Westside
Charleston
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 lively bars.
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.
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.
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
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Parking was ok. TV was broken and reading light was broken> Requested maintenance for those two items three days in a row. Answer was always it will be fixed tomorrow. Never happened. We found the maintenance man in the hallway and he came and replaced the tv at 8:30 our last night. Bathroom needs ...
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Emeline
Room cleaning, stuff great, service is great. Very convenient
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
everything is perfect
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Great friendly staff recomend the reel Bar
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff, cool decor and pool
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
I am 100% disabled. I was asked to move rooms three times due to reservation issues. I asked to see the GM the third time, and a new front desk person showed up who hadn't been there 2 weeks yet. I'll give them one more chance. Then I'll find a new place to stay while on Folly. Also...I'm a frequent ...
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Hampton Park Terrace
Hampton Park Terrace might not have many top sights, but Upper King Design District and Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium 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.
Radcliffeborough
While there might not be top attractions in Radcliffeborough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
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 Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
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.
