Westside
Charleston
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 Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
The Hotel was in the perfect location-dowtown, historical area, and other Charleston attractions.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Charleston Marriott
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Reviewed on 6 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
Emeline
Nice clean hotel. It was convenient to have complimentary Nespresso coffee and fruits on each floor. The room service was taking care about the bed and the rest of the room every day. The location is very convenient.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Loved the heated pool and outdoor area. Great food options. Beautiful property. Clean rooms
Reviewed on 11 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
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
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.
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.
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.
North-Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Magnolia Cemetery and Upper King Design District.
Downtown Charleston
Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Magnolia Cemetery and Upper King Design District, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
