Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston
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Popular places to visit

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

4/5(4 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(3 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

Charleston City Market

4.5/5(11 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
South Carolina Aquarium

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
Waterfront Park featuring general coastal views, landscape views and a coastal town

Waterfront Park

4.5/5(9 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
The Citadel

The Citadel

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of The Citadel during your travels in Charleston. Visit the area's churches or amble around its beautiful beaches.

The Citadel

Activities

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

AU$60
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

AU$58
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

AU$76
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Charleston: Sunset Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Sunset Harbor Cruise

AU$88
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Sunset Harbor Cruise
Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

AU$43
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall

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

AU$327
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall
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Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$397 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$397
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,384 reviews)
"Excellent location and property!"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$361 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$361
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,476 reviews)
"Cool old building! Elevator needs some upgrades! The lobby lighting could be dimmed in evening for a better atmosphere!"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Charleston Place
The Charleston Place
5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$642 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$642
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"First class."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

The Charleston Place
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$208 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,055 reviews)
"It was a very nice room very clean and close to my destination."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge, an IHG Hotel
The Vendue
The Vendue
4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$313 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$313
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (354 reviews)
Great all around!
"Everyone from check in to check out were amazing! Thank you for the hospitality! The location was perfect for us as well!"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

The Vendue
Comfort Inn Downtown Charleston
Comfort Inn Downtown Charleston
2.5 out of 5
144 Bee St, Charleston, SC
The price is AU$165 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Unknown before check-in, hotel was under renovation."

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Comfort Inn Downtown Charleston
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

South Carolina which includes interior views and heritage architecture

Radcliffeborough

If you're spending some time in Radcliffeborough, Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul and Brith Shalom Beth Israel Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

Radcliffeborough
Charleston

Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.

Harleston Village
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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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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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Charleston Historic District

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal to Charleston City Market – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Charleston Historic District
South Carolina Aquarium featuring marine life

Ansonborough

If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ansonborough

Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

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