Westside
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.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.
Things to do

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting

Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Top hotels in Westside

Charleston Marriott
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Emeline
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westside

Hampton Park Terrace
Hampton Park Terrace might not have many top sights, but Port of Charleston and Upper King Design District 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.

King Street
While visiting King Street, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall.

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.

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.

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 Port of Charleston and Charleston Music Hall.