Westside Travel Guide

Charleston

Popular places to visit

Port of Charleston

Port of Charleston

Explore the waterfront in Charleston with a trip to Port of Charleston. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Port of Charleston
College of Charleston

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.

College of Charleston
Charleston City Market

Charleston City Market

Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.

Charleston City Market
Waterfront Park featuring landscape views, general coastal views and autumn leaves

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.

Waterfront Park
South Carolina Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.

South Carolina Aquarium
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Turtles, alligators and birds abound in this former plantation, now swampland, gardens, lakes and forest.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Things to do

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch

Rp890.876
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Schooner Sailing Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Rp817.394
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Rp660.520
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Rp660.520
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

Rp478.877
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
Magnolia Plantation Tour with Luxury Transportation and Admission

Magnolia Plantation Tour with Luxury Transportation and Admission

Rp2.097.151
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnolia Plantation Tour with Luxury Transportation and Admission
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Top hotels in Westside

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street, Charleston, SC
The price is Rp1.855.008 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.855.008
Rp2.309.974 total
24 Aug - 25 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,353 reviews)
Needs a Little Work
"Staff was extremely attentive, helpful and cordial. Bathroom needed remodeling and was quite small. Parking needs to be expanded, so that guests don't have to use the deck next door. Breakfast was fine."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Charleston Marriott

Charleston Marriott

3.5 out of 5
170 Lockwood Blvd, Charleston, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.831.328 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp2.831.328
Rp3.263.185 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, modern. $8 Uber from downtown. Pool was warm, with towels accessible."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Charleston Marriott
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is Rp2.914.315 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.914.315
Rp3.322.319 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,812 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean room / property. Nice lobby. Courteous staff. Even though a historic region the bathroom was dated and room layout awkward. Again the room was clean and bed was comfortable."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

3 out of 5
West Montague Avenue, 2934, North Charleston, SC
The price is Rp1.757.213 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.757.213
Rp2.003.246 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions North Charleston Coliseum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (493 reviews)
"The staff was so friendly and welcoming! And our room was very nice and very clean! Would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is Rp2.855.736 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.855.736
Rp4.015.285 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,652 reviews)
"This was our fourth time staying there and it did not disappoint again."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Emeline
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
20 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,874 reviews)
"Property was clean, staff was friendly, quiet, low key experience."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Westside

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Hampton Park Terrace

While there might not be top attractions in Hampton Park Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Port of Charleston and Upper King Design District.

Hampton Park Terrace
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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.

Cannonborough Elliotborough
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King Street

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

King Street
South Carolina which includes interior views and heritage architecture

Radcliffeborough

If you're spending some time in Radcliffeborough, Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul and Brith Shalom Beth Israel Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

Radcliffeborough
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North-Central

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Johnson Hagood Memorial Stadium and Upper King Design District.

North-Central
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Downtown Charleston

4/5(6 area reviews)

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

Downtown Charleston

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