Cola
    • Top Coffee Shops
    • 20+ Lunch Restaurants
    • Go-To Casual Restaurants
    • Fine Dining Restaurants
    • Awesome Breweries
  • Kid-Friendly
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    • 20 Fun Things To Do With Kids
    • Guide To Playgrounds
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Things To Do In Columbia, SC

Known for Riverbanks Zoo, the State House, the Gamecocks, famously hot days and so much more.

Whether you spend your morning walking along the riverwalk or strolling through a world-class museum or award-winning zoo, you are sure to have a great time in Columbia.

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South Carolina State Museum

Explore the Palmetto State's history from its ancient past to modern times.
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EdVenture Children's Museum

EdVenture is the perfect place for kids of all ages to explore, learn, create and play.
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  • Plan A Trip
    • Visitor’s Guide
    • Weekend Itinerary
    • Where to Stay
    • Neighborhoods
      • Downtown Columbia
      • Main Street District
      • The Vista
      • Five Points
      • Devine Street
  • Things to Do
    • 35+ fun things to do
    • Riverbanks Zoo
    • Weekend Itinerary
    • Top Attractions
    • Guide to Soda City Market
    • Fun Date Night Ideas
  • Eat & Drink
    • Our Favorite Restaurants
    • By Food Type
      • Awesome Pizza Places
      • 7 Thai Food Spots
      • Italian Restaurants
      • Greek Restaurants
      • Vegan Restaurants
      • Best Mexican Food
      • 10+ Great Delis
      • Best BBQ Joints
      • Best Burgers in Cola
      • 15 Bakeries Worth Trying
    • Delicious Breakfast
    • Date Night Restaurants
    • Brunch Spots
    • Best Takeout In Cola
    • Top Coffee Shops
    • 20+ Lunch Restaurants
    • Go-To Casual Restaurants
    • Fine Dining Restaurants
    • Awesome Breweries
  • Kid-Friendly
    • Kid-Friendly Restaurants
    • 20 Fun Things To Do With Kids
    • Guide To Playgrounds
  • About
    • About When In Columbia
    • Contact