Downtown Charleston
Charleston
Visit Downtown Charleston
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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.
Charleston Music Hall
Enjoy a performance at Charleston Music Hall, a popular theatre in Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Folly River Dolphin Adventure (options for private or public)
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Drayton Hall Admission Ticket with Interpreter-Guided Tour
Charleston Historic Downtown Exploration Game and Tour
Charleston Tour: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston
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
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Everyone was super friendly, clean room
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Vendue
Great location and friendly staff with lots of small, special touches like cookies in the room and a breakfast basket in the morning. Would definitely stay again!!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
The Palmetto Hotel
Loved it all!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston
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.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.
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.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
