Westside Travel Guide
Charleston
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.
Things to do
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
Charleston: City Bus Tour Ticket with Live Commentary
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
The staff was great very personable and helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Charleston Marriott
Very friendly and helpful staff, the pool area is beautiful. The lobby has a nice view of the river. Parking is in the back of the hotel, the extra cost for valet is likely worth it.
Reviewed on 6 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
Amazing room great check in staff great Bistro Very clean linen. Wish we had a microwave!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Amazing staff who is so friendly and attentive. They also have a great bar and pool!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Marl is excellent
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
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 Port of Charleston and Upper King Design District.
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.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall 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 Port of Charleston and Music Farm.
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 Port of Charleston and Charleston Music Hall.
