Downtown Charleston, SC
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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.
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.
Charleston Music Hall
Enjoy a show at Charleston Music Hall, a storied theater in Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Emeline
Gorgeous suite in a hotel located in an ideal location. Staff was Friendly, fast and helpful
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
The staff was great! but the rooms were not very clean and the bathrooms were not very clean.
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
The Ryder Hotel
Immaculate and adorably decorated. We loved the food and drinks so much we had multiple meals there. Staff was courteous and rooms were super comfortable and cute. Best place for selfies and we had a wonderful girls weekend and 50th birthday celebration
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Planters Inn
Yes and yes
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
The Vendue
Staff was great. Very clean rooms.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Great location and nice staff
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Charleston
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.
Harleston Village
If you're spending some time in Harleston Village, Marion Square and The Riviera Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Charleston Historic District
Explore this National Historic Landmark District, boasting an unparalleled collection of 18th and 19th-century architecture, including Charleston "single houses." Nearby Ansonborough features fine Greek Revival houses and historic civic buildings.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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