Westside, SC
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.
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 savor its lively bars.
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
South Carolina Aquarium
See an array of aquatic creatures, including an albino alligator, in underwater habitats ranging from salt marshes to coastal plains.
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.
Fort Sumter
Enjoy an informative boat ride on picturesque Charleston Harbor and explore the grounds of one of America’s most significant Civil War-era forts and battle sites.
Things to do
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Westside Hotel Deals
Charleston Marriott
"The property was amazing"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
"Keurig and tv were broken in our first room. Staff was extremely unhelpful and verged on rude. Asked 3x for tv to get fixed and finally after day 2 they moved us to a different room where the keurig was still broken lol overall comfortable, not the cleanest or best maintained. Breakfast was not great. ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Emeline
"in our room , every detail is top of the range and the restaurants and common areas are super. the front desk staff, especially Tania the head of staff, were extremely helpful in dealing with a particular matter we needed resolved . way beyond the normal assistance xx"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
The Ryder Hotel
"Great location. Very friendly staff. Awesome amenities. This was my second time here and I love it."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
"Great location! I would stay again. Thank you"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
"I have zero complaints and will stay again when in the area. It was convenient, affordable and clean."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Westside
Hampton Park Terrace
Hampton Park Terrace might not have many top sights, but Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park and Upper King Design District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cannonborough Elliotborough
While visiting Cannonborough Elliotborough, you might make a stop by sights like Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum.
Radcliffeborough
While there might not be top attractions in Radcliffeborough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.
North-Central
While North-Central isn't home to many top sights, Music Farm and Charleston Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Charleston
Explore the National Historic Landmark District, boasting an unparalleled collection of 18th and 19th-century architecture, including Charleston "single houses." Discover fine Greek Revival homes in Ansonborough and historic civic buildings on Broad Street.
Wagener Terrace
When in Wagener Terrace, you can plan a visit to Upper King Design District and Music Farm, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.