Soda city market is must to do on a Saturday in SC. It’s so much fun to walk around at, grab a bite to eat from a food truck, shop for hand crafted gifts, listen to live music or find fresh florals & veggies. The market fields an average of 150 vendors per week!

Every Saturday located on the 1300, 1400, 1500, and 1600 blocks of Main Street Columbia from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm rain or Shine.

Parking is free on Saturdays & there’s also a garage on Taylor Street. However, It is only a short walk from Hyatt Place hotel.

Take a walk around the beautiful University of South Carolina’s campus located in the heart of Columbia SC, one must see part of the campus is the USC Horseshoe.

Fun fact: Sam lived on the horseshoe in the Rutledge college her freshman year at the university of South Carolina. During the Civil War, Rutledge served as a Confederate hospital. The college was desegregated from 1873-1877, and then hosted the State Normal School, which trained African-American teachers.

Located about 10 minutes outside of downtown Columbia.

Along the west side of Congaree River, between Gervais Street and Knox Abbott Drive, is the West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater. This 4.5 acres of the Three Rivers Greenway has a half-mile path, walk and enjoy the views of downtown along the way.

The State House located downtown is a beautiful building home to the Governors office, as well as the House and Senate chambers.

Free guided and self-guided tours of the State House are available Monday - Friday.
Located on main street in downtown, it’s a short walk from the vista or the USC campus.

Located right in the heart of the Vista. Up to 6 players will be put to the ultimate test of teamwork and problem solving as they try to escape puzzle scenarios before time runs out!

The Joint at 1710 is crafted after traditional Jazz Halls that were popular in the heartland of the US in the 1940s. Set in the historical district of Main Street, in downtown Columbia, SC, the venue provides a warm/rustic setting for all customers to enjoy cuisine, craft cocktails, and live jazz and blues entertainment.

Seafood, raw bar with oysters from Canada to Louisiana; Low Country, and regional favorites. Full-service bar.

Open Mon-Thurs at 4 PM & Sat-Sun at 12 PM.

Located just steps from the South Carolina State Capitol building in the historic Brennen Building (1869). Bourbon, a whiskey bar and Cajun-Creole restaurant. Specializing in bourbon, whiskey, craft cocktails and the flavors of the Louisiana Bayou. Currently offering the largest whiskey list in SC.

Open Tues-Sat at 4:30 PM

Housed in the historic Hennessey’s building on Main Street, Hendrix is a hip and happening eatery with a spectacular rooftop bar.

Blue Marlin Restaurant located in the heart of the vista is great option for lunch or dinner with their South Carolina Low Country Inspired dishes.

Mon - Fri : 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sat-4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sun-11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

If you are looking for a restaurant for dinner Cola's restaurant is a great option. Located in a restored 1930's RC Cola bottling plant, specializing in seafood, steaks and other culinary creations influenced by a broad range of ethnic cooking.

Opened Tuesday-Saturday at 5PM

Located outside of the Vista in downtown Five Points, it's a five points staple since 1979, The Gourmet Shop specializes in fine cheese, wine, cookware, glassware, cutlery, kitchen supplies, coffee, chocolates, caviar, and more! They are also a local favorite for brunch & lunch!

Café Hours 9am to 4pm Every Day

Open for outdoor dining, indoor dining, carry out, and catering.

An award winning local favorite restaurant since 1989. Motor Supply Co. Bistro is one of the first restaurants to have opened in the historic Congaree Vista.

Hours:

LUNCH: Tues-friday 11:00 am- 2:00 pm

DINNER: Tues – Thurs 5:00pm – 9:00pm

Fri – Sat 5:00pm – 10:00pm

Sun 5:00 pm– 9:00pm

BRUNCH: Sat 11:00am – 2:00pm

Sun 10:00am – 2:00pm

A local favorite for lunch or dinner if you are craving chips and queso, or margaritas.

Open: MON-SUN - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Happy hour - Mon - Fri: 4pm -7pm

If you are looking for a late night bar, a Columbia favorite is Carolina Western Pub. Offering live Country music bands. Located walking distance from the Hyatt place in the Vista.
Brace yourselves for lots of cowboy boots and line dancing, this bar is sure to give you all the southern feels!

Located in the Vista walking distance from the Hyatt Place is the best dessert bar. Offering a rotating selection of delectable desserts made in-house daily, in addition to heaping milkshakes, specialty coffees, and dessert martinis. Full beer, wine, and liquor selection are also available.

HOURS: MON - THURS 5PM - 10PM, FRIDAY -4PM - 1AM, SAT- 12PM - 1AM, and SUN-

12PM - 10PM

Grab a few friends and hop on our 2-hour long pedaling pub bar crawl tour in downtown Columbia! Book online.

Tin roof is a fun bar located walking distance from the Hyatt Place. It also offers food and live music!

A casual bar located in the vista, walking distance from the Hyatt place. Offers bar food, drinks and pool tables.

Open daily at 5 PM.

All day happy hour on Thursdays.

For those who enjoy wine and painting, check out Studio Cellar, a locally owned and operated Paint Bar where everyone is welcome and no skills are needed.

Unique, eclectic, late night bar located in the vista.

Opened until 2 am every night of the week.

A fun bar located in five points.

They also have a fun space, and offer "yappy hour" that's a dog friendly happy hour. Great place for dog lovers or , people who are traveling with their dogs. If you plan to bring a dog make sure to get them YAPPY CERTIFIED You can register here: https://www.joinit.org/o/jakes-bar-and-grill-1

Bar Hours

Tue – Fri: 4:00 pm – 4:00 am

Sat: 4:00 pm – 2:00 am

Sun: 11:00 am – 2:00 am