James Island
Travel Guide





Visit James Island
Where to stay in James Island
- Charleston Historic District
- Downtown Charleston
- Cannonborough Elliotborough
- King Street
- Harleston Village

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.

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.

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.

Harleston Village
If you're spending some time in Harleston Village, Marion Square and The Riviera Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Emeline
"Very pleasant and welcoming hotel. Helpful and courteous staff. The coffee and fruit and water on each floor quite a treat and perk."
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
"First, the hotel is beautiful and in a great location for walking around seeing the sites. The Swamp Fox restaurant food was some of the best we had during the trip and the staff there went above and beyond for our entire meal. I only took one star down for the hotel in general because the bathrooms ..."
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2026

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
"Hotel was very nice. Pool area was great."
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2026

Fire Tower
"It was within walking distance of the historic district"
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

stayAPT Suites North Charleston
"easy to park"
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms
"This was our first time renting through Seagrass Resort, and they didn't disappoint. The condo was large, clean, and bright, and the marina view was a pleasant way to wake up. The pool was an extra bonus when the wind was blowing on the beach. We want to thank everyone who made our stay memorable ..."
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026
Stay near popular James Island attractions
Things to do

Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour





















