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
Clean and spacious
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Charleston Marriott Town Center
The staff at check-in was amazing!! Super friendly and very helpful. The room was very clean. Will definitely be staying here again on our future visits to Charleston.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Staff was very friendly. Room was okay, but not spotless. One sheet had a stain. Breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Clean room, kind and helpful staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
Incredibly friendly staff. Clean lobby and rooms.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
Everything was good except the fire alarm close by and beeping all night
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
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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 Cox-Morton House and Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve.
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 Blackwell Field.
