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.
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.
Port of Charleston
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.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
Things to do
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Top hotels in East Central
The Francis Marion Hotel
Great!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Pool side nice, water heated to 75 degrees. Little chilly
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Ryder Hotel
We loved everything about this hotel! From the Sangria greeting, the amazing Valet that not only parked our car, but delivered and picked up our luggage, the charming decor and fabulous pool area with its amazing bartender! We’ll be back!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Lovely hotel in a beautiful spot, went for breakfast which is $20 per head and you wouldn’t expect to be paying an extra $4 for a small glass of orange juice. Left a sour taste I’m afraid .
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Gy
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Emeline
Great location, awesome restruant and bar, along with great service.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 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 Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, 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 Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
