Westside Travel Guide
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
2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Folly Beach: Morning Dolphin Boat Trip to Morris Island
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Friendly and diligent staff. Clean room and hotel.
Reviewed on 19 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
Great boutique hotel, we had drinks at the bar and also went to the outdoor patio/courtyard which was lovely! Everything as pictured! The room was spacious as well as the bathroom...loved the complimentary coffee bar on each floor. Great location for all of downtown
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
Hshs
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Very clean, staff was amazing, and this will be our hotel of choice every year! There is only one thing we disliked. There was a very strong, cologne type air freshener that hits you in the face when you open the door to the room. After being in there awhile, it fades. But it’s there every time you ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Vendue
Great amenities and staff. Will stay there again
Reviewed on 17 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.
