South of Broad Travel Guide
Charleston





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Popular places to visit

Rainbow Row
Find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Rainbow Row. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.

White Point Gardens
Learn about pirates and examine the cannons and military memorials in an enchanting riverside park with fortifications that once defended the city.

Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
Admire the brown stone neo-Gothic design of this intriguing cathedral and examine the portrayals of Christ in the exquisite stained-glass windows.

St. Michael's Episcopal Church
Gaze up at the iconic white steeple and learn about the rich history of the oldest surviving religious structure in Charleston.

Nathaniel Russell House
This 19th-century mansion is remarkable for its circular dining room, self-supporting three-story spiral staircase and elaborate detailing.

Calhoun Mansion
See what life was like in the Gilded Age of Charleston at this graceful Victorian mansion, now operated as a house museum.
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 South of Broad

Emeline
Beautiful hotel, perfect location and wonderful dining!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

The Ryder Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
We had an excellent service all around!! Buffet breakfast was amazing with a great selection of food!! Staff was extremely friendly and accommodating!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
We had a wonderful stay! The hotel was extremely clean, very modern, and beautifully decorated. The rooms were huge and the beds were incredibly comfortable. The water pressure was great with plenty of hot water, which made relaxing after a long day even better. The hotel had everything to offer! ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
This property is situated in an excellent location in the Mount Pleasant area. If you have a car, Sullivans Island, Isle of Palms, Shems creek are all within a 5-15 minute drive. There is a shuttle that will drop you off in downtown Charleston for a day in the city. The property was fairly clean ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
One elevator did not work the entire time we were there and my wife was nervous about the other elevator having problems. The onsite restaurant does not serve breakfast. Pool
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South of Broad

French Quarter
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dock Street Theater to Pink House Gallery – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.

King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Charleston
Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.

Radcliffeborough
While Radcliffeborough may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
