Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Downtown Charleston

Popular places to visit

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Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

4/5(4 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
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College of Charleston

3.5/5(3 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
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Charleston City Market

4.5/5(11 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
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Waterfront Park

4.5/5(9 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
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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
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The Citadel

4.5/5(3 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

Activities

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Day Trips to Charleston#7 See Ft Sumter,CarriageTour,Lunch & more

AU$325
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Day Trips to Charleston#7 See Ft Sumter,CarriageTour,Lunch & more
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Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

AU$128
Per adult
Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island
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Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor

AU$85
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
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Charleston: Small Group Food Tour – Savor the Flavors

AU$166
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Small Group Food Tour – Savor the Flavors
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Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

AU$76
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
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Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip

AU$204
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip
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Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$226 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$226
per night
20 May - 21 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (772 reviews)
"Extremely friendly and helpful employees. Great continental breakfast! Room was clean but bathroom shower tended to leak and get floor wet. Parking is somewhat inconvenient as there are not many spots by hotel and we had to park in the parking garage of the next building (although we were able to ..."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$531 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$531
per night
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,276 reviews)
"We were. In a good location convenient to shopping, dinner and a walk along the water. The restaurant at the hotel was excellent. Our only complaint was the location of our room (we had a room in the back of the hotel. Next time we will ask for a different room. Overall great atmosphere and friendly ..."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Emeline
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 AU$935 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$935
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"We will stay again in this hotel next time. Very positive vibes."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

The Charleston Place
The Vendue
The Vendue
4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$501 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$501
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
"Great property highly recommend!!"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

The Vendue
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$430 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$430
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,482 reviews)
"Great location to walk all over the historic district. Little more road noise where our room was located but not super bad and not all the time."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

The Francis Marion Hotel
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 AU$440 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$440
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (424 reviews)
"Wonderful Hotel. Loved the size and location. Charming and historical ."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

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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Historic Charleston

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

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

Historic Charleston
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

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