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.
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.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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.
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.
Top hotels in East Central
Emeline
Great location, friendly helpful staff, nice room, pleasant courtyard. Breakfast at restaurant hotel was poor, basic and cold food. Overall liked Emeline very much and would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
We were so happy with this hotel! We will stay here again and again
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Amazing hotel!!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Ryder Hotel
The pool is so nice. The rooms and gardens are so clean.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
We woke to a beautiful sunrise every morning. Its such a wonderful place if u want sunrise, sunset, and beach view. Not the first visit, nor will it be the last
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
N/A on Breakfast. Valet in the morning went out of his way to help while we loaded the car. Coffee downstairs is a nice touch
Reviewed on 14 Apr 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 Upper King Design District and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Upper King Design District, 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 Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Upper King Design District.
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, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field are top sights worth seeing.
