Downtown Charleston, SC
Charleston
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Popular places to visit
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.
College of Charleston
Named by Travel + Leisure as “America's Most Beautiful College Campus” in 2017, this South Carolina institution is engaging for visitors and beloved by students.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
Waterfront Park
Stroll the city’s waterfront esplanades at sunset, when the afternoon sun begins to dip and the harbor is lit with soft colors.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
The Citadel
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of The Citadel, during your travels in Charleston. Visit the area's churches or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
The staff was great very personable and helpful.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
Great hotel. I will stay again
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Planters Inn
Our stay was wonderful! Excellent service from all staff members! Our first trip to Charleston and we will definitely be back!
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Emeline
Rooms are super small, but well kept and the hotel had a wonderful atmosphere and was perfectly positioned for walking around the shopping and dining areas.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
The Charleston Place
Beautiful!
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
The Vendue
Great location, beautiful building
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Charleston
Radcliffeborough
While there might not be top attractions in Radcliffeborough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Port of Charleston and Music Farm.
Harleston Village
If you're spending some time in Harleston Village, Marion Square and Colonial Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Cannonborough Elliotborough
While visiting Cannonborough Elliotborough, you might make a stop by sights like Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum.
King Street
While visiting King Street, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall.
Charleston Historic District
Explore this National Historic Landmark District, boasting an unparalleled collection of 18th and 19th-century architecture, including Charleston "single houses." Nearby Ansonborough features fine Greek Revival houses and historic civic buildings.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, Port of Charleston and South Carolina Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
