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 stunning cathedral 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
Downtown Charleston Food Tour
Top hotels in French Quarter
The Vendue
Everything was amazing! Great area to stay in with lots to do
Reviewed on 4 May, 2026
The Palmetto Hotel
Almost afraid to write how wonderful this hotel is for fear the next time it will be booked up. Location is perfect for site seeing, restaurants and shopping. The room was beautiful, clean and the perfect size. We had a king bed , so comfortable. Plenty of towels and a new bathroom. The staff were ...
Reviewed on 4 May, 2026
Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel
I loved it. I will be back.
Reviewed on 3 May, 2026
The Loutrel
Exceptional hotel! A wonderfully comfy bed, great bathroom and toiletries. Very nice sized room, great location, and awesome terrace— just wished it had food service or drinks up there without having to call it up. The downside - breakfast was mediocre and all our cappuccinos were terrible. The service ...
Reviewed on 5 May, 2026
HarbourView Inn
Wonderful location. Very clean. Don was incredibly friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 May, 2026
Emeline
King suite comfortable and spacious
Reviewed on 3 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around French Quarter
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – 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.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum 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 Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
