Location: Columbia
Top Things to do in Columbia
Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Columbia, South Carolina (SC)
Columbia is South Carolina's capital and home to the University of South Carolina. Along Columbia's wide avenues are historic sites ranging from an antebellum mansion to the former home of a slave who bought her freedom, plus museums, galleries, music venues, theaters and shops. Columbia's three rivers, lake, canal, national park and several city parks offer opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Among the kid-pleasing destinations are a zoo and the largest children's museum in the south.
Restaurants in Columbia
1. South Carolina Military Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By RSHNSKS - Clermont, United States
Was very impressed with this small museum which is ran by vets and offered FREE for all who would like to attend. Lots of interesting artifacts and history. We were greeted upon entering and made to feel very welcome. I highly recommend if you are into history. They even have helicopters and several other pieces of military equipment on display that have been restored. We were lucky and had a vet who joined us towards the end of the tour and gave us a lot of interesting information regarding the place and some of the artifacts. Kudos to everyone who had a hand in getting this together and keeping it open.
2. South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame
3. Nickelodeon Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By 918kcj
I went to see a documentary screening hosted by NOW. The facility is cozy and very clean (no sticky floors here). I also liked the eclectic, vintage decor. There is street parking available if you can get it but there is a parking garage which is a very short walk from the theater and it's free during nights and weekends. The theater hosts a variety of movies from independent films to current, big-budget productions you can see anywhere. I would also like to add the staff was very friendly.
4. Columbia Brew Bus
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 162 reviews
Columbia Brew Bus aims to tap into the city's growing craft beer community by giving you a chance to visit, taste, and learn about each of the area's breweries in an all inclusive guided tour bus experience. Guests will get a behind-the-scenes look into how and why Columbia's breweries are making their mark, while cruising in a safe, laid-back manner.
5. Escape Plan Columbia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,874 reviews
Find Clues. Solve Puzzles. You will have 60 minutes to put your problem solving skills to the test and work together to escape at the escape room recognized as one of the top 10 in the country! Whether it's defusing a bomb, taking over a pirate ship, exploring a haunted elevator, saving the kingdom, or trying to rescue missing persons, you're sure to have a blast in our live escape room adventures.
Reviewed By slgroves - Ooltewah, United States
Peter was fantastic and a great host!!! Thank you for a first time fabulous Escape Plan visit... The Groves/Lafavers
6. The Final Door Escape Room Columbia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,356 reviews
At The Final Door Escape Room, sixty minutes will fly by as you attempt to unlock the door to your escape. Few have beat our rooms and those who did have earned bragging rights and a place on our wall of fame. Although our rooms are known to claim many victims, visitors of all ages are sure to have a great time! The Final Door is the most challenging fun you'll ever have in sixty minutes. The Final Door is one of the most Fun Things to Do in Columbia.
Reviewed By debbiemX3425YI
Down the Rabbit hole was by far the best escape room we have done yet!! Ryan was a great game master and made it so much fun!!! Highly recommend!
7. Escapology Columbia (Vista)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 585 reviews
The Midland's premium escape game experience! Always private bookings (no mixing with strangers). Rooms hold 6-8 people per room. Do you have what it takes to escape? Immersive escape rooms and team building workshops to help you build and grow the ultimate team. Practice team problem solving, communication, and critical thinking as you race against the clock to complete your mission. Our 6,000 square foot facility includes eight escape rooms, three meeting spaces, and a comfortable and spacious lobby, all in a corporate friendly environment. Our in-room capacity is 58 people, and we are able to comfortably host groups of over 100. We open early for events! We also partner with Cognizant Leadership to help build leaders worth following, high performing teams, and organizations where everyone wants to work.
Reviewed By tjoye - Columbia, United States
I'm sorry one of the boys continuously pulled the pipes off the wall. I'm also sorry that we made the boys stand against the wall while we figured out a clue. I will never do this again with six 9 year old boys but I'm currently trying to schedule a girls night for us to come back and escape. Redemption is needed! Thank you to Patrick and Blake for being so patient with us and really trying to help us escape the Scooby-Doo room. Yall were great!
8. Columbia Craft Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By schmitthappens22 - Irmo, United States
Hit a couple of breweries today, just to see what's new. Columbia Craft was tops. A lot of choices of beer, most of them excellent. People were cool, very informative about the different flavors. We tried small samples of many to see what we liked. I ended up going with a lighter lager style IPA, and it hit the spot. At the end, I asked about choices to take beer home, other than the big Growlers. He mentioned they have a 32oz. can that they fill up and seal the top on it right there in front of you. So, I chose another beer to go, and bought it. Fantastic idea for not a lot of money. Can't wait to go back. See picture attached.
9. Craft Axe Throwing- Columbia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 172 reviews
Craft Axe Throwing is a game that anyone can play (and win). Score points by throwing axes at a giant dartboard-like target. The closer you get to the bullseye, the more points earned. We conduct casual and competitive axe throwing events for social, corporate, and league groups. All of our events are staffed with trained instructors, helping groups nail the bullseye.
Reviewed By Brianjones667
Very fun and stress relieving, friendly staff, will definitely come back! Very fun to have with a group to be competitive.
