Charleston City Hall Tours

The scenes that have long played out at Charleston City Hall will fascinate any politics buff. Arrange a visit to better understand the functioning of government here.

If you're spending a while in Downtown Charleston, Charleston City Hall is a fine place to kick off your sightseeing. This historic government building is one of numerous attractions that'll keep you on the hop here. USS Yorktown, College of Charleston, and Charleston City Market are also ready to be explored close by.

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Charleston-North Charleston

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Charleston-North Charleston

3 out of 5
Ashley Heights
Price was $397, price is now $252 per person
$252
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Feb 15 - Feb 19
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Boston (BOS) to Charleston (CHS)
17.2/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Had a great stay. The staff were so kind and the room was clean for the most part. There were stains on the ottoman and the bathroom shower head could use some cleaning. Overall I enjoyed my stay. The body wash, shampoo, and conditioner smelled really good too.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
Charleston Historic District
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$452
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Feb 15 - Feb 19
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Charleston (CHS)
18/10 Exceptional! (1,942 reviews)
The hotel had everything we needed…comfy beds, Starbucks in the morning, had lunch at the restaurant (delicious), and a nice lounge for a night cap. We really appreciated the valet parking! Loved the revamping of an older hotel.

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant

DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant

4 out of 5
Price was $471, price is now $298 per person
$298
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Feb 15 - Feb 19
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Charleston (CHS)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay very much. We were in town for a ball tournament. The hotel was amazing, very clean and the most comfortable beds. The hotel is very close to shipyard park, so that was a plus as well. This is our new go to for our stays.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

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Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.4 out of 10 with 97 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $45 per adult
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Day Trips to Charleston#7 See Ft Sumter,CarriageTour,Lunch & more

Day Trips to Charleston#7 See Ft Sumter,CarriageTour,Lunch & more

Activity duration is 12 hours
7.4 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $215 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $79 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Charleston: Schooner Sailing Experience & Dolphin Watch

Charleston: Schooner Sailing Experience & Dolphin Watch

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $46 per adult
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Mount Pleasant: Charleston Harbor E-Bike Tour

Mount Pleasant: Charleston Harbor E-Bike Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $139 per adult
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St. Michael\'s Episcopal Church

St. Michael's Episcopal Church

4/5(5 reviews)

Gaze up at the iconic white steeple and learn about the rich history of the oldest surviving religious structure in Charleston.

St. Michael's Episcopal Church
Washington Square featuring a park

Washington Square

Meet, mingle and move in this verdant park in the heart of downtown Charleston, a quiet retreat near several of the city’s top attractions.

Washington Square
It was originally built in 1753 as a Statehouse of British Royal Government. It was partially destroyed by fire in 1788 and rebuilt in 1792 with a third floor addition. It was restored to it's 1972 appearance in 2001 by Charleston County.

Charleston County Historic Courthouse

Find out about the history of Charleston when you spend time at Charleston County Historic Courthouse. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Charleston County Historic Courthouse
Pink House Gallery featuring a house

Pink House Gallery

The oldest remaining tavern building in the South has been a law office and an art gallery. It is now a private residence retaining its iconic pink exterior.

Pink House Gallery
Heyward-Washington House showing a park

Heyward-Washington House

Admire the architecture, historic furnishings and formal gardens of a Charleston home once owned by a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

Heyward-Washington House
The Dock Street Theatre is Charleston's last surviving hotel from the antebellum period. The silhouette of its wrought iron balcony against the spire of St. Philip's church may be the single most photographed spot in the city. The main portion of the building was constructed around 1809 as Planter's Hotel. The hotel was built by Alexander Calder and his wife, who did so by renovating several pre-existing buildings at the site. The main entrance may not have been built until 1855 by J.W. Gamble. The hotel was used extensively by planters from the midlands of South Carolina, who traveled to Charleston during horse-racing season. It was noted for its wonderful food and drinks during this era, and the South's famous Planter's Punch may have originated here. Guests to the hotel passed through the recessed porch with brownstone columns, into the lobby, and up a grand staircase that ascended to a drawing room. While much of the interior has been altered, these elements of the antebellum hotel remain and were adapted in subsequent uses of the building. A series of additions to the hotel throughout the 19th and 20th centuries can be easily identified by differences in brick coloration. This theater is said to have been the first building built specifically for theatrical performances in America. Planter's Hotel occasionally housed one of the city's theatrical troupes, which performed at the nearby New Theatre during the mid-19th century. The most notable actor of this troupe was Junius Brutus Booth. Booth was the patriarch of an outstanding family of actors, which included John Wilkes Booth, President Lincoln's assassin. Junius Booth, who stayed at the Planter's Hotel, allegedly tried to kill his manager here in 1838. Today the Dock Street Theatre is home to the Charleston Stage Company, South Carolina's largest professional theater production company, and houses the city's Cultural Affairs office as well as The City Gallery, an exhibition space for local artists.

Dock Street Theater

Enjoy a show at Dock Street Theater, a storied theater in Charleston. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Dock Street Theater

Best Lodging Options Near Charleston City Hall

Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Vendue

The Vendue

4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The Vendue
Planters Inn

Planters Inn

4.5 out of 5
112 N Market St Charleston SC
Planters Inn
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
115 Meeting Street Charleston SC
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place

5 out of 5
130 Market St Charleston SC
The Charleston Place
Andrew Pinckney Inn

Andrew Pinckney Inn

4 out of 5
40 Pinckney St Charleston SC
Andrew Pinckney Inn
HarbourView Inn

HarbourView Inn

4 out of 5
2 Vendue Range Charleston SC
HarbourView Inn
The Palmetto Hotel

The Palmetto Hotel

4 out of 5
194 East Bay Street Charleston SC
The Palmetto Hotel
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