Westside Travel Guide
Charleston
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.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
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.
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
Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Ferry Round Trip between Waterfront Park and Daniel Island
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
The only good thing about the place was the cleaning service. Check in was terrible and frustrating. Location was awful the hotel behind it is abonden. The area it’s in is so sketchy you cannot walk to any bars. The breakfast yuck. So disappointing
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Charleston Marriott
Very clean and nice
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
The staff were wonderful and the hotel was spotless.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Great hotel just outside of Charleston with many amenities in the area. Clean lobby, clean rooms, and accommodating staff. Bed was a little uncomfortable that was the only downside.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Staff was wonderful. Hotel is in a great location.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
The staff here were excellent! They did a great job sharing about the amazing amenities on the property. The views and amenities were great and would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
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.
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 Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
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.
Downtown Charleston
Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
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.
