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 Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Nice location, close to downtown but still quiet. Our room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Charleston Marriott
Great customer service and clean room!
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
Staff extraordinarily helpful and professional. Beautiful hotel, very comfortable room.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston-North Charleston
Amazing room great check in staff great Bistro Very clean linen. Wish we had a microwave!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Clean, comfortable room, friendly staff
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Marl is excellent
Reviewed on Oct 30, 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.
