Old Village Travel Guide
Mount Pleasant
Visit Old Village
Popular places to visit
Patriots Point
Learn about American military heroes, climb aboard the vessels in the harbor and sleep the night in the quarters of a ship.
USS Yorktown
Tour an aircraft carrier that earned its battle stars in World War II and the Vietnam War.
Shem Creek Park
Explore the great outdoors at Shem Creek Park, a lovely green space in Mount Pleasant. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.
Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens
Find out about the history of Mount Pleasant with a stop at Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Mount Pleasant Sports Complex
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Pleasant Sports Complex, a lovely green space in Mount Pleasant. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Alhambra Hall
After visiting Alhambra Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Pleasant.
Things to do
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Top hotels in Old Village
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant
"There was a lady picking up breakfast dishes and she was the absolute sweetest! She talked to me for a bit about our Girl Scout Troop that stayed at the hotel for our Charleston trip. The hotel was amazing. If I had any complaint at all it would be the parking is a WHOPPING $30 per car a night. I ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
"I always enjoy staying at the Francis Marion Hotel. The location is ideal for shopping and seeing Charleston."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Ryder Hotel
"The Little Palm restaurant is fabulous and has a great vibe!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
"Great place to stay. Employees were friendly and the rooms were clean."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Charleston Place
"Everything about this hotel is amazing"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
"If you are coming to Charleston, you have to stay at the Charleston Harbor Resort! The property was amazing! We loved the balcony, the view, the pools, the fire pits, and the beach. The rooms were perfect and everyone was really nice. I can’t wait to stay here again!!!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old Village
Old Village Historical District
When in Old Village Historical District, you can plan a visit to Shem Creek Park and Alhambra Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Scanlonville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Scanlonville and surrounding area, you can visit Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and Shem Creek Park.
I'On
When in I'On, you can plan a visit to Shem Creek Park and Moultrie Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Harborgate Shores
Though Harborgate Shores may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Pleasant Square Shopping Center and Tolers Cove Marina.
Mount Pleasant Historic District
Highlights of Mount Pleasant Historic District include its stunning beaches, island views and popular shops. If you're interested in exploring some sights, Alhambra Hall is a top sight to visit.
