About Columbia
Home to the South Carolina State Capitol and the University of South Carolina, Columbia embraces its historical charm and reputation as a leading business and research center. The city has plenty of activities to offer throughout the year. Come experience firsthand why the city motto is "Famously Hot" - hot attractions, hot meeting spaces, hot happenings, hot sports, and hot spots. A beautiful climate makes Columbia a perfect destination any time of the year. Average temperatures for March are 71°F High / 47°F Low (National Weather Service).
Dining, Nightlife and Shopping
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Columbia Tourist Information
- Colonial Life Arena
- Columbia Metropolitan Convention & Visitor's Bureau
- Columbia Museum of Art
- EdVenture Children's Museum
- Historic Columbia
- Koger Center for the Arts
- Lake Murray
- Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
- South Carolina State Museum
- Township Auditorium
- University of South Carolina
Air Travel
- Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) (located 7 miles from downtown)
- Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT) (located approximately 90 miles from downtown Columbia). To reserve a shuttle from Charlotte to Columbia, contact Columbia Charlotte Shuttle, Inc. at 803-783-5123; rates: $55 one-way.
NOTE: SEVT will provide complimentary transportation for attendees who are flying into/out of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport and staying at the Columbia Marriott (host hotel). If you would like to utilize this service, you must email the following information to sevt@mailbox.sc.edu: arrival flight (date, time, airline, and flight number); departure flight (date, time, airline, and flight number). Make sure you receive a confirmation email to ensure pick-up. You must make arrangements before March 6th by 5pm.
Ground Travel
The following rental car companies are located at both the Columbia Metropolitan Airport and the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport:
Map of Downtown Columbia here!