What is Columbia Like for Family-Friendly Vacations?

If you've been searching for the ideal family-friendly place for a vacation, you may want to consider Columbia. Here you'll find a variety of activities sure to appeal to both kids and parents alike. From the sports events to the live music, Columbia has lots of things to see and do that everyone will enjoy. Spend a day checking out attractions like Colonial Life Arena, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and Fort Jackson. When you're ready for some down time after a day of fun with the kids, Columbia has various places to stay, such as family hotels with pools and hotels with family suites. You can choose from 75 Columbia accommodations to discover one you and the entire family will appreciate.

What Are Some Places to Stay with Kids in Columbia?

Our travelers have rated these as their favorite kid-friendly hotels:

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3-star hotel with bar, near University of South Carolina
• • Free buffet breakfast • Indoor pool • Restaurant • Laundry room • Central location



Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, SC

2.5-star hotel
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Free on-the-go breakfast • Indoor pool • Central location



SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

3-star hotel with bar, near Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Free in-room internet • Indoor pool • Walkable location



Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Northwest

Columbia family-friendly hotel with outdoor pool
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Free buffet breakfast • Free in-room internet • Central location



Baymont by Wyndham Columbia Fort Jackson

2.5-star Columbia hotel with 24-hour fitness center
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Free cooked breakfast • Free in-room WiFi • Central location

What Should I See and Do with Kids in Columbia?

You’ll discover that Columbia and the surrounding area offers lots of interesting things to see while you're visiting the area with the family. Here are some ideas to make your trip both educational and lots of fun:

Parks
• • Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
• • Finlay Park
• • Robert Mills Historic House and Park

Museums & Art Galleries
• • Columbia Museum of Art
• • South Carolina State Museum
• • Wilson House

Sights & Landmarks
• • Colonial Life Arena
• • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
• • Fort Jackson

Food & Drink
• • Blue Marlin
• • Little Pigs Barbecue
• • The Original Pancake House - Columbia