Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Charleston
Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions
Things to do

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing

Folly Beach: Sunset Dolphin Boat Tour to Morris Island
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

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The Francis Marion Hotel
"Beautiful views, great location, impressive staff."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

The Ryder Hotel
"The room was very clean however VERY small. Very good location for walking. Hymans seafood restaurant which is an excellent restaurant was only a block away and well worth going to ."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

The Charleston Place
"I had a wonderful stay at The Charleston Place. The hotel is beautiful, elegant, and very clean, with fresh flowers and beautiful greenery throughout the property that create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The location is excellent, right in the heart of historic Charleston, making it very convenient ..."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Andrew Pinckney Inn
"Excellent in every way. No fuss, no muss."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

The Palmetto Hotel
"The Palmetto was absolutely perfect. First impression walking in is a gorgeous, inviting sitting room and a beautiful bar around the corner at the entrance, and then very lovely staff welcoming at check in. The room and (large) bathroom were clean and also beautiful. I love that a steamer was in ..."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

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.

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

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.




























