Kanawha City Travel Guide
Charleston
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Popular places to visit
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.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your travels in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Charleston Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Charleston Town Center during your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Haddad Riverfront Park
Haddad Riverfront Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
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.
Things to do
Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston
Top hotels in Kanawha City
Quality Inn Charleston South
How do you put someone on the 2nd floor in a building w/no elevator??? I had to go up stairs to get bags and luggage in : oh and the internet service would NOT WORK!!! it’s a no for me
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Charleston South
Staff was ok. A little outdated, mild odor in room.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
The staff was excellent! So kind, So helpful…every member. The General Manager: Class Act! Only complaint is that the printed channel guides for the TV did not match the actual channels on the TV.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG
Family friendly
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston WV
Yes
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Super 8 By Wyndham Charleston WV
Noisy environment. Worst wi-fi ever.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kanawha City
Malden
Visitors highly recommend Malden for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by African Zion Baptist Church while you're in town.
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 Kanawha Mall Shopping Center and Kanawha State Forest.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is noteworthy for its casinos, and you can plan an outing to West Virginia State Museum and West Virginia Culture Center 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 Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Kanawha State Forest.
