Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Charleston

Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
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Popular places to visit

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Charleston with a trip to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
Charleston City Market

Charleston City Market

4/5(21 reviews)

Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.

Charleston City Market
College of Charleston

College of Charleston

3.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

College of Charleston
Waterfront Park featuring landscape views, general coastal views and autumn leaves

Waterfront Park

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Stroll the city’s waterfront esplanades at sunset, when the afternoon sun begins to dip and the harbor is lit with soft colors.

Waterfront Park
South Carolina Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

4/5(2 reviews)

See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.

South Carolina Aquarium
The Citadel

The Citadel

2.5/5(2 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of The Citadel during your travels in Charleston. Visit the area's churches or amble around its beautiful beaches.

The Citadel

Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹24,481 per night from 5 May to 6 May
₹24,481
₹27,908 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,605 reviews)
"The hotel was conveniently located to dining, shopping, and sight seeing. It had a nostalgic feel and the rooms were nicely decorated. The bathrooms were dated, but it is a very old building."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹17,939 per night from 11 May to 12 May
₹17,939
₹24,515 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,562 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful even going out of their way in helping me deal with a minor medical need. Great location and facilities. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Emeline
The Charleston Place
The Charleston Place
5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹59,797 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹59,797
₹68,363 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

The Charleston Place
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹12,193 per night from 26 May to 27 May
₹12,193
₹14,924 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,207 reviews)
Even so, will stay again due to location
"I requested a handicap room at booking. Called the hotel directly to make sure the room had a walk in shower. I was assured they did. We found once there that they the room did NOT have a walk in shower. I requested a mat for the slippery tub floor, and was told to just put some towels down in it. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
3.5 out of 5
560 King Street, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹15,604 per night from 26 May to 27 May
₹15,604
₹17,983 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Everything was nice. We were a little disappointed in the food. It was only average. Everything was nice, and the staff was very nice."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
115 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹22,319 per night from 26 May to 27 May
₹22,319
₹28,513 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (802 reviews)
"It was in a great area! Close to all restaurants, shopping and transportation. We walked everywhere and could not be more happy with this hotel!"

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

South Carolina which includes interior views and heritage architecture

Radcliffeborough

If you're spending some time in Radcliffeborough, Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul and Brith Shalom Beth Israel Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

Radcliffeborough
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Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.

Harleston Village
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Cannonborough Elliotborough

If you're spending some time in Cannonborough Elliotborough, Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Cannonborough Elliotborough
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King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

King Street
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Charleston Historic District

5/5(35 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal to Charleston City Market – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Charleston Historic District
South Carolina Aquarium featuring marine life

Ansonborough

If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ansonborough

Downtown Charleston Travel Guide