Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

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

Port of Charleston

Port of Charleston

4/5(4 reviews)

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.

Port of Charleston
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 churches or amble around its beautiful beaches.

The Citadel

Activities

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

NZ$80
per adult
92% 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$66
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

NZ$66
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

NZ$48
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
Magnolia Plantation Tour with Luxury Transportation and Admission

Magnolia Plantation Tour with Luxury Transportation and Admission

NZ$211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnolia Plantation Tour with Luxury Transportation and Admission
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Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$345 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$345
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,801 reviews)
"The Francis Marion in Charleston is a great hotel. It is located on King Street which is in the heart of so much that the city has to offer. We had dinner one night in the Swamp Fox, which was very good. We had a very spacious room that included a sitting area. The bathroom was a little on the small ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$364 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$364
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,645 reviews)
"Beautiful location, and great ambience. Members of staff were friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Emeline
The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$442 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$442
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great beach getaway feeling. Super staff, loved the pool."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

The Ryder Hotel
The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place

5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
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 property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

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The Charleston Place
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

3.5 out of 5
560 King Street, Charleston, SC
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$295 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$295
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,017 reviews)
"Nice spacious hotel, large walk in shower, convenient breakfast on premises"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Planters Inn

Planters Inn

4.5 out of 5
112 N Market St, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$457 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$457
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"We loved our stay there! Excellent service and beautifully appointed rooms. Loved the covered space outside the room. Landscaping was lush; outdoor patio was inviting."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Planters Inn
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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 Colonial Lake.

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

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

Charleston Historic District
South Carolina Aquarium showing marine life

Ansonborough

If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, Port of Charleston and South Carolina Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

Ansonborough

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