Westside
Charleston
Popular places to visit
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.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
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.
Medical University of South Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Medical University of South Carolina during your travels in Charleston. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
Things to do
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
Drayton Hall Admission Ticket with Interpreter-Guided Tour
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Room was cleaned and staff was great
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Charleston Marriott
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Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
The bar was lively with great drinks.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place North Charleston
Only one of the elevators was working and it looks like it’s been a while since it stopped working. Room was good no issues
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Fast check in and check out
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
The Ryder Hotel
Hotel was clean & staff friendly. Great coffee shop and location was perfect to walk everywhere.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Hampton Park Terrace
While there might not be top attractions in Hampton Park Terrace, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Upper King Design District and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
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.
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.
North-Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North-Central and surrounding area, you can visit Upper King Design District and Music Farm.
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.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Upper King Design District and Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
