North-Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North-Central
Popular places to visit
College of Charleston
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.
Medical University of South Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Medical University of South Carolina during your travels in Charleston. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
Port of Charleston
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.
Waterfront Park
Stroll the city’s waterfront esplanades at sunset, when the afternoon sun begins to dip and the harbor is lit with soft colors.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
Activities
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing
Our pick of the best North-Central Hotel Deals
The Francis Marion Hotel
Staff 5 stars
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Emeline
Location, courteous staff, excellent amenities and beautiful aesthetic.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Wasn’t as nice as the room I stayed in last year
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Absolutely loved it here, just booked again
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Nice room , free drinks at bar, overall nice stay
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Room was spotless and absolutely gorgeous. The Staff was extremely friendly and went above and beyond for us. We will 100% be back.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North-Central
East Central
Though East Central may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Upper King Design District and Aiken-Rhett House Museum.
North Morrison
While visiting North Morrison, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Cemetery and Charleston Apple Museum.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hampton Park Terrace
While there might not be top attractions in Hampton Park Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Upper King Design District and Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
