East Central
Charleston
Visit East Central
Popular places to visit
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.
Things to do
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Top hotels in East Central
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Clean and nice staff
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
Very friendly staff. Extremely friendly say check in! Convenient location.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Loved the cleanliness of the room, staff were very pleasant, and liked having the bar to unwind after a long day. Although I didn't use it, they had a nice pool area
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn
Loved it!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
Outdoor pool was dirty and chairs were ripped and torn.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Breakfast was very good and staff very accommodating. Happy each today was very enjoyable. Easy access to Visitor Center, Public transportation, restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
North Morrison
While visiting North Morrison, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Cemetery and Charleston Apple Museum.
North-Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Upper King Design District and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Upper King Design District, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field are top sights worth seeing.
