French Quarter Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Charleston Waterfront Park showing a garden and a sunset as well as a small group of people

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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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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Dock Street Theater

Enjoy a show at Dock Street Theater, a popular theatre in Charleston. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Dock Street Theater
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Pink House Gallery

Rich with history, Pink House Gallery is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.

Pink House Gallery
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Old Slave Mart Museum

Rich with history, Old Slave Mart Museum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Charleston. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Old Slave Mart Museum
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Washington Square

Meet, mingle and move in this verdant park in the heart of downtown Charleston, a quiet retreat near several of the city’s top attractions.

Washington Square

Activities

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Charleston: Historic Downtown Food Tour with Tastings

AU$150
Per adult
Charleston: Historic Downtown Food Tour with Tastings
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Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

AU$53
Per adult
Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour
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Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking Class

AU$378
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking Class
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The Best Walking Tour in Charleston!

AU$45
Per adult
The Best Walking Tour in Charleston!
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Charleston's Haunted Ghost Tour - Solo Smart Phone Guided Tour

AU$12
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston's Haunted Ghost Tour - Solo Smart Phone Guided Tour
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Charleston: Walking History and Bar Tour

AU$48
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Walking History and Bar Tour
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Our pick of the best French Quarter Hotel Deals

The Vendue
The Vendue
4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$499 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$499
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 Palmetto Hotel
The Palmetto Hotel
4 out of 5
194 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$604 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$604
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (411 reviews)
"This was a great location for our visit to Charleston. We have been several times and stayed in different locations around town. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

The Palmetto Hotel
The Loutrel
The Loutrel
4 out of 5
61 State St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$687 per night from 29 May to 30 May
AU$687
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (595 reviews)
"Such kind, accommodating staff! Delicious breakfast included, plus happy hour drinks from 5-6pm! PERFECT location! Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

The Loutrel
French Quarter Inn
French Quarter Inn
4 out of 5
166 Church St, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$637 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$637
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Always a great stay
"Always a great place to stay. They take care of you and you sense you are valued. Right in the middle of everything."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

French Quarter Inn
HarbourView Inn
HarbourView Inn
4 out of 5
2 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$669 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$669
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"We are return guests. We reserved a water view room. We checked in, started to unpack and discovered water pouring out of the ceiling about bath vanity. The A/C handler was located in the ceiling above the bath vanity. We had to change rooms. The room was very nice, but the view was terrible - the ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

HarbourView Inn
Market Pavilion Hotel
Market Pavilion Hotel
4.5 out of 5
225 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$704 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$704
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Great place and service!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Market Pavilion Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around French Quarter

Charleston

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
Nathaniel Russell House which includes interior views

South of Broad

If you're spending some time in South of Broad, Rainbow Row and Waterfront Park are top sights worth seeing.

South of Broad
Charleston

Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.

Harleston Village
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
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Downtown Charleston

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Charleston Music Hall.

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

French Quarter Travel Guide

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