East Central

Charleston

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Popular places to visit

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

4/5(3 reviews)

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

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
College of Charleston

College of Charleston

3.5/5(2 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 showing markets as well as a small group of people

Charleston City Market

4/5(21 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
Charleston Waterfront Park showing a coastal town, fall colors and landscape views

Waterfront Park

4.5/5(14 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 featuring interior views and marine life

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

5/5(14 reviews)

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

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Things to do

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

RM190
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

RM169
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall

Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall

RM910
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

RM210
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

RM190
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting

Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting

RM72
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting
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Top hotels in East Central

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is RM761 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
RM761
RM868 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (1,753 reviews)
"The people working at this historic hotel are the very best. Our stay was comfortable and the rooms clean. The only reason for the 4 star was that their boiler died when we first git there and we only had cold water for 2 days. It's a lovely hitel and i would stay there again."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
3 out of 5
West Montague Avenue, 2934, North Charleston, SC
The price is RM459 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM459
RM523 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (321 reviews)
"The best guest experience we've had at any hotel. The entire staff is so friendly and customer focused. Guests are really treated like gold. We'll be back to see Maria at the bar and have more of those amazing Old Fashioneds."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is RM833 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM833
RM1,150 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,626 reviews)
"Love my vacations in Charleston! Great place for staying!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 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
Book a stay at this 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! (1,842 reviews)
"Wonderful resort friendly staff plenty of parking and nice amenities"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
3.5 out of 5
250 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Hwy 17, Mount Pleasant, SC
The price is RM490 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
RM490
RM625 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Great hotel! Nice rooms, perfect location to downtown, nice amenities"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
The Ryder Hotel
The Ryder Hotel
3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is RM991 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
RM991
RM1,337 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great rooms and location but for the $$$ money, the rooms were very loud and you could hear everything. I would expect these to be quiet and tranquil."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

The Ryder Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around East Central

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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
Magnolia Cemetery featuring a cemetery, signage and religious aspects

North Morrison

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Morrison and surrounding area, you can visit Upper King Design District and Music Farm.

North Morrison
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Wagener Terrace

When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Wagener Terrace
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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
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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 Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.

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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