Charleston Historic District

Charleston

Charleston Historic District
Charleston Historic District
Charleston Historic District
Charleston Historic District
Charleston Historic District

Appreciate the authentic antebellum ambiance as you move between historical homes, museums, markets and waterfront parks on foot or by horse-drawn carriage tours.

Charleston Historic District is romantic, friendly and vivacious, all at the same time. This National Historic Landmark District oozes Southern charm with its cobbled neighborhoods, stunning architecture and delectable culinary scene. Enjoy a slow pace at the galleries, museums and pretty parks of Charleston Historic District.

Grand flower-filled antebellum houses typify the South of Broad area. Marvel at the pastel-hued Georgian townhouses known as Rainbow Row. Join guided tours of Italianate treasures such as Calhoun Mansion and Nathaniel Russell House. Spot cannons, military relics and statues in riverfront White Point Garden and stroll along The Battery seawall promenade.

The lively French Quarter is home to the 200-year-old Charleston City Market, where traders sell art, handicrafts and food. Dip into the city’s fascinating past at the Confederate Museum, Old Slave Mart Museum and Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon. Admire the ornate Pineapple Fountain and set up a picnic on grassy areas of Charleston’s Waterfront Park.

Georgian and Italianate masterpieces decorate the leafy Harleston Village area. Do as locals do and go for a lazy walk around Colonial Lake, a large tidal pond. Appreciate the brownstone Gothic façade of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art showcases established and emerging talents and the Gibbes Museum of Art celebrates the history of the American South through art.

Lively King Street, cutting through the district’s core, is the place to find antiques, boutique fashion, independent art and restaurants. Shop for artisanal souvenirs and food at the Saturday farmers market on Marion Square. Choose between half a dozen museums along Museum Mile. Among them are the Aiken-Rhett House Museum, the Charleston Museum and the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry.

Charleston Historic District is a destination for all seasons. In spring, the Festival of Houses and Gardens presents visitors with the chance to peek inside a collection of private residences. Come in May for the Spoleto Festival, which features numerous dance, live music, theater and opera events.


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Top hotels in Charleston Historic District

Emeline
Emeline
4 out of 5
181 Church St, Charleston, SC
The price is P11,060 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P11,060
P15,272 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,611 reviews)
"Great location!!!!"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
4 out of 5
387 King St, Charleston, SC
The price is P9,095 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P9,095
P10,369 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,731 reviews)
"Our room was wonderful. Small bathroom though lol."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Ryder Hotel
The Ryder Hotel
3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is P13,661 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P13,661
P18,346 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (993 reviews)
Boutique spot in the heart of Charleston
"Cool little boutique spot in the heart of Charleston with a nice bit of character and vibe. Great decor and has valet parking available. The pool and bar area is awesome but a bit small. The coffee bar is a nice bonus in the front of the building with good options and not bad pricing."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

The Ryder Hotel
The Restoration
The Restoration
4 out of 5
75 Wentworth Street, Charleston, SC
The price is P15,235 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
P15,235
P17,836 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay. The rooms were very spacious. The location is perfect as I can walk to great restaurants and shopping. There is a"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

The Restoration
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
115 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is P10,789 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P10,789
P14,330 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (892 reviews)
"First time in Charleston. Hotel was fabulous. The staff was friendly and welcoming. They went out of there way to make our stay memorable. John one of the managers was exceptionally nice and helpful. Gave us some great recommendations that made our trip great."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Charleston Place
The Charleston Place
5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
The price is P32,727 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
P32,727
P37,309 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"It's always a treat staying at Charleston Place. People are wonderful, food and drink exceptional, all within beautiful Charleston."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

The Charleston Place
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Charleston Historic District