French Quarter Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

Dock Street Theater
Enjoy a show at Dock Street Theater, a popular theatre in Charleston. Discover the area's stunning cathedral or seek out its local tours.

Washington Square
You can find out about the history of Charleston when you stop by Washington Square. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Pink House Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Pink House Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Charleston. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

St. Philip's Church
After visiting St. Philip's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charleston. Visit the area's churches or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Old Slave Mart Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Old Slave Mart Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Charleston. Discover the area's stunning cathedral or seek out its local tours.
Top hotels in French Quarter

The Vendue
We enjoyed our 4 night stay at The Enclave. The room was very clean and the bathroom was quite large. The staff was very polite and accommodating. The amenities were appreciated, especially the sherry. The breakfast bag could use some variety.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

The Palmetto Hotel
Great staff/breakfast/bar
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

HarbourView Inn
Everything: it is an impeccable place,beautifully decorated both in rooms and public places, wonderful creature comforts like bottled water, cocktail hour, milk and cookies and continental breakfast delivered to your room. Amazing tour on Mon and Wed. Staff goes above and beyond in their helpfulness. ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

The Loutrel
We stayed on Christmas night. Absolutely wonderful. From the warm greeting with a complimentary cocktail, to the spotless room and tasty treats for us to indulge in. The welcoming note and thoughtful little gift were a pleasant surprise. Their small lounge was open and the service was superior as ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel
Perfect spot for us. We loved the two level and the location was perfect.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

French Quarter Inn
The staff was the kindest and most professional of any hotel I have stayed at. They made every interaction an absolute pleasure.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around French Quarter

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.

South of Broad
If you're spending some time in South of Broad, Rainbow Row and Nathaniel Russell House are top sights worth seeing.

Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.

King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum 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.
