French Quarter
Charleston
Visit French Quarter
Popular places to visit
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
Dock Street Theater
Enjoy a show at Dock Street Theater, a storied theater in Charleston. Discover the area's stunning cathedral, or seek out its local tours.
Washington Square
Meet, mingle and move in this verdant park in the heart of downtown Charleston, a quiet retreat near several of the city’s top attractions.
Pink House Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Pink House Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Charleston. Add the area's churches or shops to your travel plans.
Old Slave Mart Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Old Slave Mart Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Charleston. Discover the area's churches, or seek out its local tours.
St. Philip's Church
Attend a service with the oldest religious congregation in South Carolina, dating back to the 17th century. George Washington worshipped with this congregation.
Things to do
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston Old Town Trolley Holiday Tour
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 French Quarter
The Palmetto Hotel
Everything
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
The Vendue
Clean, friendly staff, amazing art, however, the breakfast that is included is simply a bag that is hung on your door with fruit, croissants and muffins.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
HarbourView Inn
Loved the hotel, absolutely fabulous. Great pillows!
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
The Meeting Street Inn
Older hotel but well managed. Very comfortable stay. Staff was superb. Excellent location for downtown CHS.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
The Loutrel
The hotel is in an excellent location, Very clean, nicely decorated… The only negative for us is that we wish the bed was just a little softer. Other than that, Wonderful hotel. Very nice staff!
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel
Great staff. Great character. Excellent location. Comfortable beds. Liked separate spaces. Liked the 2 floors and kitchen.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around French Quarter
Charleston Historic District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Charleston Historic District. Make a stop by Charleston City Market or Shops at Charleston Place while you're exploring the area.
South of Broad
If you're spending some time in South of Broad, Rainbow Row and Nathaniel Russell House are top sights worth seeing.
Harleston Village
If you're spending some time in Harleston Village, Marion Square and Colonial Lake are top sights worth seeing.
King Street
While visiting King Street, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Charleston
Travelers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
