Downtown Charleston
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Visit Downtown Charleston
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

Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

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

Emeline
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Planters Inn
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

The Ryder Hotel
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

The Charleston Place
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

The Vendue
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

Radcliffeborough
While there might not be top attractions in Radcliffeborough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Port of Charleston and Music Farm.

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.