Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
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Popular places to visit

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

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
College of Charleston

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
Charleston City Market

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
Waterfront Park featuring general coastal views, landscape views and a coastal town

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
South Carolina Aquarium

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
The Citadel

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 stunning cathedral or amble around its beautiful beaches.

The Citadel

Activities

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

NZ$42
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

NZ$82
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

NZ$67
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Day Trip to Charleston Tour #5: Bus Tour, Boone Plantation, Lunch and More

Day Trip to Charleston#5: Bus Tour,Boone Hall, City Market, Lunch

NZ$191
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Charleston#5: Bus Tour,Boone Hall, City Market, Lunch
Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip

Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip

NZ$248
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

NZ$66
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
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Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$444 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$444
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,619 reviews)
"Great hotel and location - Staff was great"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$335 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$335
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,718 reviews)
"Loved our stay here!"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Ryder Hotel
The Ryder Hotel
3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$430 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$430
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (989 reviews)
"I loved the property's location, but I was disappointed with the services. The phone in the room did not work. This would not have been a problem if there had been any other way to contact the front desk, room service, maintenance, etc."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

The Ryder Hotel
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
3.5 out of 5
560 King Street, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$339 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$339
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"This location on King Street is perfect. The enclosed Rooftop brewery was a perfect place to hang out after a day of exploration of Old Charleston and the surrounding beaches. The staff was friendly and helpful, the breakfast was superb, and the valet service was fast and courteous. What could be ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$248 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$248
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,283 reviews)
"The staff was very knowledgeable and respectful"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
The Restoration
The Restoration
4 out of 5
75 Wentworth Street, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$518 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$518
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Best Lodging in Charleston!
"We've stayed at many different downtown Charleston properties over the years and this is the best. We will definitely be back soon."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

The Restoration
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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
Charleston

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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Charleston Historic District

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

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

Charleston Historic District
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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