Downtown Charleston, SC
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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.
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.
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.
The Citadel
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of The Citadel, during your travels in Charleston. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
The Francis Marion Hotel
Loved this property!
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Hotel was clean & staff friendly. Great coffee shop and location was perfect to walk everywhere.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Emeline
Staff
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
We arrived at midnight (January 9-10). The front desk was most helpful. Throughout our short stay, I have to stay every staff member we encountered was so pleasant and helpful. The breakfast variety was a nice touch as well. This is surely a hotel I would return to for a quick get away!
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
The Charleston Place
Clean room, friendly staff, great location
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Bennett
We will be back. Staff is amazing!
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Charleston
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 Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
Harleston Village
If you're spending some time in Harleston Village, Marion Square and Colonial Lake 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.
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.
Downtown Charleston, SC
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