Points of
Interest
ALLEN UNIVERSITY
@allenuniversitySC |
@allenuniv
allenuniversity.edu
BENEDICT COLLEGE
@officialbenedictpage |
@benedicteEDU
@benedict_college | benedict.edu
BULL STREET DISTRICT
The Bull Street District is home of the
Columbia Fireflies Minor League Baseball
team and the First Base Building, the largest
private office building constructed in Columbia
since 2009. It also features a 20-acre public
park with trails and a pond.
@BullStreetSC | Bullstreetsc.com
COLONIAL LIFE ARENA
@coloniallifearena |
@CLAmktg
coloniallifearena.com
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
@columbiacollegesc
@columbiakoala
| columbiasc.edu
COLUMBIA METROPOLITAN AIRPORT
@flycae |
@caeairport | flycae.com
* Not shown on map
COLUMBIA MTRO. CONVENTION CTR
@conventioncenter |
@columbiamcc
columbiaconventioncenter.com
COLUMBIA MUSEUM OF ART
The heart of the Columbia Museum of Art is its
collection, which encompasses 7,000 works
and spans 5,000 years of art history. The
CMA has themed collection galleries, beautiful
works of art and activities for all ages.
@columbiamuseum |
@colamuseum
ColumbiaMuseum.org
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COLUMBIA SC 63 TOUR
Columbia SC 63: Our Story Matters is a
historical tourism non-profit agency dedicated
to the untold stories of the Civil Rights
Movement in Columbia that offers walking
and bus tours.
@ColumbiaSC63 | Columbiasc63.com
CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK
nps.gov/cong * Not shown on map
DECKER BLVD BUSINESS COALITION
Decker Boulevard is a vibrant multi-cultural
two mile commercial district famously known
as the official “International Corridor” for
Richland County. | DeckerBBC.org
DEVINE STREET
Nestled in the heart of Shandon, Devine
Street features a unique blend of boutiques,
eclectic dining establishments and traditional
businesses. This mile-long, tree-lined avenue
offers you the opportunity to visit more than
100 locally-owned businesses.
@DevineStreet |
@DevineStCola
Devinestreetcolumbiasc.com
FIVE POINTS
Named for the five-pronged intersection of
Santee Avenue, Harden Street and Devine
Street, Five Points has been a diverse shopping
and commercial district for over 100 years.
This village neighborhood plays host to
daytime activities such as sidewalk dining and
shopping. At night, Five Points turns into one of
Columbia’s most vibrant entertainment districts.
@
FivePointsSC
Fivepointscolumbia.com
FORT JACKSON
@
fortjackson
|
home.army.mil/jackson
HARBISON STATE FOREST
state.sc.us/forest/refharb
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KOGER CENTER FOR THE ARTS
The Koger Center for the Arts at the
University of South Carolina stands out as a
cultural destination for audiences seeking
diverse experiences in a lively and dynamic
setting. The Koger Center for The Arts
features local arts groups, performances by
both the UofSC School of Music and Dance
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Department, as well as touring Broadway
shows and other national artists.
@KogerCenterfortheArts
@KogerCenter | Kogercenterforthearts.com
MAIN STREET DISTRICT
City Center Partnership manages the Main
Street District, a 36 block area bounded
by Gervais, Elmwood,
Assembly and Marion
streets. Enjoy art, live
entertainment, cultural
events, shopping and
some of the greatest
foodie hotspots in the
heart of the Capital City.
@mainstcolaSC | Mainstcolasc.com
MTC HARBISON THEATRE
@
HarbisonTheatre
harbisontheatre.org * Not shown on map
NORTH MAIN STREET DISTRICT
northcolumbiabusinessassociation.com
@nomacolumbia
RICHLAND LIBRARY MAIN
Richland Library is a vibrant, contemporary
organization offering state-of-the-art
technology, a variety of literacy cultural
programs and 12 bustling facilities located
throughout the county, Richland Library
provides a modern experience.
@RichlandLibrary |
@AccessFreely
Richlandlibrary.com
RIVERBANKS ZOO
AND GARDEN
Riverbanks Zoo and
Garden is home to more
than 2,000 magnificent
and fascinating animals
and one of the nation’s
most beautiful and
inspiring botanical gardens.
@RiverbanksZoo | Riverbanks.org
SC STATE LIBRARY
@southcarolinastatelibrary
@
scstatelibrary
|
statelibrary.sc.gov
SC STATE MUSEUM
@scstatemuseum
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scmuseum.org
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SALUDA SHOALS
@irmochapinrecreationcommission
@irmochapinrec * Not shown on map
icrc.net/parks/saluda-shoals-park
SESQUICENTENNIAL STATE PARK
@sc.state.parks |
@scstateparks
@SC_State_Parks * Not shown on map
southcarolinaparks.com/sesqui
SODA CITY MARKET
Open every Saturday morning year-round, rain
or shine. Join the party at 1500 Block of Main
Street from 9am-1pm.
@SodaCity |
@sodacitysc
sodacitysc.com
STATE FAIRGROUNDS
scstatefair.org
STATE HOUSE
scstatehouse.gov
THE TOWNSHIP
@thetownshipauditorium
@townshipsc | thetownship.org
THREE RIVERS GREENWAY
@theriveralliance | threeriversgreenway.com
TRUSTUS THEATRE
@TrustusTheatre | trustus.org
THE VISTA
@vistaguild |
@vistacolumbiasc
vistacolumbia.com
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA
@UofSC | SC.edu
VISITORS CENTER
Located in the historic Vista district, you can
stop by to see our knowledgeable staff who
are eager to assist you with area information.
Whether visiting, conducting business or
attending a meeting or event, be sure to stop
by the Columbia SC Visitors Center.
@ExperienceColumbiaSC
@ColumbiaSC
| ColumbiaMuseum.org
WILLIAMSBRICE STADIUM
facilities.gamecocksonline.com
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Accessibility | All The COMET vehicles are
fully equipped with mobility aid ramp or a lift
and a mobility aid securement area with space
for two to four mobility aids. The bus operator
will provide assistance with normal boarding
or exiting, mobility device securement and
operation of the lift/ramp. Bus operators are
required to secure all mobility aids before the
bus can leave the transit stop. Larger buses can
also kneel. DART is the paratransit service for
persons with disabilities unable to board
The COMET buses or access a transit stop
for any trip purpose. In order to use DART,
customers must complete an application.
For more information about DART, call
(803) 255-7123. Fare is $4.00 one way
with 10-Ride Pass available for sale.
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 |
Central Midlands Transit (COMET) is committed
to ensuring that no person is excluded from
participation in or denied the benefits of its
services on the basis of race, color or national
origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, as amended. For more information,
or to file a complaint, contact The COMET Civil
Rights Officer, 3613 Lucius Road, Columbia, SC
29201, FTA Office of Civil Rights, Attention:
Title VI Program. Coordinator, East Building —
5th Floor TCR, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590 or SCDOT, Attn: Title
VI Program Coordinator at (803) 737-5095,
or in writing to the SCDOT Office of Business
Development & Special Programs, 955 Park
Street, Suite 117, Columbia SC 29202.
Additional
Information
Customer Service
Weekdays
Weekends
& Holidays
COMET Central:
1745 Sumter St
5a.m. - 11:45p.m. 6a.m.-10p.m.
Customer Svcs. 7a.m. - 7p.m. 8a.m. - 5p.m.
Call Center 6a.m. - 9p.m. 7a.m. - 7p.m.
DART Service 9a.m. - 5p.m. N/A
Lost and Found | If you leave an item on The
COMET bus, please call (803) 253-7100 to
see if it has been retrieved. The COMET or its
contractors are not responsible for lost or stolen
items on board its vehicles. Items not retrieved
within 30 days will be donated to local charity
or disposed of.
Bicycles | Bicycle racks are located on the front
of all fixed route buses. Racks are available on
a first come-first served basis. Customers are
responsible for loading and unloading bicycles,
and use the racks at their own risk.
Animals | Service animals are welcome.
Non-service animals may travel on the bus if
secured in a cage or muzzle.
Inclement Weather & Service Interruption
For information, please call (803) 255- 7118
or check The COMET website, Facebook or
Twitter (CatchTheCOMET) for updates.
Holiday Schedule | Sunday service is provided
on New Years Day, Dr. Martin Luther King
Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day,
Independence Day, Labor Day and Veterans
Day. No service is provided on Thanksgiving
Day and Christmas Day. A Saturday schedule
operates on the Day after Thanksgiving,
Christmas and New Year's Eve.
Visitor's
TRAVEL GUIDE
PLAN YOUR VISIT
www.CatchTheCOMET.gov
803.255.7100 • 711 through Relay Service
Eective November 2019
Fares:
Eective 1/28/2019 Basic Discount* Express
One Way $2.00 $1.00 $4.00
All-Day Pass $4.00 $2.00 $6.00
7-Day Pass $14.00 $7.00 $28.00
31-Day Pass $40.00 $20.00 $80.00
Route Deviation
on Flex Routes
+ $2.00 + $1.00 N/A
Express Route
Upcharge
+ $2.00 + $1.00
(see left)
Soda Cap
Connector
FREE FREE FREE
Transfer (60 FREE FREE FREE
minutes only)
Free transfer requires COMETCard
*Discount Fares are available to:
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Medicare Card Holders with ID
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Youth ages 16-17 years old with The COMET Half Fare ID
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Veterans with a Military ID, Veterans ID or DD-214 form
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Half Fare ID Cards can be obtained at COMET Central.
Call (803) 255-7100 for more details.
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The COMET oers free programs for DART passengers,
youth 39 inches to 15 years old, students in middle and
high schools in Richland and Lexington Counties and
selected employers. Visit www.CatchTheCOMET.org or
call (803) 255-7100 for details.
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Santee Wateree RTA transfers are accepted for no
additional cost.
Passes
COMETCards, Day, 7-Day, and 31-Day Passes can be
purchased:
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In person: All Piggly Wiggly Stores in Columbia,
Eastover and Springdale Town Halls, Lowell C. Spires, Jr.
Regional Transit Facility, 3613 Lucius Road and COMET
Central, 1745 Sumter Street in Columbia
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On our website: www.CatchTheCOMET.org (credit
card)
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On our App: Catch The COMET from Google Play
or App Store (credit card or cash wallet payable at
COMET Central)
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By mail: The COMET, 3613 Lucius Road, Columbia, SC
(check, credit card or money order)
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On the bus: Day and 7-Day Passes (cash)
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All passes are non-refundable, non-replaceable and
non-transferable.
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Businesses and organizations that purchase in bulk
can purchase Basic passes at Discount prices. Call
(803) 255-7133 or email: info@CatchTheCOMET.org
for more details.
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Plan Your Visit
To Columbia, SC
HOW TO RIDE
Transit Stops | The COMET buses only
stop at signed transit stops. A complete
transit stop list for each route is available
on our website at CatchTheCOMET.org.
Some transit stops have benches, shelters,
trash cans and cart corrals.
Catching the Bus | Be at the transit stop, 5 minutes
before the scheduled departure. Make sure the bus
operator can see you. Check the headsign on the
front, curbside and rear of the bus to ensure you
board the correct route. When boarding at night,
wear bright clothing and flash the bus operator
with a light.
Paying your Fare | Be ready to pay your fare or
present your pass when you board. Bus operators
cannot make change. Should you overpay, a change
card will be issued for future use on The COMET.
Exiting the Bus | When you see your destination or
transfer point, signal the bus operator, by pulling
the cord near the window, pushing the yellow strip
or calling out “next stop”. Please provide enough
notice, so that the bus operator can stop safely.
Please do not cross in front of the bus when exiting.
Track The COMET | Text COMET and the bus
stop number on the sign to 41411 to get real time
information sent to your phone! Example: COMET
266 in a text message to 41411, download the Rider
App or visit TheCOMET.TransLoc.com.
FREE
ROUTES TO TRAVEL
Parking
For more information about parking, visit
columbiasc.net/parking or call (803) 545-4015.
Entertainment
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Bull St. District / Fireflies Stadium
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Colonial Life Arena
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Columbia Mtro. Convention Center
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Columbia Museum of Art
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Congaree National Park
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Harbison State Forest
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Koger Center For The Arts
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MTC Harbison Theater
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Riverbanks Zoo
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SC State Museum
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Saluda Shoals to
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Sesquicentennial State Park
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State Fairgrounds
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The Township
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Three Rivers Greenway
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Trustus Theatre
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Williams-Brice Stadium
Community
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Allen University
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Benedict College
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Columbia College
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Columbia SC 63 Tour
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Fort Jackson
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Richland Library
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SC State Library
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SC State House
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University of SC
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Visitors Center
Shop/Dine/Other
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport
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Decker Boulevard Business Coalition
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Devine Street
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Five Points
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Main Street District
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North Main Street District
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Soda City Market
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The Vista
THE COMET ON THE GO
Ride Share | The COMET will pay
up to $5.00 for ridesharing trips
that start and end in The COMET
fixed route service area on Lyft and Uber through:
• COMET @ Night: Seven days a week between 9
p.m. and 3 a.m., apply the promo code which is
posted inside the bus.
• COMET To The Market: Seven days a week
between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., apply the promo
code COMETMARKET18 and your trip must
start or end at a grocery store that sells fresh
produce and meats. COMET To The Market
can only be used twice a week per passenger.
Visit CatchTheCOMET.org for a list of
approved stores.
To get started, download the Lyft or Uber app from
App Store or Google Play. If you do not have a
smartphone or require mobility device access, call
(803) 255-7124 for service.
LOOK FOR THE SODA CAP!
Connecting many popular downtown
and waterfront destinations, this
service operates every 30 minutes on
three routes and it's free!
SUNWED 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
THRSAT 9:00 a.m. to Midnight.
Blue Bike | Blue Bike provides on-demand
access to bicycles for short distance trips
in Downtown Columbia. The COMET riders with a
1-day, 5-day, 7-day, 31-day or 10-Ride pass can receive
unlimited 45-minute Blue Bike ride sessions in a day, by
asking the bus operator for a code to input in a kiosk
or on the app, Blue Bike SC to unlock the bicycle at 15
stations in downtown Columbia with an additional 10
more to be constructed by The COMET in Spring 2019.
Stations are identified by a bicycle icon on the map.
More details available by downloading the Blue Bike SC
app from App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android) or
visiting bluebikesc.com. A credit card, pre-paid gift card
or debit card with Visa or Mastercard logo is required to
use Blue Bike and The COMET On The Go.
A credit card, pre-paid gift card or debit card with Visa
or Mastercard logo is required to use Blue Bike and
The COMET On The Go.
E17
C2
C1
S4
C9
C7
E14
C8
E7
S7
S5
C10
C6
S8
S6
C4
E13
E15
E15
S4
S3
E9
C3
S2
C5
DOWNTOWN
E16
E3
E4
E3
E10