North-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
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Top hotels in North-Central
The Francis Marion Hotel
Breakfast was very good. Buffet or menu. Had dinner one night at Swamp Fox and it was excellent. Room was good.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Ssx
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Great location
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
Location was outstanding, on the beach and near the town of Folly Beach. Ocean view and a pool overlooking the ocean. Staff were very nice! Only negative was slow and out of service elevator. Property is slightly older.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn
Loved it!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Emeline
Lovely hotel and location
Reviewed on 23 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 Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Upper King Design District, 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.
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.
