Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Charleston
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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 Downtown Charleston
Embassy Suites Charleston
Charleston Marriott Town Center
"This location was horrible for a Marriott. The staff was not helpful, I believe at least one of them was on drugs. They charge $15 for parking even if you don't use it, in the same garage that everyone else uses for free. The elevator is super slow, there is no free Wi-Fi, and charge $17 for a breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
"The hotel stay was good and staff was friendly. Only issue I had which is my fault for not looking cause it does have that in the details on hotels.com, is that I had to pay $11 for parking. My issue is they price gouge for the room because of the concert we were going to but then realizing I also ..."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
"Very friendly staff. Quiet and great location. A great value."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown
"The staff are very nice and friendly"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston
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.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is noteworthy for its casinos, and you can plan an outing to West Virginia State Museum and West Virginia Culture Center while you're in town.
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.
South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.
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.
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 Kanawha Landing.
