Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Charleston
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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 shops in the area.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston
The Francis Marion Hotel
Staff were friendly
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Great location, comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Emeline
Great Staff, room was clean, coffee on each floor was a big hit
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
HarbourView Inn
Everything about the hotel was a great experience for us. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We especially loved the complimentary experiences. That was a very nice touch. Would definitely go back
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Planters Inn
I am docking one star because I arrived early and was told I had to wait until my room was ready (which is fine) but after a couple of hours I heard the front desk checking someone else in and upgrading them to a room that was ready. They did not offer me the same curtesy.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
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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.
