East Central Travel Guide
Charleston
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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 lively bars.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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.
Fort Sumter
Enjoy an informative boat ride on picturesque Charleston Harbor and explore the grounds of one of America’s most significant Civil War-era forts and battle sites.
Things to do
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Top hotels in East Central
Emeline
"in our room , every detail is top of the range and the restaurants and common areas are super. the front desk staff, especially Tania the head of staff, were extremely helpful in dealing with a particular matter we needed resolved . way beyond the normal assistance xx"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Ryder Hotel
"Great vibe and unbeatable location at the Ryder Hotel. We originally hoped to switch our king room to a double but were told the hotel was sold out. At check-in, the gentleman at the front desk let us know he had already placed a rollaway bed in our room for us — a great touch and much appreciated! ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
"Simply elegant. Treat yourself to a stay. At the very least, eat a meal at the Swamp Fox and enjoy the she-crab soup and shrimp & grits for me."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
"Reception was rude. Had to ask for Expedia perks. Half bottle of wine not a full bottle. Lumpy bed. No water pressure."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
"Decent hotel little run down. Coffee was strongest ever! Staff nice enough, AC didn’t remove humidity and water temperatures were all over the place."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
"El personal no me gustó su trato"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Central
North Morrison
While visiting North Morrison, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Cemetery and Charleston Apple Museum.
North-Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Music Farm and Charleston Museum.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Music Farm and Harborage at Ashley Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hampton Park Terrace
While there might not be top attractions in Hampton Park Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park 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.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field are top sights worth seeing.
