East Central Travel Guide
Charleston
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Ferry Round Trip between Waterfront Park and Daniel Island
Top hotels in East Central
The Francis Marion Hotel
Everything good
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Everything was great, very nice and comfortable room. Great amenities, and friendly team. Would definitiley stay again, but we would ask for a room with a better view. The room was cave like because we face a wall and overlooked the driveway to the parking.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Emeline
The beds are beyond comfortable after a long day of exploring. The restaurant is delicious anytime of day and the service is friendly no matter the request. This is our second time staying here while on vacation and its a fast favorite for us.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Clean room, great staff, comfortable accommodations. Would definitely stay there again!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place North Charleston
Beautiful grounds, great staff, clean room.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Great service, great hotel!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 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 Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District, 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 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.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park are top sights worth seeing.
