Westside Travel Guide

Charleston

Popular places to visit

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Charleston with a trip to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
College of Charleston

College of Charleston

3.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

College of Charleston
Charleston City Market

Charleston City Market

4/5(21 reviews)

Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.

Charleston City Market
Waterfront Park featuring landscape views, general coastal views and autumn leaves

Waterfront Park

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Stroll the city’s waterfront esplanades at sunset, when the afternoon sun begins to dip and the harbor is lit with soft colors.

Waterfront Park
South Carolina Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

4/5(2 reviews)

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

South Carolina Aquarium
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

5/5(14 reviews)

Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Things to do

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

฿1,557
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch
Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall

Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall

฿6,975
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

฿1,298
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

฿1,606
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

฿1,460
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Day Trip to Charleston Tour #5: Bus Tour, Boone Plantation, Lunch and More

Day Trip to Charleston#5: Bus Tour,Boone Hall, City Market, Lunch

฿3,731
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Charleston#5: Bus Tour,Boone Hall, City Market, Lunch
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Top hotels in Westside

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
The price is ฿3,563 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,563
฿4,450 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,303 reviews)
"This hotel was great! Very good location!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Charleston Marriott

Charleston Marriott

3.5 out of 5
170 Lockwood Blvd, Charleston, SC
The price is ฿5,020 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿5,020
฿5,794 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff is friendly, great outdoor patio, good food, very convenient."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Charleston Marriott
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is ฿5,801 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿5,801
฿6,613 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,753 reviews)
"I loved that this location was historic and in close walking distance to everything. We didn’t rent a car we just walked everywhere."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

3 out of 5
West Montague Avenue, 2934, North Charleston, SC
The price is ฿3,206 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,206
฿3,655 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions North Charleston Coliseum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (359 reviews)
"I liked clean hotel room and the hot coffee that was always provided."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is ฿5,305 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿5,305
฿7,551 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,630 reviews)
"The Emeline is located right in the heart of town but is very quiet. The staff is super friendly and helpful, especially the concierge. The room was huge and had a comfortable sitting area in addition to the bedroom. The hotel is well managed and beautiful. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Emeline
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
20 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC
Stay at this beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,848 reviews)
"Stunning Hotel, the view was beautiful. The staff was always friendly. Not a lot of food options besides the one restaurant in the property. We were there during two weddings and at different times both bars were closed for such celebrations and we had to our food delivered. We will definitely come ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Westside

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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.

Hampton Park Terrace
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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.

Cannonborough Elliotborough
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King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

King Street
South Carolina which includes interior views and heritage architecture

Radcliffeborough

If you're spending some time in Radcliffeborough, Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul and Brith Shalom Beth Israel Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

Radcliffeborough
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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.

North-Central
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Downtown Charleston

4/5(6 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Charleston Music Hall.

Downtown Charleston

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