Columbia, South Carolina

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We stayed 2 nights at Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, SC. One of the days we went into town and walked in the downtown district, strolled around part of University of South Carolina, walked along the Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, walked through downtown Finlay Park, and had a delicious lunch at Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli.

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Photos

Tunnel Vision Mural
Painted on the side of a business a few blocks from downtown.

The full image
It looked like you could step into the painting.

Finlay Park
A 14 acre park that opened in 1991 in downtown Columbia. Once a popular spot for families it is now the home of the city's largest homeless population. There are plans to revitalize the park, but no evidence that work has begun.

Findlay Park Waterfall
There is a lovely waterfall that cascades to the park's lake. Unfortunately, it has been shut down for over 2 years in need of repairs. You can tell this was a lovely park in its prime.

Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
Pedestrian bridge over the Columbia Canal.

Bridge
There was a very nice walking and biking path that crossed the water. There were many individuals, couples, and families enjoying the path.

Amphitheater
Across the water is a lovely amphitheater

SC Crimes Victim's Memorial Garden
Opened in April of 2015 at Riverfront Park. Meant to be a place of tranquility and remembrance of loved ones lost.

University of South Carolina Mascot
Photo with Cocky on USC campus.

Williams-Brice Stadium
The football stadium for the South Carolina Gamecocks, the University of South Carolina's football team. The stadium seats 77,559 fans.