James Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rustic wooden interior with a table, a basket, and a painting on easels.
A pond with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees with Spanish moss.
A lush green rice paddy field with a tree in the foreground.
A beach with fallen trees and a sandy shore.
A wooden building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and greenery.

Where to stay in James Island

Find the best James Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A tiered water fountain surrounded by manicured hedges and palm trees.

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.

A historic building with a clock tower, palm trees, and a street with cars and pedestrians.

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.

A cityscape at sunset with a prominent bridge in the background, a historic church, and modern buildings.

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.

Princess St and King St intersecting with classic brick buildings and a street lamp.

King Street

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

A large brick building with a red roof, a pond in the foreground, and trees with Spanish moss.

West Ashley

West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is Rp3.835.728 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp3.835.728
Rp5.281.074 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is Rp3.640.390 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp3.640.390
Rp4.150.045 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
The Francis Marion Hotel
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
The price is Rp2.117.642 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp2.117.642
Rp3.235.730 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
See all 7,167 properties in James Island
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Fire Tower

Fire Tower

3 out of 5
Cannon Street Charleston SC
Stay at this condo in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Popular attractions Charleston City Market and South Carolina Aquarium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Absolutely adorable. Clean and exceeded expectations."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Fire Tower
stayAPT Suites North Charleston

stayAPT Suites North Charleston

4 out of 5
9331 Blue House Rd North Charleston SC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (327 reviews)
"Na"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

stayAPT Suites North Charleston
Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

2 out of 5
5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this condo in Isle of Palms. Popular attractions Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Isle of Palms Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Great time"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms
See all properties in James Island
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular James Island attractions

McLeod Plantation Historic Site

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at McLeod Plantation Historic Site during your trip to Charleston.
See properties

Things to do

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry

Rp752.973
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Rp875.550
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

Rp735.462
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Haunted Carriage Evening Tour
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Rp945.594
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Rp1.386.213
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
Picture 7 for Activity Charleston: 1-Hour Carriage Tour of the Historic District

Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

Rp877.350
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
See all activities in James Island

Cities near James Island

A large suspension bridge with tall towers and cables, spanning a body of water with a grassy shoreline in the foreground.

Charleston