Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Tours

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From fangs to fur and feathers, there are all types of animals to observe Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. But don't just look, listen too! You'll hear some incredible noises happening around you.

Situated in Columbia, this wildlife attraction is well worth including on your itinerary. But you'll find a great deal more to see and do in the area. University of South Carolina, South Carolina State House, and Williams Brice Stadium are within close reach of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

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Ramada Limited Columbia

Ramada Limited Columbia

2 out of 5
per person
Aug 1 - Aug 6
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Columbia (CAE)
7.8/10 Good! (786 reviews)
Convenient to where I needed to be.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Graduate Columbia, S.C.

Graduate Columbia, S.C.

4 out of 5
Downtown Columbia
per person
Jun 22 - Jun 28
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Columbia (CAE)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
Beautiful property and comfortable rooms. I was there on business and didn't have time to walk around the area, but I was able to enjoy a drink in the bar. I was very happy with my stay.

Reviewed on May 13, 2024

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/Southeast-Ft. Jackson

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/Southeast-Ft. Jackson

2.5 out of 5
per person
Aug 1 - Aug 6
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Columbia (CAE)
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The staff were very kind and helpful. Ms. Williams went above and beyond with the breakfasts. The rooms were big and very clean.

Reviewed on May 15, 2024

Reviews of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
45
" "4 - Good 21.12676056338028%
3 - Okay
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" "3 - Okay 11.267605633802816%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 0.9389671361502347%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 0.4694835680751174%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Mar 21, 2020

If you have kids buy the extra wristband for attractions not included with general admission.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Aug 27, 2019

I wish the zoo had a train to ride on in order to sightsee.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 25, 2019

It's really expensive. But we were glad we went.

5/5 - Excellent

Jenn
Jun 11, 2019

Very expensive food. Bring your own!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 4, 2019

It was fun and the food is worth the money.

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3.5 out of 5
200 Stoneridge Dr, Columbia, SC
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2.5 out of 5
185 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC
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2.5 out of 5
180 Stoneridge Dr, Columbia, SC
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2.5 out of 5
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4 out of 5
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3.5 out of 5
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3 out of 5
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3 out of 5
819 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC
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Staybridge Suites Columbia, an IHG Hotel
Staybridge Suites Columbia, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
1913 Huger Street, Columbia, SC
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