Institute Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your travels in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
University of Charleston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Charleston during your travels in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
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.
Haddad Riverfront Park
Haddad Riverfront Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? 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 Institute Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites Charleston
Great place and amazing people!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Staff was very nice, breakfast was excellent, and the room was really clean!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Great helpful staff. Room was ver clean
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Yes
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Great stop between Greensboro and Indianapolis
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
Good
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Institute
Jefferson
While there might not be top attractions in Jefferson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mardi Gras Casino and Memorial Ice Arena.
Tyler Mountain
When in Tyler Mountain, you can plan a visit to Memorial Ice Arena and Jefferson Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ruthdale
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruthdale. You might consider stopping by Southridge Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Ruffner Memorial Park and Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center 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.
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.
