Westside Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Port of Charleston

Port of Charleston

4/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Charleston with a trip to Port of Charleston. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Port of Charleston
College of Charleston

College of Charleston

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

College of Charleston
Charleston City Market

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
Waterfront Park featuring general coastal views, landscape views and a coastal town

Waterfront Park

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Stroll the city’s waterfront esplanades at sunset, when the afternoon sun begins to dip and the harbor is lit with soft colors.

Waterfront Park
South Carolina Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

4/5(2 reviews)

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

South Carolina Aquarium
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Activities

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

AU$76
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

AU$61
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

AU$73
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

AU$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

AU$61
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

AU$43
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$215 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$215
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,375 reviews)
Great choice short distance from downtown
"Good - Rooms was large, beds comfy, no noise and AC was ice cold. Not so good - pillows flat and shower doors leaked on floor. Staff was awesome and breakfast was very good with many choices. Parking was an inconvenience as it was across the road in a different structure. KFC and McD next door but ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Charleston Marriott

Charleston Marriott

3.5 out of 5
170 Lockwood Blvd, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$368 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$368
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly check-in staff. Nice towels and linens. Carpet in room had ridge, possible trip hazard."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Charleston Marriott
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$487 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$487
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,670 reviews)
"Front desk was not that welcoming. Valet parking was very slow and sometimes not found"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Emeline
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
20 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,929 reviews)
"Great place to visit"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

3 out of 5
West Montague Avenue, 2934, North Charleston, SC
The price is AU$216 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$216
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions North Charleston Coliseum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (608 reviews)
"Everyone was so kind, the free breakfast and dinner and cocktails daily were such a nice feature and the staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$403 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$403
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,864 reviews)
"Nice hotel!"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside

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Hampton Park Terrace

While there might not be top attractions in Hampton Park Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Port of Charleston and Upper King Design District.

Hampton Park Terrace
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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.

Cannonborough Elliotborough
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King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

King Street
South Carolina which includes interior views and heritage architecture

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.

Radcliffeborough
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North-Central

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District.

North-Central
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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 and Charleston Music Hall.

Downtown Charleston

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