Downtown Charleston
Charleston
Visit Downtown Charleston
Popular places to visit
Charleston Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Charleston Town Center during your visit to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your time in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
West Virginia State Capitol Building
Take a guided tour around West Virginia’s seat of government and marvel at its dazzling dome, which is covered in 23.5-karat gold.
University of Charleston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Charleston, during your travels in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Haddad Riverfront Park
Haddad Riverfront Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
West Virginia State Museum
Familiarize yourself with the story of West Virginia at this nicely laid-out museum, which covers such diverse topics as coal and the Civil War.
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Friendly staff, clean room.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Embassy Suites Charleston
The staff was so welcoming and great. We loved their social happy hour that was in the hotel and the breakfast was also really good. Great location we would go back!
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
They do need to work on the breakfast
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center
Overall our stay was perfect. The bed was very comfortable, room was clean, no issues at all. Only thing I noticed was we stayed on the 5th floor and when entering the hallway there was a very strong smell of cigaret smoke. There were not smoking rooms, so my guess was a guest ignored this. I was ...
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
The room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Clean
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston
Grosscup Road Historic District
Some popular features of Grosscup Road Historic District include its casinos and river views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is well-liked for its casinos, and you can visit sights like West Virginia State Museum and West Virginia Culture Center if you have time to explore the area.
West Side
While visiting West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park.
South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.
Loudendale
Loudendale might not have many top sights, but Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Kanawha State Forest are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kanawha City
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kanawha City. You might want to make time for a stop at Kanawha Mall Shopping Center or Kanawha Landing.
