Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Charleston
Popular places to visit
West Virginia State Capitol Building
Take a guided tour around West Virginia’s seat of government and marvel at its dazzling dome, which is covered in 23.5-karat gold.
West Virginia State Museum
Familiarize yourself with the story of West Virginia at this nicely laid-out museum, which covers such diverse topics as coal and the Civil War.
Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center during your trip to Charleston. Visit the shops and casinos in this family-friendly area.
Charleston Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Charleston Town Center during your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
CAMC General Hospital
If CAMC General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Charleston.
Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences
You can make plans for a show at Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences on your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Activities
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites Charleston
Room was very nice but there was no soap and the hair shampoo was virtually empty. We received both from the desk so all was good. The reception hour from 5:30 to 7:00 is not what it used to be. The chips, salsa and cheese are nice but nothing compared to other years. The new valet system is not ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Clean toom
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Staff was great. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Carpet and hallway wall coverings were outdated. But we will stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
Clean Comfortable bed
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
Great facility
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center
The staff was very friendly. Clean room. The bed was so comfortable I didn't mean to fall asleep when I did. Good breakfast and coffee. I really liked the noon check out time.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston
Grosscup Road Historic District
If you're spending time in Grosscup Road Historic District, you might enjoy its casinos and river views. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is noteworthy for its casinos, and you can plan an outing to Laidley Field and West Virginia State Capitol Building while you're in town.
West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park are top sights worth seeing.
South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.
Loudendale
Though Loudendale may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kanawha State Forest and Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve.
Kanawha City
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kanawha City. You might want to make time for a stop at Kanawha Mall Shopping Center or Kanawha Landing.
