King Street Travel Guide
Charleston





Visit King Street
Popular places to visit

Charleston Music Hall
Enjoy a performance at Charleston Music Hall, a popular theatre in Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the churches in the area.

Upper King Design District
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Upper King Design District during your visit to Charleston. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.

American Theater
Enjoy a show at American Theater, a popular theatre in Charleston. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.

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.

South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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 King Street

The Francis Marion Hotel
Wonderful staff, beautiful property and within walking distance to great shopping and restaurants
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Hotel Bennett
Staff went above & beyond to make our stay wonderful!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

The Restoration
Great location walkable to areas of interest.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

The Nickel Hotel
Friendly staff, splendid room
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Hotel Richemont
It was a great location. We had a 2 bedroom suite and I have never slept so well. Can’t wait to come back. Wonderful staff
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

The Pinch Hotel
The Pinch is an adorable hotel in a great location. The staff is so nice and the Lowland restaurant was delicious. I highly recommend for your Charleston stay.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around King Street

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.

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.

Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.

Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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.

Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
