East Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Central
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.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.
Activities
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Our pick of the best East Central Hotel Deals
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
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Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
Excellent staff, great hotel in a wonderful location
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Very pleasant stay
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Wonderful hotel, beautiful room, great balcony, nice pool, and accommodating staff I would definitely return
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
Outdoor pool was dirty and chairs were ripped and torn.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Great spot!
Reviewed on 19 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.
