North-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.
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
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Top hotels in North-Central
Emeline
"Perfect location, thoughtful styling and decor, and a very lively bar / restaurant"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
"I always enjoy staying at the Francis Marion Hotel. The location is ideal for shopping and seeing Charleston."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Ryder Hotel
"The Little Palm restaurant is fabulous and has a great vibe!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
"The staff was amazing, check-in was amazing and smooth and quick. Our room was clean. I loved the Bluetooth mirror, and the bathroom design. We had a great stay with no complications!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
"Rooms were too small and restrooms were very small."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
"Summary: Extremely overpriced beach motel parading as a luxury resort. (But with A+ staff!) Positives: The staff!!! Everyone we encountered was above-and-beyond nice and helpful. Also, you absolutely cannot beat the location. The beach chairs were a great perk. Negatives: They're the only game in ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in North-Central
- Charleston Historic District
- Downtown Charleston
- Cannonborough Elliotborough
- West Ashley
- Harleston Village
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
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.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist.
