South of Broad Travel Guide
Charleston
Visit South of Broad
Popular places to visit
Rainbow Row
Find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Rainbow Row. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
White Point Gardens
Learn about pirates and examine the cannons and military memorials in an enchanting riverside park with fortifications that once defended the city.
Calhoun Mansion
See what life was like in the Gilded Age of Charleston at this graceful Victorian mansion, now operated as a house museum.
Nathaniel Russell House
This 19th-century mansion is remarkable for its circular dining room, self-supporting three-story spiral staircase and elaborate detailing.
Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
Admire the brown stone neo-Gothic design of this intriguing cathedral and examine the portrayals of Christ in the exquisite stained-glass windows.
Edmonston-Alston House
Tour the graceful public rooms and piazzas of one of Charleston’s finest house museums and enjoy commanding views of Charleston Harbor.
Things to do
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Top hotels in South of Broad
20 South Battery
Location and beautiful accommodations
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
Such a beautiful historic property. Excellent experience!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Pretty hotel with a nice staff and very clean rooms. Loved having the restaurant, bar and coffee shop on the premises.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Emeline
The beds are beyond comfortable after a long day of exploring. The restaurant is delicious anytime of day and the service is friendly no matter the request. This is our second time staying here while on vacation and its a fast favorite for us.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Nice room , free drinks at bar, overall nice stay
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place North Charleston
Beautiful grounds, great staff, clean room.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South of Broad
French Quarter
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dock Street Theater to Charleston City Market – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
