James Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A beach with fallen trees and a sandy shore.
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Our guide on where to stay in James Island

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.

Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$557 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$557
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$392 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$392
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,562 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is good. However, I asked for a quiet room, and the front desk person assured me that the room had no noise. But we could not sleep at night! The loud noise of the outside huge commercial AC units was constant and unbearable. At 1 am I finally called the front desk, and ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

3.5 out of 5
250 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard Mount Pleasant SC
The price is NZ$216 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$216
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,028 reviews)
"Rooms were clean. The pool area and bar were nice ameniites. The staff was very attentive. Would stay at this hotel again!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
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Folly Beach Riverfront Apt with dock, private boat ramp kayaks and bikes

Folly Beach Riverfront Apt with dock, private boat ramp kayaks and bikes

Folly Beach SC
Stay at this apartment in Charleston. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
"Our family had a great time staying at your place using kayaks, fishing, easy drive to the beach and Charleston. Thanks you for a beautiful place to rest for the week!"

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Folly Beach Riverfront Apt with dock, private boat ramp kayaks and bikes
Charming Lowcountry Cottage Near Beach & City

Charming Lowcountry Cottage Near Beach & City

Charleston SC
Stay at this holiday home in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Waterfront Park and Charleston City Market are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (118 reviews)
"Excellent location, very user friendly, extremely pleased with everything. I would suggest this stay to anyone looking for rest and relaxation and convenient to Charleston and Folly Beach. Thanks"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Charming Lowcountry Cottage Near Beach & City
The Tree Top Terrace- is private, close to ocean & downtown on James Island..

The Tree Top Terrace- is private, close to ocean & downtown on James Island..

Charleston SC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Waterfront Park and Charleston ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

The Tree Top Terrace- is private, close to ocean & downtown on James Island..
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Stay near popular James Island attractions

McLeod Plantation Historic Site

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at McLeod Plantation Historic Site during your trip to Charleston.
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Activities

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

NZ$87
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry

NZ$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

NZ$94
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

NZ$138
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
Picture 7 for Activity Charleston: 1-Hour Carriage Tour of the Historic District

Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

NZ$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
Downtown Charleston Food Tour

Downtown Charleston Food Tour

NZ$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Charleston Food Tour
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Cities near James Island

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Folly Beach

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Charleston

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