The Saturday Market on Main Street (referred to as Soda City Market) is inspired by traditional European street markets. Everything sold at the market is unique, hand crafted, and produced in the Southeast. Open every Saturday morning 9 a.m. –1 p.m., year-round, rain or shine!
A Five Points staple since 1979, The Gourmet Shop is your local purveyor of fine cheese, wine, cookware, glassware, cutlery, kitchen supplies, coffee, chocolates, caviar, and more! We serve brunch and lunch in our cafe and offer custom catering services, gift baskets, and exciting events.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is home to more than 2,000 magnificent and fascinating animals and one of the nation’s most beautiful and inspiring botanical gardens. The lush 170-acre site features dynamic natural habitat exhibits, scenic river views, spectacular valley overlooks and significant historic landmarks.
The South Carolina State Museum is an ever-changing, innovative institution reflecting the essence and diversity of South Carolina, a catalyst for the cultural and educational development of our state and a model among museums nationally.
Strategically centered in downtown Columbia, the South Carolina State House is the seat of state government in SouthCarolina. The State House is home to the Governor's office, as well as the House and Senate chambers. Free guided and self-guided tours of the State House are available Monday - Friday. Visitors may enter the State House through the public entrance which is on the Sumter Street side of the building.