Kanawha City Travel Guide
Charleston
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Popular places to visit
University of Charleston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Charleston during your travels in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your travels in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
West Virginia State Capitol Building
Take a guided tour around West Virginia’s seat of government and marvel at its dazzling dome, which is covered in 23.5-karat gold.
Charleston Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Charleston Town Center during your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Haddad Riverfront Park
Haddad Riverfront Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
West Virginia State Museum
Familiarize yourself with the story of West Virginia at this nicely laid-out museum, which covers such diverse topics as coal and the Civil War.
Things to do
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!
Top hotels in Kanawha City
Quality Inn Charleston South
Overall clean; weird stained spot on shower curtain, though.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Red Roof Inn Charleston - Kanawha City, WV
Friendly staff and mostly clean room with the exception of food that was left in the fridge when I first got into the room everything else was fine
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Charleston South
Yes
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG
The rooms was clean and beds were comfortable. We we checked in late and were just staying to have a place to stay on the way through the area. Staff was very friendly and also gave my children some little trinkets to play with and cookies which was a nice touch.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
Basic hotel room but clean, bed was comfortable, breakfast spread was plentiful. Staff was outstanding. Each staff member I encountered was welcoming and helpful. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston WV
Nice room and staff
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kanawha City
Malden
Visitors highly recommend Malden for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by African Zion Baptist Church while you're in town.
Rand
While Rand may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kanawha Mall Shopping Center and West Virginia State Museum.
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.
Grosscup Road Historic District
If you're spending time in Grosscup Road Historic District, you might enjoy its casinos and river views. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center.
Downtown Charleston
While visiting Downtown Charleston, you might make a stop by sights like Mountain Stage and Charleston Town Center.
Loudendale
Though Loudendale may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Kanawha State Forest.
