Capital City lake murray country From enclaves of art galleries and the energetic nightlife districts of South Carolina’s capital city, to nature trails winding through old-growth forests and lakefront adventures—plus three scenic rivers running through it all—this region seamlessly blends big-city culture and outdoor pursuits. See where historic buildings are living new lives as trendy restaurants and breweries, and where quiet tree-lined streets lead you through welcoming neighborhoods. LOCAL MUST-SEES TIMMERMAN TRAIL , Cayce • LAKE MURRAY , Chapin • RIVERBANKS ZOO & GARDEN , Columbia • HARBISON THEATRE AT MIDLANDS TECHNICAL COLLEGE , Irmo • CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK , Hopkins • MERCER HOUSE WINERY , Lexington • NEWBERRY OPERA HOUSE , Newberry • OLD MILL ANTIQUE MALL , West Columbia West Columbia Riverwalk Park 61