King Street Travel Guide
Charleston
Visit King Street
Popular places to visit
Charleston Music Hall
Enjoy a performance at Charleston Music Hall, a popular theatre in Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the churches in the area.
Upper King Design District
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Upper King Design District during your visit to Charleston. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.
American Theater
Enjoy a show at American Theater, a popular theatre in Charleston. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Top hotels in King Street
The Francis Marion Hotel
Restaurants and shops very close
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Bennett
Everything! Their food was terrific, staff delightful, and spacious and comfortable room.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
The Restoration
Staff were great, William at the front desk was exemplary! Thank you for your kindness, helpfulness and smile.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Nickel Hotel
Lovely boutique hotel centrally located. They upgraded our room. The staff is welcoming and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Richemont
The hotel is new and beautifully appointed. The staff were super friendly and helpful with local recommendations. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Quarters on King
The hotel room itself was in good condition, but the decorations were completely inappropriate. The French colonial maps on display are offensive and disrespectful to many guests. They should be removed immediately.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around King Street
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.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.
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.
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.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
