Where to Propose in Soda City

With the holidays, New Year’s Day, and Valentine’s Day all approaching in short order, it’s officially engagement season in Columbia! If you’re thinking of popping the question (or dropping hints about your dream engagement), browse this list for the best places to propose in Soda City.

1. The Horseshoe

With broad oaks, acres of green grass, and some of Columbia’s most beautiful and historic buildings, the Horseshoe at the University of South Carolina is an amazing spot for all our fellow Gamecock alumni. It’s not only the centerpiece of USC’s campus—it’s a touchstone for all kinds of wonderful memories in the city.

2. The Botanical Garden at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

If you’re hoping to propose surrounded by the sustainably planted flora of Riverbanks, we recommend selecting the Walled Garden for your special moment. Within this wonderland, you’ll find several nooks and crannies, each meticulously designed for 360-degree beauty. Scope out their section of winter-loving plants and the midnight garden, where plants glow in the dark and create a beautiful sight in the evening.

3. Congaree National Park Boardwalk

This one’s for the explorers, whose idea of a weekend well spent always involves a nature hike. A quick drive to the south brings you to Congaree National Park, where an iconic boardwalk winds through tall bald cypresses—a picturesque moment for the two of you.

4. Lula Drake

The lush, close quarters of Lula Drake, with dripping chandeliers and hanging curtains, is the perfect backdrop to an elegant engagement. Think: a ring dropped into a flute of bubbly champagne; a sweet dessert made just for you.

5. Boyd Plaza at the Columbia Museum of Art

Right off Main Street, this plaza is a cosmopolitan oasis for anyone looking to get engaged. A gorgeous fountain and public art installations are just one step away from all the charms of downtown and the CMA.

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