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 top-notch restaurants.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.
Things to do
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Top hotels in East Central
The Francis Marion Hotel
The bathroom was soooo small…. Not much of a counter at all.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
This is the third time we have stayed here to start an annual vacation in the Charleston area. The hotel was great on our first stay and still is. Our room had a slick design and was very comfortable. The hotel’s location is convenient for eating and shopping in Mount Pleasant, but also allows easy ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Property showing signs of age. Cracked but functional sink, caulking needs attention, etc.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
We had a nice anniversary getaway for a couple of days. The hotel was fine, but could be updated. I would stay again, can't beat ocean view!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Emeline
The room was clean, well laid out and a great amount of space. We found the hotel to be great overall, the only slight consideration is the restaurant on the first floor is quite busy, you really need to make reservations most of the time. Also be mindful that if you leave the hotel or need to go ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 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 Upper King Design District and Music Farm.
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 Upper King Design District and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
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.
