Get Around
The Capital City is Going Places
Navigating
Do you need help finding transportation for work or play in and around Columbia, and throughout the Main Street District? Here are a few options to help you get around more efficiently. Download our map to see all of the wonderful dining, shopping and cultural options we have to offer in the Main Street District! Download Map
The Main Street District's Complimentary Shuttle
The Main Street District's ambassadors, otherwise known as the "yellow shirts" will take you anywhere within the 36-block area bounded by Gervais, Elmwood, Assembly and Marion streets. Just call the yellow shirts and let them know what time you need to be picked up, where you’ll be, and where you’d like to go! The shuttle is complimentary for everyone in the Main Street District. Take a spin in the shuttle by calling (803) 205-5245 (Monday through Sunday, 7:00 am to 11:30 pm).
The Comet
The COMET is a public transit system that can take you pretty much anywhere you want to go in the city, including Columbia, Cayce, West Columbia, Forest Acres, Arcadia Lakes, Springdale, and the St. Andrews area. For more information on bus routes and rates, click the link above or call 803-255-7133.
Parking
Whether you are coming downtown for a meeting, for dinner or a show at The Nick, the city of Columbia has your parking needs covered! There are five public parking garages conveniently located within the Main Street District. Park and walk, stay and play! You are never more than a block or two from where you want to go and a Yellow Shirt can always point you in the right direction. Parking Garage locations: 1100 Lady Street, 1100 Washington Street, 1400 Sumter Street, 1227 Taylor Street, and 1600 Assembly Street. Of course, on-street parking is an option as well. You can even use the Passport Parking App in case you’re out of spare change! Safe, convenient, accessible parking; the key to enjoying the Main Street District.
News
View AllMain Street District Welcomes New Lead for Yellow Shirt Ambassadors
August 13, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Main Street District Welcomes New Lead for Yellow Shirt Ambassadors Jared Harper joins the Main Street District as the new Operations Manager COLUMBIA, S.C. (August 13, 2024) – The Main Street District announces Jared Harper as the new Operations Manager for the… Read More
Rivals in Red, Southern Living Top 8 List + Local Shopping Discounts
August 1, 2024
Find your Rivals in Red watch party, head to the CMA for yoga and spritz + can’t miss deals during tax free weekend at our local boutiques! Check out August happenings in our e-newsletter HERE. Read More