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State House

Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 771-7000
Ranked #2 of 40 attractions in Columbia
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
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Aiken, South Carolina, United States
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012
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excellent state house with a lot of exhibits and interesting sights. Well presented to the casual visitor More

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Columbia, South Carolina
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

The grounds are nice to walk around, or run the stairs for a good workout. More

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bardstown
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012
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There has been something historic going on everytime I have passed the steps of the State House. This week they were commemorating the fallen soldiers. More

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Grand Rapids
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Beautiful setup. It was a pleasant walk around the capital. The paths hold a few statues and such. The native flora is a nice compliment and the whole packets makes for an enjoyable stroll. More

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saranger
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150 reviews 150 reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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Visited the State House today on a self-guided tour. Great 20 minute video orientation film in the auditorium. Informative brochures on both the State House and the Grounds (with information about the trees and statues/memorials). The House and Senate were not in session today (only Tues-Thurs January-June) but both chambers were open. Fascinating to see the Mace and Sword in... More

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Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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It was very cool to be able to walk the paths around the State House. We didn't realize it would be closed on a Saturday to visitors (it was about noon when we were there, maybe it was open later??) The grounds were beautiful, it was a great way to spend some time walking around and relaxing. More

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Augusta, Georgia, United States
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

I enjoyed the visit to the State House. It was quite nice. There was not enough pretty ladies around. More

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Touring the State House and Grounds is very interesting, something every good Sandlapper should do More

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South Carolina
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012
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We have been here a few times over the years and have taken a tour twice. On a nice day the grounds are very attractive, and the inside is definitely worth a look. The tours are interesting, too. More

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Columbia, South Carolina
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

Fancy building, interesting architecture, wear shorts because of all the hot air inside the building. More

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