South of Broad Travel Guide
Charleston
Visit South of Broad
Popular places to visit
Rainbow Row
Find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Rainbow Row. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
White Point Gardens
Learn about pirates and examine the cannons and military memorials in an enchanting riverside park with fortifications that once defended the city.
Nathaniel Russell House
This 19th-century mansion is remarkable for its circular dining room, self-supporting three-story spiral staircase and elaborate detailing.
Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
Admire the brown stone neo-Gothic design of this intriguing cathedral and examine the portrayals of Christ in the exquisite stained-glass windows.
Calhoun Mansion
See what life was like in the Gilded Age of Charleston at this graceful Victorian mansion, now operated as a house museum.
Edmonston-Alston House
Tour the graceful public rooms and piazzas of one of Charleston’s finest house museums and enjoy commanding views of Charleston Harbor.
Things to do
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Folly Beach: Morning Dolphin Boat Trip to Morris Island
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Top hotels in South of Broad
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Nice location, close to downtown but still quiet. Our room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
The Francis Marion Hotel
Stay was great! Great location and walkable area
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston-North Charleston
The bar was an amazing time with the bartender Marcus. I told him to pick a drink for my birthday. He served me a lavender lemonade and it was divine and totally fit the mood I was in.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Clean, comfortable room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Great
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Great hotel. I everything especially the customer service
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South of Broad
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.
French Quarter
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston to Dock Street Theater – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston to Charleston City Market – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Downtown Charleston
Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Port of Charleston and Charleston Music Hall.
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 Port of Charleston and Music Farm.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, Port of Charleston and South Carolina Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
