Visit East 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
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston Historic Downtown Exploration Game and Tour
90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Top hotels in East Central
Emeline
We stayed five nights at Emilie. The room we originally booked was really small. There was no way I could stay there five nights. We asked the front desk if they could upgrade our room or give us a bigger room and they did so. That made a world of difference in our stay. It’s a really pretty hotel ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
Beautiful hotel! Sweetest staff! We got upgraded to a suite and a later check out time. The doa was amazing and they give a discount if you stay at the hotel! We had such a wonderful experience thanks to the staff
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Planters Inn
It was a perfect stay. Great Location and room was incredible!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Clean room, staff were friendly, and great breakfast offerings!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Hotel was decent. Most of the staff were helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
North Morrison
While visiting North Morrison, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Cemetery and Charleston Apple Museum.
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 Music Farm.
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.
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.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field are top sights worth seeing.
