Kanawha City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
West Virginia State Capitol Building
Take a guided tour around West Virginia’s seat of government and marvel at its dazzling dome, which is covered in 23.5-karat gold.
West Virginia State Museum
Familiarize yourself with the story of West Virginia at this nicely laid-out museum, which covers such diverse topics as coal and the Civil War.
University of Charleston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Charleston during your travels in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
CAMC Memorial Hospital
If CAMC Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Charleston.
Kanawha Mall Shopping Center
You can do some window-shopping at Kanawha Mall Shopping Center during your stay in Charleston. While in this walkable area, you can savour the cosy cafes.
57th St Park
57th St Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!
Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston
Top hotels in Kanawha City
Quality Inn Charleston South
Room was clean. Very nice helpful staff. Spacious king room.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Charleston South
Amazing hotel! New, clean, nice staff!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
The staff was helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Red Roof Inn Charleston - Kanawha City, WV
The room was clean. The staff were very friendly. Parking was very easy and convenient.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston WV
The lady who checked us in she went beyond what she had to do. I can't remember her name but she was great.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG
Clean and spacious room, good breakfast
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kanawha City
Malden
Malden 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 Cabin Creek Quilts or African Zion Baptist Church.
Rand
While Rand may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cabin Creek Quilts and Kanawha Mall Shopping Center.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is noteworthy for its casinos, and you can plan an outing to Laidley Field and West Virginia State Capitol Building while you're in town.
Grosscup Road Historic District
If you're spending time in Grosscup Road Historic District, you might enjoy its casinos and river views. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center.
Downtown Charleston
While visiting Downtown Charleston, you might make a stop by sights like Mountain Stage and Charleston Town Center.
Loudendale
Though Loudendale may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kanawha State Forest and Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve.
