Downtown Charleston
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Popular places to visit

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

College of Charleston
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.

Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.

Waterfront Park
Stroll the city’s waterfront esplanades at sunset, when the afternoon sun begins to dip and the harbor is lit with soft colors.

South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.

The Citadel
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of The Citadel, during your travels in Charleston. Visit the area's churches or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do

Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

The Francis Marion Hotel
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Emeline
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

The Charleston Place
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

HarbourView Inn
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

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.

Harleston Village
If you're spending some time in Harleston Village, Marion Square and Colonial Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Cannonborough Elliotborough
While visiting Cannonborough Elliotborough, you might make a stop by sights like Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum.

King Street
While visiting King Street, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall.

Charleston Historic District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Charleston Historic District. Make a stop by Port of Charleston or Charleston City Market while you're exploring the area.

Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, Port of Charleston and South Carolina Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.