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Columbia weather essentials

Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Nov
64°F 17°C
40°F 4°C
2 in 5 cm
Dec
55°F 12°C
33°F 0°C
2 in 5 cm
Jan
54°F 12°C
32°F 0°C
3 in 8 cm
Feb
58°F 14°C
35°F 1°C
3 in 8 cm
Mar
65°F 18°C
41°F 5°C
3 in 8 cm
Apr
73°F 22°C
50°F 10°C
3 in 7 cm

Extended Forecast
Thursday
Nov 12
Hi:
59°F 15°C
Lo:
41°F 5°C
Friday
Nov 13
Hi:
67°F 19°C
Lo:
47°F 8°C
Saturday
Nov 14
Hi:
70°F 21°C
Lo:
49°F 9°C
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Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 19 attractions in Columbia

A popular zoo best known for its beautiful butterfly gardens and family-friendly atmosphere.

Attraction type: Nature center; Zoo; Garden
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South Carolina State Museum
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 19 attractions in Columbia

The South Carolina State Museum is filled with the best of the state's history, science and technology, art and natural history. Science demonstrations, hands-on exhibits, fine art and a children's center make this one of the top family attractions in the state. Sit in a replica of an1830s steam engine, gaze at a 43 foot model of a prehistoric white shark, step into a one room schoolhouse - it's always fun at the State Museum!

Attraction type: Museum; Science museum
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Gervais & Vine
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 19 attractions in Columbia
Attraction type: Bar/club; Other
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State House
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 19 attractions in Columbia
Attraction type: Historic site
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Robert Mills Historic House and Park
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 19 attractions in Columbia

Designed by Robert Mills who also designed the Washington Monument.

Attraction type: Historic home
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Mann-Simons Cottage
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 19 attractions in Columbia

The former home of a slave who bought her freedom, which is now a major attraction on a bus tour to explore black history.

Attraction type: Historic home
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Finley Park
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 19 attractions in Columbia
Attraction type: Park
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Columbia Museum of Art
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 19 attractions in Columbia
Attraction type: Art museum
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University of South Carolina
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 19 attractions in Columbia

University of South Carolina.

Attraction type: Educational site
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Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 19 attractions in Columbia

One of the oldest historical homes in Columbia.

Attraction type: Historic home
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Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 19 attractions in Columbia

A cathedral modeled after the York Minster in England.

Attraction type: Religious site
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The Capitol Club
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 19 attractions in Columbia
Attraction type: Gay bar
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First Baptist Church

A historic building built in 1859.

Attraction type: Historic site
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Columbia Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau

LISTING CORRECTIONS:   Columbia Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau is located at 1010 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201.  The website address is http://www.columb... Columbia Regional...

Attraction type: Tourist/visitor center
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Congaree Vista

Historic riverfront area.

Attraction type: Historic walking area
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State Capitol

A beautiful building with wonderful architectural detail.

Attraction type: Government building; Architectural building
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Wilson House

The home of former President Woodrow Wilson.

Attraction type: Historic home
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Governor's Mansion
Attraction type: Government building; Historic home
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Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Attraction type: Convention center
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