Westside Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

4/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Charleston with a trip to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
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
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Activities

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

NZ$42
per adult
86% 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$67
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Day Trip to Charleston Tour #5: Bus Tour, Boone Plantation, Lunch and More

Day Trip to Charleston#5: Bus Tour,Boone Hall, City Market, Lunch

NZ$191
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Charleston#5: Bus Tour,Boone Hall, City Market, Lunch
Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip

Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip

NZ$248
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

NZ$66
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
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Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals

Charleston Marriott
Charleston Marriott
3.5 out of 5
170 Lockwood Blvd, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$314 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$314
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Checking-in was stressful. The agent anxiety was high. She looked nervous. After giving are my reservation info. She just went into panoc mode. I waited and then she abruptly said excuse me. Im standing not knowing whats going on, qhats the problem. She comes back 10 mins later to tell me the Onekey ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Charleston Marriott
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$242 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$242
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,279 reviews)
"The staff was very knowledgeable and respectful"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
3 out of 5
West Montague Avenue, 2934, North Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$203 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$203
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Charleston Tanger Outlets ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (251 reviews)
"Property is in excellent condition since it’s a newer hotel. Staff was super friendly. They have free drinks and snacks in the afternoon. Free breakfast. A pool, hot tub a decent work out room all for a fair price."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$460 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$460
13 July - 14 July
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! (1,616 reviews)
"Clean - nice room, not too loud - central"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is NZ$388 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$388
9 July - 10 July
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! (1,708 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and attentive…Beds comfy."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
4 out of 5
20 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC
Book a stay at this beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,823 reviews)
"Clean easy to get around like the harbor"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Westside

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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 Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.

Hampton Park Terrace
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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
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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North-Central

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Upper King Design District and Music Farm.

North-Central
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Downtown Charleston

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Charleston Music Hall.

Downtown Charleston

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