James Island, SC

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in James Island

Find the best James Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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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Cannonborough Elliotborough

While visiting Cannonborough Elliotborough, you might make a stop by sights like Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum.

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King Street

While visiting King Street, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall.

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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 Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
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The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place

5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
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Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
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stayAPT Suites North Charleston

stayAPT Suites North Charleston

4 out of 5
9331 Blue House Rd North Charleston SC
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Fire Tower

Fire Tower

3 out of 5
Cannon Street Charleston SC
Stay at this condo in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and concierge services. Popular attractions Charleston City Market and South Carolina Aquarium ...
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Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

2 out of 5
5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this condo in Isle of Palms. Popular attractions Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach are located nearby.
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Stay near popular James Island attractions

James Island County Park

James Island County Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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Things to do

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

$43
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket 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

$50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise

$65
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise
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 James Island

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Folly Beach

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Charleston

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Johns Island