South of Broad
Charleston
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.
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.
St. Michael's Episcopal Church
Gaze up at the iconic white steeple and learn about the rich history of the oldest surviving religious structure in Charleston.
Things to do
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Folly River Dolphin Adventure (options for private or public)
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Charleston Old Town Trolley Holiday Tour
Charleston Historic Downtown Exploration Game and Tour
Top hotels in South of Broad
20 South Battery
Beautiful historic boutique hotel with all the southern charms. Comfortable, clean with some nice extra touches like free water and brekky. Also free parking across the street and right near the waterfront. Within walking distance of King Street and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Emeline
Everything was excellent.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
Nice people
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Ryder Hotel
Great design
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Convenient, clean room and comfortable beds. The staff was extremely welcoming and nice.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Everyone was super friendly, clean room
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South of Broad
French Quarter
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dock Street Theater to Charleston City Market – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
