Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Charleston
Where to stay in Charleston
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.
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.
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.
West Ashley
West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site or Citadel Mall.
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.
The Francis Marion Hotel
Server Sylvie was amazing. Breakfast was good, Sylvie was great. Dinner just okay, but pricey. One of our dinner servers was good, but the other was rude. She called everyone Babydoll and couldn’t stop talking about how much one of us ate. She “couldn’t believe it” that we ate almost half of our ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Emeline
Nice clean hotel. It was convenient to have complimentary Nespresso coffee and fruits on each floor. The room service was taking care about the bed and the rest of the room every day. The location is very convenient.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Planters Inn
It was a perfect stay. Great Location and room was incredible!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Iris Charleston
Room was extremely clean. The dishwasher and all in one washer dryer was very convenient!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Palmetto House
Excellent set-up - two large bedrooms with comfy king-sized beds, a nice living/sitting room and kitchen. The unit is right across the street from a nice small Mexican restaurant with good margaritas (if you arrive early for check-in). The owner/manager was in contact in case we needed anything, ...
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Quarters on King
stayed here twice!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
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.
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.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
You can learn about the history of Charleston with a visit to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.
Other places like Charleston
- College of Charleston
- Port of Charleston
- South Carolina Aquarium
- Credit One Stadium
- Fort Sumter
- Charleston Music Hall
- Marion Square
- Middleton Place
- Charleston Gaillard Center
- Dock Street Theater
- Music Farm
- Charleston Museum
- Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
- The Battery
- Charleston City Marina
- Gibbes Museum of Art
- Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
- Upper King Design District
- James Island County Park
- Calhoun Mansion
