Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Charleston
Activities

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston

Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

The Francis Marion Hotel

Emeline
"Very nice hotel with beautiful courtyard."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

The Ryder Hotel
"The staff is phenomenal! They are so friendly, helpful and make you feel like a part of the family when you step in the space. Rooms are clean and updated with some lovely options, especially the refillable water bottles and large robe. We will definitely be back."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

The Charleston Place

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
"Breakfast was honestly the best I’ve ever had at a hotel. The rooms were clean and modern. Loved the location as well!"
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Moxy Charleston Downtown
"Room was extremely small however very clean. If we had known the room was that small we would not have stayed. Staff was friendly."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston

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.

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.

West Ashley
West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.




























