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
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
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 location. Very friendly staff. Awesome amenities. This was my second time here and I love it."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
"Great location! I would stay again. Thank you"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
"I have zero complaints and will stay again when in the area. It was convenient, affordable and clean."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
"GREAT HOTEL. GREAT VIEW. VERY CLEAN BALCONY NEEDS SOME UPDATING"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
"The resort views are nice, but the room needs a bit of extra care. They gave me a blanket with holes in it. The bed protector needs to be replaced; it has holes and stains. All the bed skirts are about to fall off as we walk around, especially since the room is so small. The floor is scratched, and ..."
Reviewed on 31 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 Upper King Design District and Music Farm, 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.
