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 stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
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.
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.
St. Michael's Episcopal Church
Gaze up at the iconic white steeple and learn about the rich history of the oldest surviving religious structure in Charleston.
Things to do
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Top hotels in South of Broad
Emeline
Nice central and well kept hotel on the higher end. Quick and friendly valet parking though pricey ($58/night) - we got free valet however through an Expedia benefit. Restaurant and front desk staff are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Ryder Hotel
This hotel is so much fun! Everything about it is fabulous.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
excellent hotel!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Unfortunately, our stay there was terrible. We had kids running up and down the hall all night long therefore couldn’t sleep. They must’ve had a crew full of baseball players young adults, but it was absolutely the worst sostay ever
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
The pool area is great as is the bar inside and out! The bartenders were fabulous and the food looked good (we had already eaten). I was not happy with the room, however. The window was so fogged between the panes you could not see out at all, there was no side table or nightstand on the side of ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
The room was nice with a beautiful view and the beds and pillows were comfortable but two small minor things the sliding glass door wouldn’t close all the way and lock and you need a slow close toilet seat other than that is was nice and the pool area could use a hot tub and maybe some drink service ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South of Broad
French Quarter
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dock Street Theater to Pink House Gallery – 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.
