Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Downtown Charleston

Popular places to visit

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Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

4/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Charleston with a trip to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
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College of Charleston

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

College of Charleston
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Charleston City Market

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.

Charleston City Market
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Waterfront Park

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Stroll the city’s waterfront esplanades at sunset, when the afternoon sun begins to dip and the harbor is lit with soft colors.

Waterfront Park
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South Carolina Aquarium

4/5(2 reviews)

See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.

South Carolina Aquarium
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The Citadel

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

The Citadel

Activities

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Day Trips to Charleston#7 See Ft Sumter,CarriageTour,Lunch & more

NZ$349
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Day Trips to Charleston#7 See Ft Sumter,CarriageTour,Lunch & more
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Charleston: 1-Hour Carriage Tour of the Historic District

NZ$81
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: 1-Hour Carriage Tour of the Historic District
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Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$205 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$205
per night
29 May - 30 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (785 reviews)
"Hotel and staff excellent, easy to uber to central(1.8 miles), parking a little tight, and buildings across street are being renovated, revitalized"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$329 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$329
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,284 reviews)
"The location of this hotel is perfect. It’s across the street from the Market place vendors and is two blocks from the horse and carriage company. We were first time visitors and walked everywhere. Dining options are numerous. Room was clean and spacious. We had upgraded to get a suite with a separate ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Emeline
The Charleston Place
The Charleston Place
5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$944 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$944
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Charleston Place is true Charleston hospitality
"We are locals who stayed for a staycation for my birthday. Everything about Charleston Place is five star but the thing that sets this hotel apart is the service. Charleston is a friendly and polite city and everyone we encountered at the hotel was very professional but also warm and friendly. True ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

The Charleston Place
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$464 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$464
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,470 reviews)
"The staff is outstanding, all around. Staff in the hotel, bar, restaurant, valet, all wonderful!"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

The Francis Marion Hotel
Hotel Bennett
Hotel Bennett
5 out of 5
404 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$911 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$911
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (646 reviews)
"Nicest hotel in Charleston."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Hotel Bennett
The Vendue
The Vendue
4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$564 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$564
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (186 reviews)
"The best experience that I have ever had."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

The Vendue
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

South Carolina which includes interior views and heritage architecture

Radcliffeborough

If you're spending some time in Radcliffeborough, Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul and Brith Shalom Beth Israel Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

Radcliffeborough
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Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.

Harleston Village
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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.

Cannonborough Elliotborough
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King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

King Street
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Historic Charleston

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal to Charleston City Market – discover Historic Charleston, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Historic Charleston
South Carolina Aquarium featuring marine life

Ansonborough

If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ansonborough

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