Downtown Charleston, SC
Charleston
Visit Downtown Charleston
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.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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.
Charleston Music Hall
Enjoy a show at Charleston Music Hall, a storied theater in Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Emeline
Great location. Pleasant staff. Concierge was very helpful. Nice room. Good bar and restaurant.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
Classic older hotel and with older hotels there sre problems and issues that do not surface with newer ones. Overall i enjoyed my stay and would return.
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
The Ryder Hotel
Quiet
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
ALL Was exceptional... thank you
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
The Vendue
Great location and friendly staff with lots of small, special touches like cookies in the room and a breakfast basket in the morning. Would definitely stay again!!
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
The Palmetto Hotel
The clean room and the friendly staff.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
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 Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
Harleston Village
If you're spending some time in Harleston Village, Marion Square and The Riviera Theater 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, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
