Air Harbor Travel Guide
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.
Medical University of South Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Medical University of South Carolina during your travels in Charleston. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Top hotels in Air Harbor
Emeline
Walkable location, very helpful and kind staff, EXPENSIVE, - very slightly dated but clean rooms - noisy with concurrent events at this location - weddings, etc…
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Room was clean. Outdoor pool not great. No breakfast. Bathroom door was almost impossible to shut. Sliding door.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
The hotel had a nice outdoor pool area and clean rooms, very convenient drive to downtown Charleston
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Overall, wonderful stay. The pool and Little Palm was great! The rooms were cute and the coffee shop was convenient. However, our room was a Premier King and, for the amount we paid, we had no view (completely covered by bush and gate, felt a bit jailish), the room was incredibly loud as it backed ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
The property needs a lot of updating. The elevators were out of order many times during our stay resulting in our family, including a child with an ankle fracture, having to walk up 8 flights of stairs multiple times. The bathrooms have no ventilation. There is no furniture on the balconies. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
Wonderful staff, beautiful property and within walking distance to great shopping and restaurants
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Air Harbor
West Ashley
West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.
Riverland Terrace
While there might not be top attractions in Riverland Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Charleston Municipal Golf Course and St. Johns Yacht Harbor.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Upper King Design District, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field are top sights worth seeing.
Hampton Park Terrace
While there might not be top attractions in Hampton Park Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Upper King Design District.
North-Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Upper King Design District and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
