Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Charleston
Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions
Activities

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Folly Dolphin Adventure (Private or Public) to 12 guests

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

The Francis Marion Hotel
"Great old school hotel"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

The Ryder Hotel
"The staff was very nice and friendly. The amenities were great!"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

The Charleston Place
"5-Star"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Emeline

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
"Horrible front desk service. When you go to Charleston you expect more than most cities. Called for housekeeping several times and no answer. No hair dryer in room and no wash cloths. Leftover empty water bottles were on the floor when we arrived. Even got charged additionally for parking after I ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

HarbourView Inn
"Excellent location to attractions, shops, restaurants, and beautiful views of Charleston Harbor and shaded parks to walk-through. Well appointed rooms. Bathrooms have plenty of vanity space. Rooms were lovely with lots of room to spread out and chairs to sit on to enjoy the beautiful views. Employees ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
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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.




























