Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Charleston
Visit Downtown Charleston
Popular places to visit
College of Charleston
Explore the campus of College of Charleston during your trip to Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the churches in the area.
Medical University of South Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Medical University of South Carolina during your travels in Charleston. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.
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 stunning cathedral 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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston
Emeline
Perfect location in historic downtown. Beautifully renovated facility. Friendly staff, clean room and spaces. Loved it!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Excellent location and such a fun, and cool hotel! We loved our stay there
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
Had the best stay! We had a shower problem with our originally booked 3rd story room. They immediately upgraded us to an 11th story room with an incredible view of Charleston and Marion Square. They also comped our delicious breakfast that morning. We had eaten at their own restaurant, the Swampfox, ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Breakfast was the best. Overall the stay was great due to proximity to all the restaurants and places of interest.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
The Vendue
Staff are wonderful and the rooftop bar is great for a drink or a meal. Fun art vibe and central location
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Loved our stay here! Great location and friendly staff. We will be back!
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist.
Cannonborough Elliotborough
If you're spending some time in Cannonborough Elliotborough, Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
