North-Central Travel Guide
Charleston
Visit North-Central
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 North-Central
The Francis Marion Hotel
Very nice hotel. Great location in the middle of the heart of Charleston.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Excellent boutique hotel. Walking distance to all downtown sites and restaurants. Would stay there again and recommend it to friends.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Shower pressure was a little soft, but that's typical of anywhere. The bar was closed due to being between owners.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Will be back
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
Three people made the visit wonderful. Kat, Omar and Jay were so great. They all responded quickly and courteously on every request we had. I wish every place we stayed had staff that was friendly and kind as these folks.
Reviewed on 30 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 North-Central
East Central
Though East Central may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Upper King Design District and Music Farm.
North Morrison
While visiting North Morrison, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Cemetery and Charleston Apple 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 Upper King Design District and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
Westside
If you're spending some time in Westside, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Stoney Field are top sights worth seeing.
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.
