Westside
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.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.
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 Westside
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
Charleston Marriott
Excellent hotel we were in room 925. When the AC or heat came on the vent rattled making a loud noise. Heavy rust covers the door hinges to the bathroom which is not normal for a Marriott property.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
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
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Very clean and attentive personnel. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Vendue
great
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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 Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium.
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.
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 Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium 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.
