South of Broad Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South of Broad
Popular places to visit
Rainbow Row
Find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Rainbow Row. Make time for the churches and local tours in this walkable area.
Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
Admire the brown stone neo-Gothic design of this intriguing cathedral and examine the portrayals of Christ in the exquisite stained-glass windows.
White Point Gardens
Learn about pirates and examine the cannons and military memorials in an enchanting riverside park with fortifications that once defended the city.
Calhoun Mansion
See what life was like in the Gilded Age of Charleston at this graceful Victorian mansion, now operated as a house museum.
Edmonston-Alston House
Tour the graceful public rooms and piazzas of one of Charleston’s finest house museums and enjoy commanding views of Charleston Harbor.
Nathaniel Russell House
This 19th-century mansion is remarkable for its circular dining room, self-supporting three-story spiral staircase and elaborate detailing.
Activities
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Our pick of the best South of Broad Hotel Deals
The Francis Marion Hotel
"Great location and was walking distance to everything we needed to do and see!"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
The Ryder Hotel
"Beautiful place. Close to everything!"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Emeline
"Room very small. No drawers or closet."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Tru by Hilton Charleston Ashley Phosphate
"Thank you for keeping it clean and safe"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
"Very nice appearing resort but mechanically needs improvement. Screen on patio door very difficult to open. We left it open because we were afraid we would not get it open again. Closet doors would not close and bathroom pocket door needs a handle because it is so difficult to open. Also the cold ..."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
The Charleston Place
"Everything was fine"
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in South of Broad
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Downtown Charleston
Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
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.
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.
