Take in the lakeside beauty of Sumter
The area's festivals and churches are just a few of the reasons to vacation in Sumter. Renowned for its lake, gardens and shopping, this city welcomes all visitors. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Sightseeing in and around Sumter
Are you looking for attractions to see in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that Sumter has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Crystal Lakes Golf Course (2.3 mi / 3.8 km)
- Palmetto Tennis Center (2.5 mi / 4 km)
- Wyboo Golf Club (24.2 mi / 38.9 km)
- Sumter National Golf Club (13.6 mi / 21.8 km)
- White Pines Golf Club (26.5 mi / 42.7 km)
Exploring the natural features in Sumter
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Sumter is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Swan Lake Iris Gardens (1.7 mi / 2.7 km)
- Taw Caw Creek (26.5 mi / 42.6 km)
- Santee National Wildlife Refuge (26.8 mi / 43.1 km)
- Congaree National Park (28.3 mi / 45.6 km)
- Palmetto Park (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Bill Pinkney Park (8.5 mi / 13.6 km)
How to get to and around Sumter
Fly into Florence, SC (FLO-Florence Regional), the closest airport, located 39.8 mi (64.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is 44.9 mi (72.3 km) away.