Visit Eau Claire
Popular places to visit
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Why not meet the animals who call Riverbanks Zoo and Garden home during your trip to 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 theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Randolph Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Randolph Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Columbia. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.
Imara Woman
Learn about the local history of Columbia with a stop at Imara Woman. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Eau Claire Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Harbison
The room was clean and the beds are comfortable. Wish the Keurig in our room had worked correctly.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson
Great for the price point.
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
Multiple things stood out to me: top-notch customer service. The facility, when you walk in, had a great aroma, in the lobby area. The rooms were clean. Everything was perfect. I had a great time.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson
Excellent, very attentive staff, delicious breakfast
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Wyndham Garden Columbia/Ft. Jackson
Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC
Just slept and showered Shower was spacious but hand held need help in room 111
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Eau Claire
Earlewood
Travelers like the parks in Earlewood, and Three Rivers Greenway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Colonial Heights
While Colonial Heights isn't home to many top sights, Segra Park and Charlie W. Johnson Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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
Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.
Downtown Columbia
Travelers come to Downtown Columbia for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.
The Vista
The Vista is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colonial Life Arena or Koger Center for the Arts.
