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 shops and local tours in this walkable area.
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.
Nathaniel Russell House
This 19th-century mansion is remarkable for its circular dining room, self-supporting three-story spiral staircase and elaborate detailing.
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.
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.
Activities
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Morning Charleston Harbor Sail Lux Catamaran Shade and Seating
Folly Beach: Morning Dolphin Boat Trip to Morris Island
Our pick of the best South of Broad Hotel Deals
Emeline
Great location very nice
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston-North Charleston
Really easy check in and out amazing downstairs bar really clean room wish they had more streaming options but amazing stay!
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
The experience was mixed.The counterperson upon check-in was unenthusiastic about her job and the welcome she provided. The hotel has very few parking spaces, leading to having most guests park in a garage across the street (which is validated, thankfully). The hotel itself is clean and quiet, the ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
This is a very clean hotel. The staff is very friendly. We will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
Very comfortable and enjoyable stay at Francis Marion Hotel
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Excellent place to stay and easy to get to the sites. Lots of parking and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South of Broad
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.
French Quarter
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston to Dock Street Theater – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston to Charleston City Market – 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 Port of Charleston and Charleston Music Hall.
Radcliffeborough
While Radcliffeborough may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Charleston and Music Farm.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, Port of Charleston and South Carolina Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
