South of Broad Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South of Broad
Popular places to visit
Rainbow Row
Find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Rainbow Row. Make time for the churches and local tours in this walkable area.
White Point Gardens
Learn about pirates and examine the cannons and military memorials in an enchanting riverside park with fortifications that once defended the city.
Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
Admire the brown stone neo-Gothic design of this intriguing cathedral and examine the portrayals of Christ in the exquisite stained-glass windows.
Calhoun Mansion
See what life was like in the Gilded Age of Charleston at this graceful Victorian mansion, now operated as a house museum.
Nathaniel Russell House
This 19th-century mansion is remarkable for its circular dining room, self-supporting three-story spiral staircase and elaborate detailing.
Edmonston-Alston House
Tour the graceful public rooms and piazzas of one of Charleston’s finest house museums and enjoy commanding views of Charleston Harbor.
Activities
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Our pick of the best South of Broad Hotel Deals
Emeline
We weren’t crazy about the style of the room. The shower floor was slippery and I had to put a towel on the floor to keep from slipping. The bed was not very comfortable since it was a mattress on a platform. There wasn’t enough lighting in the room. The breakfast was very expensive and the food ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
Great location clean soft bed toilet could have been a bit bigger. Staff handled my autistic child very well
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
This place is amazing great staff great location for what I needed it to be. I will be returning
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
The Vendue
Southern hospitality + customer experience. Is the true highlight of this trip. Both Cameron and Virginia were amazing to work with. They helped me set up to have champagne and rose petals in my room for my wife. It was truly a magical experience
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charleston N./Ashley Phosphate
CLEAN AND SPACIOUS SUITE. GREAT BREAKFAST AND STAFF
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Really nice hotel! I enjoyed the extras! They have a cocktail hour with free drinks and mini buffet and they keep everything extremely clean. The hotel is well appointed and stylish. The breakfast had many choices and was very satisfying. Nothing to complain about.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South of Broad
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.
French Quarter
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dock Street Theater to Charleston City Market – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Downtown Charleston
Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
Radcliffeborough
While Radcliffeborough may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
