Downtown Charleston
Charleston
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![Nathaniel Russell House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184092-Nathaniel-Russell-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Downtown Charleston
Popular places to visit
![Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1d13897a065fa5e364fc7911480d9ad6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Charleston with a trip to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
![Charleston City Market](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184110-Charleston-City-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
![College of Charleston](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/544000/544601-charleston-sc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
![Charleston Waterfront Park which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30527-Charleston-Waterfront-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![The Citadel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/3284ffd67de8d47795ef045988492802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Citadel
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of The Citadel during your travels in Charleston. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
![Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4523582/b646e301-fa28-4a12-8a84-f1109c8a7e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
![Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1350537/0535b448-388b-47a8-975c-651662007210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall
![Charleston See-It-All Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1350391/3748b8e6-e0a9-48b4-908e-695ae9b228a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Charleston See-It-All Sightseeing Bus Tour
![Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44797067/db38e8ee-3e78-4f1c-b629-d86d71205055.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Charleston: Wadmalaw Island Wine Tasting and Tea Garden Trip
![Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Sightseeing Tour of Historic Charleston](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1350293/2b65b634-e446-4720-b183-2e050d23391d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston
![The Francis Marion Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41300/41204/3ad3c4ea_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2025
![The Ryder Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4544/d809c421_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025
![Emeline](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8890/02b86b23_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2025
![The Charleston Place](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28600/28504/1ac9feb4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025
![Andrew Pinckney Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/110000/106200/106130/82c6ec19_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025
![The Vendue](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/172500/172457/73f62238_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston
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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.
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Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.
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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.
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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.
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Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal to Charleston City Market – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
![South Carolina Aquarium featuring marine life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30500-South-Carolina-Aquarium.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.