What's Downtown Charleston Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Downtown Charleston, especially its bars and historical sites. Travelers like this walkable neighborhood for its art scene. Take a fun excursion to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. There's plenty more to see, including Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.
How to Get to Downtown Charleston
Flying to:
- Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS), 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Downtown Charleston
Things to See and Do in and around Downtown Charleston
What to See in Downtown Charleston
- Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
- Marion Square
- Charleston Visitor Center
- College of Charleston
- Medical University of South Carolina
Things to Do in Downtown Charleston
- Charleston Music Hall
- Music Farm
- Charleston Museum
- Upper King Design District
- Charleston Gaillard Center
Other Popular Downtown Charleston Attractions
- Charleston City Market
- Gibbes Museum of Art
- Charleston City Marina
- International African American Museum
- Dock Street Theater
When Is the Best Time to Visit Charleston?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 80°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 55°F)
- Rainiest months: August, July, September, June (average 7 inches of rainfall)