East Central Travel Guide
Charleston
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Medical University of South Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Medical University of South Carolina during your travels in Charleston. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
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.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
Top hotels in East Central
The Francis Marion Hotel
Our stay was excellent stay your staff was on point. Rooms were great,bed was very comfortable also very clean. And your restaurant The Swap Fox was a blessing the Hostess and servers were great (Miss Dorothy). Food was excellent overall a great experience..
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Resort fees
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Staff was geeat
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
The staff here were excellent! They did a great job sharing about the amazing amenities on the property. The views and amenities were great and would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Great value.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Emeline
Room was small but clean. Staff was friendly and attentive. The location is perfect and I wish I had more time to try the amenities as they seemed on point.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
North Morrison
While visiting North Morrison, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Cemetery and Charleston Apple Museum.
North-Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hampton Park Terrace
While there might not be top attractions in Hampton Park Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Upper King Design District and Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium.
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.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park are top sights worth seeing.
