Westside Travel Guide
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 shops 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.
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.
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.
Fort Sumter
Find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Fort Sumter. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
"Our room was out of soap, shampoo; AC ran continuously; breakfast was out of coffee, eggs, sauasage…essentially inattentive staff"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Charleston Marriott
"We had an amazing stay! The staff was very professional and accommodating. Very spacious and well decorated property. We will be staying at this property when we come back to Charleston!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Emeline
"in our room , every detail is top of the range and the restaurants and common areas are super. the front desk staff, especially Tania the head of staff, were extremely helpful in dealing with a particular matter we needed resolved . way beyond the normal assistance xx"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Ryder Hotel
"Great vibe and unbeatable location at the Ryder Hotel. We originally hoped to switch our king room to a double but were told the hotel was sold out. At check-in, the gentleman at the front desk let us know he had already placed a rollaway bed in our room for us — a great touch and much appreciated! ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
"I love this hotel. It’s in a great location and is historic and one of a kind."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
"The hotel is extremely clean and workers are continuing to clean to keep everything perfect. The hotel worker who checked us in was not friendly and barely said hello to greet us. We loved the pool and gym."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Hampton Park Terrace
While there might not be top attractions in Hampton Park Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Upper King Design District.
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.
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.
North-Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Music Farm and Charleston Museum.
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.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Music Farm and Harborage at Ashley Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
