Visit East Central
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.
Things to do
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Folly River Dolphin Adventure (options for private or public)
Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Top hotels in East Central
Emeline
Room was very spacious and clean. Staff was helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
The hotel and room were great! We also enjoyed the breakfast at the restaurant. The staff was friendly and helpful. The best thing was the location, right in the middle of everything.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Room was clean. Staff were all very friendly and eager to help/answer questions.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Very friendly staff and good overall but towells too small and lack of parking a real problem
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Planters Inn
This place is my favorite in all of downtown Peninsula grill on property has amazing dinner and coconut cake is epic
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
The Vendue
Great location & staff.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
North Morrison
While visiting North Morrison, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Cemetery and Charleston Apple Museum.
North-Central
While North-Central isn't home to many top sights, Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District are some notable places to visit nearby.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hampton Park Terrace
Hampton Park Terrace might not have many top sights, but Upper King Design District and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cannonborough Elliotborough
While visiting Cannonborough Elliotborough, you might make a stop by sights like Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum.
Westside
While visiting Westside, you might make a stop by sights like Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field.
