Charleston Historic District Travel Guide
Charleston
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Popular places to visit
Port of Charleston
Explore the waterfront in Charleston with a trip to Port of Charleston. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Charleston City Market
During your trip to Charleston, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Charleston City Market. Discover the area's churches or seek out its local tours.
Waterfront Park
Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
South Carolina Aquarium
Take the children to visit the sea creatures at South Carolina Aquarium during your holiday to Charleston. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Charleston Music Hall
Enjoy a performance at Charleston Music Hall, a popular theatre in Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
Rainbow Row
Find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Rainbow Row. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Charleston Historic District
The Francis Marion Hotel
Great old hotel in the heart of the city. Lots of shopping and restaurants. Valet parking was very handy and Uber was never more than 2 minutes from us. The staff were great and the Swamp Fox restaurant had delicious food and a wonderful server named Sylvie.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Hotel was clean & staff friendly. Great coffee shop and location was perfect to walk everywhere.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Emeline
Beautiful spot with tons of unique details
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel Bennett
We will be back. Staff is amazing!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Great Breakfast!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Planters Inn
Amazing all around!!!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Charleston Historic District
French Quarter
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dock Street Theater to Charleston City Market – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.
South of Broad
If you're spending some time in South of Broad, Rainbow Row and Nathaniel Russell House are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Charleston
Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
Radcliffeborough
While Radcliffeborough may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
