Riverland Terrace Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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 lively bars.

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.

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.

South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.

Fort Sumter
Enjoy an informative boat ride on picturesque Charleston Harbor and explore the grounds of one of America’s most significant Civil War-era forts and battle sites.
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 Riverland Terrace Hotel Deals

Emeline
Hotel is in a great location and easy to walk to local attractions. Upon arrival we were notified of a wedding being held below our window and that the music would stop @ 10 pm. While it did stop at the promised time, it was not the peaceful and relaxing overnight stay we would have preferred.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

The Ryder Hotel
Great stay with my daughter to visit College of Charleston. Location was perfect for walking to everything.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
Great location, friendly staff and just made the trip perfect!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Window are sealed , also the bed are too soft not very comfortable
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
The pool area is great as is the bar inside and out! The bartenders were fabulous and the food looked good (we had already eaten). I was not happy with the room, however. The window was so fogged between the panes you could not see out at all, there was no side table or nightstand on the side of ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
Best place I have ever stayed great service and people and rooms
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverland Terrace

Air Harbor
While Air Harbor isn't home to many top sights, Citadel Mall and Gullah Geechee Exhibit & Borough Project are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field are top sights worth seeing.

Whitehouse Plantation
While Whitehouse Plantation isn't home to many top sights, Harbor View Shopping Center and Battery Number 5 Marker are some notable places to visit nearby.

West Ashley
West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

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.

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