Kanawha State Forest Tours

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Kanawha State Forest is a worthwhile place to begin exploring Charleston. This protected natural landscape comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it's not the only spot to see here. Pencil in time for other sights like Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, West Virginia State Capitol Building, and University of Charleston to really experience what's on offer in the area.

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West Virginia State Museum

4/5(28 reviews)

Familiarize yourself with the story of West Virginia at this nicely laid-out museum, which covers such diverse topics as coal and the Civil War.

West Virginia State Museum
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West Virginia State Capitol Building

4.5/5(88 reviews)

Take a guided tour around West Virginia’s seat of government and marvel at its dazzling dome, which is covered in 23.5-karat gold.

West Virginia State Capitol Building
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Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve

Explore the great outdoors at Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Charleston. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve
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University of Charleston

4/5(50 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Charleston, during your travels in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.

University of Charleston
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Blackwell Field

Explore the great outdoors at Blackwell Field, a lovely green space in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.

Blackwell Field
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Walt Powell Park

Explore the great outdoors at Walt Powell Park, a lovely green space in Charleston. While in this walkable area, you can savor the charming coffeehouses.

Walt Powell Park

Best Lodging Options Near Kanawha State Forest

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
100 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WV
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center, an IHG Hotel
Embassy Suites Charleston
Embassy Suites Charleston
3.5 out of 5
300 Court St, Charleston, WV
Embassy Suites Charleston
Comfort Inn
Comfort Inn
2.5 out of 5
6400 Maccorkle Avenue SE Building B, Charleston, WV
Comfort Inn
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Charleston Marriott Town Center
3.5 out of 5
200 Lee St E, Charleston, WV
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
2 out of 5
600 Second Avenue, South Charleston, WV
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
3 out of 5
105 Alex Ln, Charleston, WV
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
Best Western Charleston
Best Western Charleston
2.5 out of 5
1000 Washington St E, Charleston, WV
Best Western Charleston
Quality Inn
Quality Inn
2.5 out of 5
6400 Maccorkle Ave Se, Charleston, WV
Quality Inn
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
3 out of 5
600 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
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