Charleston, SC

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Charleston

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Downtown Charleston

Travelers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.

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French Quarter

Travelers to French Quarter praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Dock Street Theater and Charleston City Market.

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South of Broad

If you're spending some time in South of Broad, Rainbow Row and Nathaniel Russell House are top sights worth seeing.

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West Ashley

West Ashley 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 Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site or Citadel Mall.

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Charleston Historic District

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Charleston Historic District. Make a stop by Charleston City Market or Shops at Charleston Place while you're exploring the area.

Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
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The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
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The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
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Fire Tower

Fire Tower

3 out of 5
Cannon Street Charleston SC
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360 King

360 King

4 out of 5
360 King St Charleston SC
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The Iris Charleston

The Iris Charleston

3 out of 5
84 Line St Charleston SC
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College of Charleston

8.8/10 (2,901 reviews)
Walk around the campus of College of Charleston, a top college in Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
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Things to do

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry

$43
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

$50
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

$54
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

$79
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
Picture 7 for Activity Charleston: 1-Hour Carriage Tour of the Historic District

Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

$37
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
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Cities near Charleston

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Summerville

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Folly Beach

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Mount Pleasant

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North Charleston

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