North-Central
Charleston
Visit North-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.
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.
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.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.
Things to do
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing
Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
Top hotels in North-Central
Emeline
The location is perfect, staff very helpful and accommodating. I highly recommend the suite. The smaller room is nice but small. The yurt was a great experience.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
The suite was very large and comfortable. Staff was attentative and helpful. Room was very clean. Valet parking convenient, but not inexpensive.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Planters Inn
Great staff, quiet and comfortable room, great bathroom, convenient location to dining, shopping and museums. Excellent breakfast.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
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Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Very cozy-eclectic vibe - bar, pool, pool huts were great and our room was large, comfortable and cozy.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Great!!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North-Central
East Central
Though East Central may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Upper King Design District and Music Farm.
North Morrison
While visiting North Morrison, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Cemetery and Charleston Apple Museum.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Upper King Design District and Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site, 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 Upper King Design District and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field are top sights worth seeing.
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.
