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
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston
Ferry Round Trip between Waterfront Park and Daniel Island
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston
Emeline
The staff were exceptional as always! Chico and Ashley were the most accommodating and friendly front desk workers I’ve ever dealt with at any hotel. Always smiling and asking if we needed anything.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
The room was very clean and comfortable. Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Vendue
great
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Proper clean room. Extremely helpful front desk staff. Above and beyond help with photocopying etc. well respectable breakfast and overall service.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Planters Inn
Clean Room and Lots of Space
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Charleston Place
Beautiful hotel, wonderful staff
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
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 Colonial Lake.
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.
