French Quarter
Charleston
Visit French Quarter
Popular places to visit
Charleston City Market
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
Dock Street Theater
Enjoy a show at Dock Street Theater, a popular theatre in Charleston. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Pink House Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Pink House Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Charleston. Add the area's churches or shops to your travel plans.
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.
Old Slave Mart Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Old Slave Mart Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Charleston. Discover the area's churches or seek out its local tours.
St. Philip's Church
Attend a service with the oldest religious congregation in South Carolina, dating back to the 17th century. George Washington worshipped with this congregation.
Things to do
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Downtown Charleston Food Tour
90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Ferry Round Trip between Waterfront Park and Daniel Island
Charleston Tour: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in French Quarter
The Vendue
Stayed at the Enclave which is the more private part of the hotel and it was beautiful, the staff was top notch and fyi the room without the window is huge. well worth it very quiet for relaxing and this hotel is literally a half a block from the waterfront if not closer. Highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 4 Nov, 2025
The Palmetto Hotel
Beautiful hotel. Our room and bathroom were spacious and clean. Nice amenities in the room. The hotel had a turn down service which was unexpected and welcoming after being out all day. Great little touches such as, leaving a note card about the weather for the next day. The staff was friendly and ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
HarbourView Inn
Hotel staff was very friendly and welcoming. Bed were very comfortable and the bathroom was large and clean. Complementary water seems to be abundant. Included breakfast, cookies and beverages were a rare treat. Nice hotel and I would definitely come back
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
French Quarter Inn
all of the above!
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
The Loutrel
The Loutrel was terrific overall. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Great little additions throughout the day, including breakfast and a happy hour. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Nice location, close to downtown but still quiet. Our room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 30 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around French Quarter
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston to Charleston City Market – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
South of Broad
If you're spending some time in South of Broad, Rainbow Row and Nathaniel Russell House are top sights worth seeing.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, Port of Charleston and South Carolina Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Charleston
Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Port of Charleston and Charleston Music Hall.
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 Port of Charleston and Music Farm.
