Charleston travel guide
Charleston Tourism | Charleston Guide
You're Going to Love Charleston
With a population of 120,083, Charleston is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Charleston to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Charleston
If you’re looking for affordable options, Magnolias (185 East Bay Street) and Hank's Seafood Restaurant (10 Hayne Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Laurel (161 Rutledge Ave) and Ma'am Saab (251 Meeting St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Charleston.
When to visit Charleston
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Charleston in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 183 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Charleston, with an average rainfall of 61 mm.
How to Get to Charleston
Plane
When flying to Charleston, you’ll arrive at Charleston Municipal Airport (CHS), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Charleston from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 40h 35m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Charleston. The train journey from Charleston to Jacksonville takes 4h 14m and costs around ₹ 5,004 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about ₹ 6,005 for a 7h 11m trip.
Bus
FlixBus operates bus routes to Charleston. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Charleston takes 345 miles and will cost you around ₹ 5,338. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about ₹ 10,842 for a journey of 705 miles.
Airlines serving Charleston
Where to stay in Charleston
From 5-star hotels such as the Wentworth Mansion to great affordable options like the Kings Courtyard Inn, Charleston offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 24,738 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 33,270 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include TownePlace Suites by Marriott Charleston-West Ashley and Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District.
Where to stay in popular areas of Charleston
Most booked hotels in Charleston
Hiring a car in Charleston
Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Charleston is the Budget branch at 5500 International Blvd, which is 10 miles from the city centre.
Expect to pay ₹ 86 per litre in Charleston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,031 and ₹ 1,374. The most frequently booked car type in Charleston is Economy (Kia Rio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.
Best car hire deals in Charleston
Economy
2 Adults, 2 Bags
₹ 5,200/day
Compact
4 Adults, 2 Bags
₹ 5,223/day