Institute Travel Guide
Charleston
Popular places to visit
West Virginia State Capitol Building
West Virginia State Capitol Building is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
West Virginia State Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at West Virginia State Museum during your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center during your trip to Charleston. Visit the shops and casinos in this family-friendly area.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your travels in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Charleston Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Charleston Town Center during your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Southridge Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Southridge Center during your trip to Charleston. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this relaxing area.
Top hotels in Institute
Embassy Suites Charleston
would recommend this hotel, great breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Pretty, pretty, pretty…,good.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Should be able to bring drinks down to casino from hotel! Room was very clean and nice!!!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Great place for my stop overs as I head West....
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston
Breakfast was cold one morning (eggs) and access for laundry services was great. Staff was friendly and provided excellent services.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Friendly staff, clean room and excellent breakfast. Enjoyed being near restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Institute
Jefferson
While there might not be top attractions in Jefferson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mardi Gras Casino and Memorial Ice Arena.
Tyler Mountain
When in Tyler Mountain, you can plan a visit to Jefferson Park and Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ruthdale
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruthdale. You might consider stopping by Southridge Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park are top sights worth seeing.
South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Cox-Morton House and Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve.
Grosscup Road Historic District
If you're spending time in Grosscup Road Historic District, you might enjoy its casinos and river views. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center.
Institute Travel Guide
- Shawnee Sports Complex
- Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
- Mardi Gras Casino
- West Virginia State Capitol Building
- Southridge Center
- Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences
- Kanawha State Forest
- Laidley Field
- CAMC Memorial Hospital
- West Virginia State Museum
- Haddad Riverfront Park
- Cabin Creek Quilts
- North Charleston Recreation Center
- GoMart Ballpark
- Memorial Ice Arena
- Drawdy Falls Roadside Park
- Plaza East Shopping Center
- Dunbar Park
- Cultural Center
- Jefferson Park
- Spring Hill Cemetery Historic District
- Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve
- Mountain Stage
