What to do in Charleston, WV

Activities, attractions and tours

West Virginia State Capitol Building showing an administrative building and heritage architecture
West Virginia State Museum which includes interior views
Charleston showing a city
West Virginia State Capitol Building featuring an administrative building and interior views
West Virginia State Capitol Building which includes an administrative building, interior views and heritage architecture

Charleston Attractions

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Places of interest in Charleston

Charleston is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Charleston, and make it a breeze to explore Charleston and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Charleston to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Charleston attractions

Charleston has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Charleston to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Charleston.

Looking for things to do in Charleston can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Charleston or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Charleston attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Charleston


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Teays Valley

While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Center Plaza and Hurricane Lake.

Teays Valley
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Kanawha City

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Kanawha City. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Kanawha Mall Shopping Center and Cabin Creek Quilts, a few notable attractions nearby.

Kanawha City
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Downtown Charleston

While visiting Downtown Charleston, you might make a stop by sights like Charleston Town Center and Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences.

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South Hills

While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Cox-Morton House and Sunrise Bird Sanctuary Museum.

South Hills
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Institute

When in Institute, you can plan a visit to Tri State Racetrack and Gaming Center and Mardi Gras Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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East End Historic District

East End Historic District is noteworthy for its casinos, and you can plan an outing to Laidley Field and West Virginia State Capitol Building while you're in town.

East End Historic District

 

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