Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

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

Port of Charleston

Port of Charleston

4/5(3 reviews)

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.

Port of Charleston
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
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
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

Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹19,204 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
₹19,204
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,666 reviews)
"The Emeline Hotel is very unique. We got upgraded to a one bedroom suite which was a wonderful surprise. They have a great coffee place inside and a small shopping area - big bar and sitting area outside. There sister hotel is the Ryder - so they give you drink tokens and you can get a free drink ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹20,469 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
₹20,469
per night
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (1,854 reviews)
"The beds were very comfortable and the room was very clean. We did have some trouble with getting hot water for showers and the bathroom doorknob fell off. The toilet also did not flush well. Maintenance came very quickly and remedied all the issues. The room was nousy due to being next to wear housekeeping ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place

5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹62,962 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
₹62,962
per night
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Had an issue with Expedia with reservations, hotel corrected the issue after much stress."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

The Charleston Place
The Vendue

The Vendue

4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹24,536 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
₹24,536
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (669 reviews)
Excellent Stay at The Vendue
"Cleaning staff, valets, and front desk personnel were most kind, friendly and extremely hospitable. Tour of lobby's art exhibit was led by a woman (whose name escapes me) who arranged the exhibit and answered my many questions about each painting/ art piece and the artist who creeated it. The night ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

The Vendue
The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹20,469 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
₹20,469
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"I thought the room was very cool the way decorated. I did notice that my window looked right into the people dining so not sure if I like paying the price to have to keep my curtains closed. The outdoor pool was small but hey - no big deal. The bartender younger guy could use an attitude adjustment. ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

The Ryder Hotel
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

3.5 out of 5
560 King Street, Charleston, SC
The price is ₹15,630 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
₹15,630
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,032 reviews)
Review.
"Staff was super friendly and very helpful. Quiet. Good location."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

South Carolina which includes interior views and heritage architecture

Radcliffeborough

While Radcliffeborough may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Charleston and Music Farm.

Radcliffeborough
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Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.

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 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, Port of Charleston and South Carolina Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

Ansonborough

Downtown Charleston Travel Guide