East Central
Charleston
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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.
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.
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
Emeline
Beautiful hotel in a perfect location. Restaurant and courtyard were great to eat, drink, do a little work and get some sun. Gym is adequate for a quick workout. Walking distance to the harbor, bay, and all the great food and drink in town along, with historical sights. Staff was great.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
The room was great, and the staff were kind and very helpful! They allowed us to check in very early as our room was ready. My only complaint would be that our room did not have blackout shades on 2 of the windows, so it was quite bright in the morning. Other then that- fantastic stay!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Wonderful location, very convenient to the connector to travel over to IOP & very convenient to shops in Mt. Pleasant & downtown Charleston. The amenities were stellar & I particularly loved the Bluetooth compatibility to play my favorite playlists in surround sound. Will most definitely patronize ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Ideal location for walking to points of interest around Charleston. Most importantly accommodations were very clean, room was spacious and staff helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a reasonably priced hotel in Charleston especially if they don’t have a car.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
The lobby in this historic hotel is very pretty. Also, great location! We did like our room. However, the bathroom was tiny!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
Dirty!! Found a crab leg on the floor by the table in the room. No exhaust fan in bathroom, moid growing in the shower stall. Our room when you’d open the door was a view of the ac unit for the lobby area. Had a view of the ocean but it came with a view to the outside restaurants roof. Pair of scissors ...
Reviewed on 17 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.
