East Central
Charleston
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.
Medical University of South Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Medical University of South Carolina, during your travels in Charleston. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Things to do
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
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
Top hotels in East Central
The Francis Marion Hotel
Friendly attentive staff and great location
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Darling hotel, perfect downtown location, great customer service and love the bar and restaurant. We will be back!
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Emeline
Resort fees were ridiculous. No amenities to call it a resort.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Hyatt Place North Charleston
All of the above. It was a great experience
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Clean room, great staff, comfortable accommodations. Would definitely stay there again!
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Yes! Everything was amazing.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
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, Upper King Design District and Music Farm 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.
