Downtown Charleston

Charleston
Downtown Charleston

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Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

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

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
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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.

College of Charleston
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Charleston City Market

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

Charleston City Market
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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.

Waterfront Park
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South Carolina Aquarium

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

South Carolina Aquarium
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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.

The Citadel

Things to do

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Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

P4,325
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
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Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

P2,628
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
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Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Sightseeing Tour of Historic Charleston

P2,764
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Sightseeing Tour of Historic Charleston
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Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

P4,703
Per adult
Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island
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Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise

P3,209
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise
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Charleston: Small Group Food Tour – Savor the Flavors

P6,086
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Small Group Food Tour – Savor the Flavors
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Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
The price is P6,667 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
P6,667
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (781 reviews)
"Hotel and staff excellent, easy to uber to central(1.8 miles), parking a little tight, and buildings across street are being renovated, revitalized"

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is P17,410 per night from 27 May to 28 May
P17,410
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,279 reviews)
"This property is very nice however, I feel like the valet is sort of staff"

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Emeline
The Charleston Place
The Charleston Place
5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is P27,950 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
P27,950
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"We only live 1 1/2 hours from Charleston so we visit often and Charleston Place is our favorite hotel to stay at."

Reviewed on May 18, 2024

The Charleston Place
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is P14,499 per night from 27 May to 28 May
P14,499
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,467 reviews)
"The rooms are dated but the bed was super comfortable. Our room had a great view."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Vendue
The Vendue
4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
The price is P15,060 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
P15,060
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (182 reviews)
The perfect location to stay
"This was the perfect place to stay in Downtown Charleston. Centrally located and a quick walk to almost anything you want to do. Our room was surprisingly large and well appointed. The service was excellent!!!!"

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

The Vendue
Hotel Bennett
Hotel Bennett
5 out of 5
404 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is P29,056 per night from 27 May to 28 May
P29,056
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (645 reviews)
"Nicest hotel in Charleston."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Hotel Bennett
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

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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.

Radcliffeborough
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Harleston Village

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

Harleston Village
Worth every minute of waiting! The Charleston Nasty Biscuit at Hominy Grill, complete with a mimosa and side of home fries, made for the best brunch I've possibly ever had.

Cannonborough Elliotborough

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

Cannonborough Elliotborough
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King Street

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

King Street
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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 Cruise Terminal or Charleston City Market while you're exploring the area.

Charleston Historic District
South Carolina Aquarium showing marine life

Ansonborough

If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ansonborough

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