Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Charleston

Downtown Charleston
Charleston featuring a high-rise building and heritage elements
Charleston featuring a city
Downtown Charleston
Charleston which includes street scenes, signage and heritage elements

Popular places to visit

West Virginia State Capitol Building showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

West Virginia State Capitol Building

4/5(1 review)

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.

West Virginia State Capitol Building
West Virginia State Museum which includes interior views and heritage elements

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.

West Virginia State Museum

Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center during your trip to Charleston. Visit the casinos and shops in this family-friendly area.

Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center

Charleston Town Center

3/5(2 reviews)

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.

Charleston Town Center

Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences

You can make plans for a show at Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences on your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.

Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences

CAMC General Hospital

If CAMC General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Charleston.

CAMC General Hospital

Things to do

Charleston Let’s Roam Treasure Hunt:West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!

Rp208.896
per adult
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!
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Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston

3.5 out of 5
300 Court St, Charleston, WV
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.140.580 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp2.140.580
Rp2.418.856 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,204 reviews)
"Workout room was nice. Didn’t receive a welcoming gift"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites Charleston
Charleston Marriott Town Center

Charleston Marriott Town Center

3.5 out of 5
200 Lee St E, Charleston, WV
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.816.430 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.816.430
Rp2.052.567 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, comfortable bed, nice staff. The room we stayed in was very clean and had a new tv. The breakfast buffet was very good and the server was the best! I upgraded parking and breakfast and worth it. I was hesitant after reading negative reviews but happy that we booked anyway! ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Charleston Marriott Town Center
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

2.5 out of 5
100 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WV
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.709.921 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.709.921
Rp1.932.210 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,085 reviews)
"At the time, one of the elevators was out of order, but it wasn't too impactful thankfully. Staff was super friendly, and the breakfast was great. The pancake conveyor belt machine was a bit weird and the pancakes were a bit gummy, but the novelty was interesting. Bonus for having a checkout at noon ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

2.5 out of 5
1010 Washington Street E, Charleston, WV
The price is Rp1.389.569 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.389.569
Rp1.570.215 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.6/10 (977 reviews)
Great budget friendly hotel
"This is a great place for anyone traveling on a budget. It was clean and the property was in pretty good shape. It's hard to beat this place when you're considering the low price, location, and quality. It's close to great food and drink spots. The front desk staff were all friendly. The bed was ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

3 out of 5
100 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV
The price is Rp2.337.415 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp2.337.415
Rp2.641.280 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (966 reviews)
"Everything was great. Bummed I had to pay $13 to park in an empty city with literally dozens of open spots in the hotel lot."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

3 out of 5
600 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV
The price is Rp1.915.508 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.915.508
Rp2.164.525 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Enjoyable Four Points by Sheraton Experience!
"I had a great stay! My room had a great view, clean and the bed was comfortable! Had great drinks at the bar from a wonderful bartender. I definitely will stay at another Four Points when the oportunity arises!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

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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.

Grosscup Road Historic District
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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.

East End Historic District
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West Side

If you're spending some time in West Side, Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park are top sights worth seeing.

West Side
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South Hills

While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.

South Hills
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Loudendale

Though Loudendale may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kanawha State Forest and Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve.

Loudendale
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Kanawha City

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kanawha City. You might want to make time for a stop at Kanawha Mall Shopping Center or The Shops at Kanawha.

Kanawha City

Downtown Charleston Travel Guide