Saluda Gardens
District of West Columbia
in Lexington County of South Carolina, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
33.993 and -81.074 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 33° 59' 36" and W -81° 4' 26"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
Local Time: 05:00 PM (Saturday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
12:30 am and 2:11 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-33.937 and 115.018 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Burnside
References
This place on Geonames.org
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Delve into Saluda Gardens

The district Saluda Gardens of West Columbia in Lexington County (South Carolina) is a subburb in United States about 406 mi south-west of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Columbia, Lexington, Winnsboro, Saint Matthews and Camden. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 20°C / 68 °F

Morning Temperature 21°C / 70 °F
Evening Temperature 19°C / 67 °F
Night Temperature 19°C / 66 °F
Chance of rainfall 3%
Air Humidity 94%
Air Pressure 1018 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 5 km/h (3 mph) from North
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Sunday, 5th of May 2024

27°C (80 °F)
20°C (69 °F)
Heavy intensity rain, light breeze, scattered clouds.

Monday, 6th of May 2024

27°C (81 °F)
19°C (66 °F)
Moderate rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Tuesday, 7th of May 2024

26°C (79 °F)
25°C (77 °F)
Broken clouds, moderate breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Aloft Columbia Downtown

Address
2,0 mi
823 LADY STREET
29201 Columbia
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbia Greystone

Address
1,5 mi
200 Stoneridge Drive
29210 Columbia
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


BAYMONT COLUMBIA NORTHWEST

Address
3,4 mi
347 ZIMALCREST DRIVE
29210 Columbia
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Suburban Extended Stay Hotel Columbia

Address
1,4 mi
150 Stoneridge Drive
29210 Columbia
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia

Address
1,7 mi
230 Greystone Boulevard
29210 Columbia
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Holiday Inn & Suites COLUMBIA-AIRPORT

Address
2,1 mi
110 McSwain Drive
29169 WEST COLUMBIA
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport

Address
2,1 mi
1094 Chris Dr.
29169 West Columbia
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Residence Inn Columbia West/Lexington

Address
2,6 mi
122 Mathias Road
29169 West COLUMBIA
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Staybridge Suites COLUMBIA

Address
1,7 mi
1913 Huger Street
29201 COLUMBIA
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


SpringHill Suites Columbia Downtown/The Vista

Address
1,7 mi
511 Lady Street
29201 Columbia
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Women and Heart Disease - Lydia's Story

Published: February 11, 2014
Length: 32:55 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Lexington Medical Center

Every Woman Blogger, Lydia Scott, shares her journey with heart disease.


Norton - Why did you choose medicine?

Published: July 04, 2013
Length: 19:10 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Lexington Medical Center

Dr. Terry Norton discusses his practice at Lexington Medical Center. http://southernsurgicalgroup.com.


Johnson - Defining moment in my career

Published: December 23, 2013
Length: 16:20 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Lexington Medical Center

Dr. Crystal Johnson discusses her practice at Lexington Medical Center. http://sandhillswomenscare.com.


Alex wins JV boys race at Coaches Classic 9/11/2010

Published: September 12, 2010
Length: 01:50 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: nopenguin4u

764 boys in race. This video was uploaded from an Android phone.


Grizzly Bears wrestle at Riverbanks Zoo

Published: March 18, 2013
Length: 50:06 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: dmitri

Two male Grizzly Bears fighting in Zoo. About: http://www.riverbanks.org/animals/factsheet/gbear.shtml.


Riverbanks Zoo Zip at the Zoo, Zoom the River

Published: May 12, 2014
Length: 06:53 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: John Tyler

Riverbanks Zoo Zip at the Zoo. This is the long zipline across the Saluda River. Unfortunately, the camera was attacked by a giant finger during the recording of this video.


Saluda River 8000 cfs -- Creek Line Kayak Carnage

Published: April 11, 2012
Length: 57:14 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: LesJustinCase

Thanks, rescuers.


Saluda River CFK 10000 cfs.mpg

Published: May 13, 2012
Length: 43:13 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: LesJustinCase

During the rafting fundraiser for Canoeing For Kids, the local power company generously donates 10000 cfs of water to the Saluda River in Columbia, SC.


Saluda River Kayak Practice

Published: December 07, 2012
Length: 09:38 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: LesJustinCase

Low water practice at Stacey's Ledge, Square Eddy, Raceline, Millrace. Right in downtown Columbia, SC.


2013 Saluda Shootout - Week 2 - Heat 2 - 1st Person

Published: August 09, 2013
Length: 48:55 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Ian Randolph

2013 Saluda Shootout - Week 2 - Heat 2 - 1st Person Edited with the YouTube Video Editor (http://www.youtube.com/editor)


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Columbia, South Carolina

Columbia is the state capital and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina. The population was 129,272 according to the 2010 census. The 2011 United States Census estimates put the city at 130,591. Columbia is the county seat of Richland County, but a portion of the city extends into neighboring Lexington County. The city is the center of a metropolitan statistical area of 784,745, the second-largest within the state.

Located at 34.0006, -81.0442 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Cities in South Carolina, Populated places in Richland County, South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, County seats in South Carolina, Populated places established in 1787, Planned cities in the United States, University towns in the United States, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Populated places in Lexington County, South Carolina

St. Andrews, South Carolina

St. Andrews is a census-designated place (CDP) in Richland County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 20,493 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Columbia, South Carolina Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Located at 34.0436, -81.0978 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Richland County, South Carolina, Census-designated places in South Carolina, Populated places in South Carolina with African American majority populations, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area

Congaree Vista

Congaree Vista is a cosmopolitan section of Columbia, South Carolina, near the banks of the Congaree River, which was revitalized during the late 1990s and early 2000s. The section includes many small, upscale shops and restaurants, often in renovated warehouse buildings. "The Vista," as it is known by locals, is centered on one of the city's old train stations along Gervais Street.

Located at 33.9998, -81.0386 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Columbia, South Carolina, Neighborhoods in South Carolina

Colonial Life Arena

The Colonial Life Arena is a multi-purpose arena in Columbia, South Carolina, primarily home to the University of South Carolina men's and women's basketball teams. Opened as a replacement for the Carolina Coliseum with the name Carolina Center in 2002, the 18,000 seat arena is also host to various events like conferences, concerts, and graduation ceremonies throughout the year. It is the largest arena in the state of South Carolina and the tenth largest .

Located at 33.995, -81.0372 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
College basketball venues in the United States, Basketball venues in South Carolina, Indoor ice hockey venues in the United States, South Carolina Gamecocks basketball venues, Arena football venues, University of South Carolina sports venues

EdVenture

EdVenture is the largest children's museum in the Southeast, located in Columbia, South Carolina. EdVenture opened to the public in 2003. It has 8 galleries covering 67,000 square feet, plus hands-on exhibits, 2 resource centers, and a 200-seat theater. 40,000 square feet of the total 67,000 square feet is devoted to exhibit galleries, laboratories and visitor amenities. An additional 7,000 square feet of outdoor gallery space is located just outside the museum's front door.

Located at 33.9972, -81.0481 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Museums in Columbia, South Carolina, Children's museums in South Carolina

Riverbanks Zoo

The Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is a 170-acre zoo, aquarium, and botanical garden located at 500 Wildlife Parkway, along the Saluda River, in Columbia, South Carolina, USA. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

Located at 34.0097, -81.0724 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Botanical gardens in South Carolina, Buildings and structures in Columbia, South Carolina, Zoos in South Carolina, Protected areas of Richland County, South Carolina, Visitor attractions in Columbia, South Carolina

Broad River (Carolinas)

For other rivers with the same name, see Broad River (disambiguation). The Broad River is a principal tributary of the Congaree River, about 150 miles (240 km) long, in western North Carolina and northern South Carolina in the United States. Via the Congaree, it is part of the watershed of the Santee River, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean.

Located at 34.0074, -81.0591 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Rivers of North Carolina, Rivers of South Carolina, Geography of Buncombe County, North Carolina, Geography of Cherokee County, South Carolina, Geography of Chester County, South Carolina, Geography of Cleveland County, North Carolina, Geography of Columbia, South Carolina, Geography of Fairfield County, South Carolina, Geography of Newberry County, South Carolina, Geography of Polk County, North Carolina, Geography of Richland County, South Carolina, Geography of Rutherford County, North Carolina, Geography of Union County, South Carolina, Geography of York County, South Carolina

Saluda River

The Saluda River is a principal tributary of the Congaree River, about 200 mi (320 km) long, in northern and western South Carolina in the United States. Via the Congaree River, it is part of the watershed of the Santee River, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean.

Located at 34.0058, -81.063 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Rivers of South Carolina, Geography of Columbia, South Carolina, Geography of Abbeville County, South Carolina, Geography of Anderson County, South Carolina, Geography of Greenville County, South Carolina, Geography of Greenwood County, South Carolina, Geography of Laurens County, South Carolina, Geography of Lexington County, South Carolina, Geography of Pickens County, South Carolina, Geography of Richland County, South Carolina, Geography of Saluda County, South Carolina

Jefferson Square

For the historic park in Omaha, Nebraska see Jefferson Square (Omaha). Jefferson Square, an office complex in downtown Columbia, South Carolina, is the headquarters of the state's Department of Health and Human Services, which oversees the Medicaid program for South Carolinians. Located at 1801 Main St. in the city's historic Arsenal Hill neighborhood, the complex includes a 12-story, 150,000 sq ft . office tower, a two-story courtyard plaza and The Lunch Box, a popular deli.

Located at 34.0101, -81.0384 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in South Carolina, Buildings and structures in Columbia, South Carolina

Finlay Park

Finlay Park, at 14 acres, is the largest and most visited park in downtown Columbia, South Carolina. The park opened in 1991. Initially named Sidney Park, it was renamed after a former Columbia mayor Kirkman Finlay. In the park there is a scenic waterfall along with cascading mountain type stream falling to the park lake. There are picnic tables, two playground areas and a cafe. The park is a favorite for families. Outdoor movies are played on Friday nights during the summer months.

Located at 34.0075, -81.0419 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Parks in South Carolina, Geography of Columbia, South Carolina, Protected areas of Richland County, South Carolina, Visitor attractions in Columbia, South Carolina

New Brookland Tavern

New Brookland Tavern is a bar and music venue located in West Columbia, South Carolina. New Brookland Tavern is one of, if not the oldest, continuous running music venues in the Columbia area. It is known for presenting live music 365 days a year. It takes its name from the previous name for West Columbia.

Located at 33.9937, -81.056 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Music venues in South Carolina, Buildings and structures in Lexington County, South Carolina

Columbia Museum of Art

The following history of the Columbia Museum of Art is based upon information contained in Charles R. Mack,European Art in the Columbia Museum of Art. Volume I: The Thirtenth Through the Sixteenth Century, Columbia: Univ. of South Carolina Press, 2009, pp.12-14 and Robert Ochs, The Columbia Art Association, 1915-1975.

Located at 34.0058, -81.0361 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Art museums in South Carolina, Museums in Columbia, South Carolina, Institutions accredited by the American Alliance of Museums

Carolina Stadium

Carolina Stadium is a stadium in Columbia, South Carolina on the banks of the Congaree River. The facility was built for a cost of $35.6 million and is used for college baseball as home to the University of South Carolina Gamecocks baseball team. In four seasons in the ballpark, the Gamecocks have a home record of 124-26 and have sold out many games.

Located at 33.9867, -81.0439 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
College baseball venues in the United States, University of South Carolina sports venues, Baseball venues in South Carolina, South Carolina Gamecocks baseball

Columbia High School (Columbia, South Carolina)

Columbia High School is a four year public high school in the St. Andrews area of Columbia, South Carolina, USA, which was built in 1975. Columbia High School was originally housed in the former Columbia Female Academy (established 1816) at 1323 Washington Street at the corner with Marion Street. This building was leased to the Richland County Commissioners of Schools in 1884. The school became Columbia's first public high school in 1895 as the Washington Street School.

Located at 34.05, -81.0917 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Schools in Columbia, South Carolina, Public high schools in South Carolina

WISW

WISW is a news/talk radio station licensed to Columbia, South Carolina. It serves the Columbia, South Carolina market. The Cumulus Media outlet is licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to broadcast at 1320 kHz with 5,000 watts daytime and 2,500 watts nighttime, directional. The station goes by the name Newstalk 1320 WIS. WISW is frequently known as "News Talk 1320 WIS" or "WIS Radio", taking the base of its call sign from the former WIS.

Located at 34.0042, -81.0708 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations in South Carolina, News and talk radio stations in the United States, Cumulus Media radio stations, Radio stations established in 1945

WARQ

WARQ is a Modern Rock radio station licensed to Columbia, South Carolina and serves the Columbia market. The YMF Media outlet is licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to broadcast at 93.5 MHz with an effective radiated power (ERP) of 2.8 kW. The station goes by the name Rock 93.5 and its current slogan is "New Rock Now."

Located at 34.001, -81.035 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations in South Carolina, Modern rock radio stations in the United States, Radio stations established in 1971

Columbia (Amtrak station)

The Columbia Amtrak station, located in Columbia, South Carolina, is a passenger rail station served by an Amtrak passenger train, the Silver Star. The street address is 850 Pulaski Street, about three miles southeast of the downtown area. The station opened in 1991, replacing the 1903-built Seaboard Air Line station two blocks east.

Located at 33.9943, -81.0403 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Amtrak stations in South Carolina, Railway stations opened in 1991, Buildings and structures in Columbia, South Carolina, Transportation in Richland County, South Carolina

WWNQ

WWNQ is a country music radio station licensed to Forest Acres, South Carolina and serves the Columbia, South Carolina market. The Hometown Columbia outlet is licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to broadcast at 94.3 MHz with an effective radiated power (ERP) of 2,550 watts. The station goes by the name Carolina Country on-air.

Located at 34.001, -81.035 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations in South Carolina, Radio stations established in 1996

WOIC

WOIC is a News/Talk radio station licensed to Columbia, South Carolina. It serves the Columbia market. The YMF Media outlet is licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to broadcast at 1230 kHz with power of 1,000 watts full-time. The station goes by the name WOIC 1230.

Located at 33.9928, -81.0458 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations in South Carolina

St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church (Columbia, South Carolina)

St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church is located at 1529 Assembly St. in Columbia, South Carolina. This is the second building of the oldest Catholic parish in Columbia and the Midlands of South Carolina. The St. Peter's Church was listed the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. The first resident Catholic priest came to Columbia in 1820. St. Peter's first church, designed by the South Carolina architect Robert Mills, was completed in 1824.

Located at 34.0056, -81.0378 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Properties of religious function on the National Register of Historic Places in South Carolina, Religious buildings completed in 1906, 20th-century Roman Catholic church buildings, Frank Pierce Milburn buildings, Roman Catholic churches in South Carolina, Gothic Revival architecture in South Carolina, National Register of Historic Places in Columbia, South Carolina, Churches in Columbia, South Carolina

Dutch Square

Dutch Square is an enclosed shopping mall located in the city of Columbia, South Carolina. Currently, it features more than sixty stores and restaurants, as well an AMC movie theater. Its anchor stores are Belk (the most successful Belk in Columbia) and Burlington Coat Factory. When it opened in 1970, the mall was advertised as the "largest mall in the Carolinas".

Located at 34.033, -81.092 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Buildings and structures in Columbia, South Carolina, Shopping malls in South Carolina, Visitor attractions in Columbia, South Carolina

Richland County Public Library

Richland County Public Library is the public library system of Richland County, South Carolina. It has 11 branches including its 242,000 sq ft Main Library. In 2001, it was named the National Library of the Year by the Library Journal and the Gale Group.

Located at 34.0042, -81.0375 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Public libraries in South Carolina, Education in Columbia, South Carolina, Buildings and structures in Columbia, South Carolina, Education in Richland County, South Carolina

Capture of Columbia

The capture of Columbia occurred February 17–18, 1865, during the Carolinas Campaign of the American Civil War. The state capital of Columbia, South Carolina, was captured by Union forces under Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman and much of the city was burned.

Located at 34.0007, -81.0348 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Carolinas Campaign, Battles of the Western Theater of the American Civil War, Union victories of the American Civil War, South Carolina in the American Civil War, Richland County, South Carolina, 1865 in South Carolina

Logan Elementary School

Logan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbia, South Carolina. It was built in 1913. The building was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

Located at 34.0119, -81.045 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
National Register of Historic Places in Columbia, South Carolina, School buildings completed in 1913, Buildings and structures in Columbia, South Carolina, Schools in Columbia, South Carolina, Public elementary schools in South Carolina

Brookland-Cayce High School

Brookland-Cayce High School in Cayce, South Carolina, USA, is a public high school, built in 1932. Named for the cities of Brookland (now West Columbia) and Cayce, which it originally served, the school now serves parts of West Columbia, Cayce, South Congaree, Pine Ridge, and Gaston. It was founded in order to serve the communities across the Congaree River from Columbia.

Located at 33.9819, -81.0572 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Public high schools in South Carolina, Schools in Lexington County, South Carolina

Districts of the same city

These districts also belong to West Columbia.

Other districts

These are districts that are close by, but belong to a different city than West Columbia.

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