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 Meeting Street Inn
The Meeting Street Inn
3.5 out of 5
173 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$420 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$420
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Nice people and property. Beds are super comfortable. Bathroom got very wet every shower because of having only a half door. Water didn’t totally drain and stood in bottom. Needs more hooks on walls for hanging toiletry bags, etc. Very conveniently located."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

The Meeting Street Inn
HarbourView Inn
HarbourView Inn
4 out of 5
2 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$595 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$595
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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! (1,003 reviews)
Best hotel!
"Without a doubt, the best hotel experience that I’ve had. I travel a lot and the service in the extras and the friendliness of everyone at this hotel is a reason I would come back and only stay here in the future."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

HarbourView Inn
The Vendue
The Vendue
4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$483 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$483
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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! (195 reviews)
"Wonderful boutique 5 star hotel, the staff is amazing, food is good and rooms are great! If you want to experience 5 star service at a perfect location, you need to stay here!"

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

The Vendue
The Loutrel
The Loutrel
4 out of 5
61 State St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$591 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$591
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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! (613 reviews)
"This was one of our favorite hotels experienced in our recent vacation. Located right in the middle of the Historic District of Charleston it was great for walking to restaurants, shopping and sightseeing. I drive an EV and it was wonderful to have the valet welcome me with "Can I park your car and ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

The Loutrel
The Palmetto Hotel
The Palmetto Hotel
4 out of 5
194 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$547 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$547
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (432 reviews)
"We visited Charleston for my daughter’s graduation trip and our stay at the Palmetto was amazing! Everyone was so friendly and made us feel so welcomed. The shower is FABULOUS and the beds were very comfortable. We were conveniently located to King Street and the Charleston Market for shopping. We ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

The Palmetto Hotel
French Quarter Inn
French Quarter Inn
4 out of 5
166 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$600 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$600
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (1,009 reviews)
"It was an oasis in all the fun, busy streets of Charleston. Walkable to King Street, many great dining options, the City Market. The wine and cheese reception is a great launch to dining (Henry’s is just across the street). Breakfasts on the terrace are a great start to the day! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

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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

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