ExperiencesInstant confirmation CharlestonKKday
Tours & Day Trips in Charleston
Find tours, day trips and attraction tickets in Charleston with KKday — instant confirmation on most bookings.
View Deal
All travel Destination Guide
Things to Do in Charleston
Everything you need for an unforgettable Charleston trip — skip-the-line tickets, airport transfers, hotels, car hire and cheap flights, all in one place.
Charleston is one of the world's most rewarding destinations — and planning your trip is simple when tickets, transfers, stays and flights all live in one place. Below you'll find hand-picked Charleston experiences and travel deals from trusted booking partners, refreshed regularly so you always see live availability and fair prices.
Where to stay
See Charleston hotels on Trip.com Hotels in Charleston: see today's live prices
Browse every hotel in Charleston on Trip.com with today's real prices, guest reviews and free cancellation on most rooms.
The highest-rated 4 & 5-star hotels in Charleston
Price checked 7h ago · 1 night, 2 adults from Nov 29
#1Trip.com Price dropped −$20010.0/10The Loutrel
Near Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre and Shoppe · Palmetto Carriage Works
100 guest reviews
$581from $381 /nightSee deal
#2Trip.com Price dropped −$2129.8/10The Spectator Hotel
Near Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre and Shoppe · Palmetto Carriage Works
99 guest reviews
$521from $309 /nightSee deal
#3Trip.com Price dropped −$2609.8/10French Quarter Inn
Near Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre and Shoppe · Studio 151 Fine Art Galler
101 guest reviews
$591from $331 /nightSee deal
#4Trip.com9.7/10The Nickel Hotel
Near Sterling Hall · Surcee's
78 guest reviews
from $225 /nightSee deal
#5Trip.com9.6/10Harbourview Inn
Near Waterfront Park · Waterfront Swings
102 guest reviews
from $233 /nightSee deal
#6Trip.com Price dropped −$2189.5/10Hotel Bennett Charleston
Near Charleston Music Hall · Marion Square
98 guest reviews
$819from $601 /nightSee deal
#7Trip.com Price dropped −$1339.5/10The Dewberry Charleston
Near Wragg Square · Marion Square
100 guest reviews
$514from $381 /nightSee deal
#8Trip.com Price dropped −$1329.5/10The Restoration Hotel
Near Madewell · UNTUCKit
102 guest reviews
$362from $230 /nightSee deal
Best areas to stay in Charleston
Pick the neighbourhood that fits your trip, then compare live hotel prices.
Area photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
Historic District (Downtown)$$$
First-timers & sightseeingHistoric, walkable, polished, lively
Best for classic Charleston sights, with the Market, Rainbow Row, and many restaurants reachable on foot or by short rideshare.
Browse Charleston hotels
2 French Quarter$$$
Couples & culture seekersElegant, artsy, intimate, central
A great base for galleries, churches, and Waterfront Park, with cobblestone streets and easy walking to key downtown sights.
Hotels in French Quarter
3 South of Broad$$$
Luxury stays & strollsQuiet, upscale, residential, scenic
Close to White Point Garden and the Battery, it offers a refined neighborhood feel near some of Charleston’s prettiest walks.
Hotels in South of BroadTop hotels in South of Broad
4 Upper King Street$$
Foodies & nightlifeTrendy, energetic, dining-focused
Stay here for the city’s best bars and restaurants, plus easy access to the historic core and frequent ride-share pickup.
Hotels in Upper King StreetTop hotels in Upper King Street
Autumn wine & harvest tours in Charleston
Harvest-season tastings, vineyards and fall colours. Book early, these sell out fast this time of year.
Before you fly
Your Charleston trip checklist
How much does a Charleston trip cost?
Adjust your trip and the estimate updates instantly.
Nights
4
Travellers
2
Travel style
Currency
- $1,120Book
HotelTypical
4 nights × 1 room
- $170Book
Airport transfersTypical
Return trip × 1 car
- $440Book
Tours & ticketsTypical
4 days × 2 people
- $720
Food & drinksTypical
4 days × 2 people
- $120
Local transportTypical
4 days × 2 people
Estimated total
$1,285 per person
$2,570
Typical costs are researched estimates, refreshed monthly. "Live" prices come from current partner fares. Exchange rates update daily.
Things to Do in Charleston
Tours, tickets and attractions
ExperiencesInstant confirmation Charleston ExperiencesSkip-the-line entry CharlestonTiqets
Skip-the-Line Tickets in Charleston
Museums, landmarks and top attractions in Charleston — instant mobile tickets with Tiqets, skip the queue.
View Deal ExperiencesBest-price guarantee CharlestonKlook
Things to Do in Charleston
Book top tours, attractions and activities in Charleston with Klook — instant mobile tickets and a best-price guarantee.
View Deal Experiences CharlestonTrip.com
Top attractions & tours in Charleston
Skip-the-line tickets, day trips and tours in Charleston, with instant confirmation.
View Deal
ExperiencesFree cancellation CharlestonViator
Real Hauntings of Charleston! (Small Group Ghost Tour)
4.8(1,064 reviews)· 1h 30mMany Charleston Ghost Tours have big groups of 25+ - NOT HERE!! We limit our tour sizes to about 12 to keep them fun! Charleston is one of the most charming and colorful cities in the world; however, when the light fades and shadows grow long, a darker side of the Holy City emerges. Over the course
from$32
View Deal 
ExperiencesFree cancellation CharlestonViator
Charleston Harbor Live Narrated History Day or Sunset Boat Cruise
4.4(3,315 reviews)· 1h 30mStunning up close views of Fort Sumter, Fort Moultrie, The USS Yorktown, The Ravenel Bridge and much more! Dolphin sightings are common on almost every cruise! We are Charleston's only locally owned and operated large harbor tour vessel. Thank you for choosing local! During this live narrated, sceni
from$44
View Deal 
ExperiencesFree cancellation CharlestonViator
Fort Sumter Access and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
4.6(4,008 reviews)· 2h 15mVisit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing access to Fort Sumer National Historic Site and Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square or Patriots Point. Cruise by top Charleston sites from your ferry. For those departing from Patriots Point, experience views
from$46
View Deal 
ExperiencesFree cancellation CharlestonViator
Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston
4.7(4,496 reviews)· 40 minOn this twilight tour, discover where spirits are reported to linger in downtown Charleston. A licensed guide will regale you with spooky tales from Charleston's long history as you pass haunted alleys, graveyards, churches, hotels and even a dungeon!
from$45
View Deal 
ExperiencesFree cancellation CharlestonViator
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings
4.9(2,473 reviews)· 3hWhether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our classic tour features iconic Lowcountry staples like Pulled Pork Tacos, Benne Wafers, She-Crab Soup, and Shrimp & Grits. Meanwhile, our brunch highli
from$111
View Deal 
ExperiencesFree cancellation CharlestonViator
Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour
4.8(11,165 reviews)· 1hTravel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque streets of Charleston and take in the history of this South Carolina city. See highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens while listening to informative commentary about the city’s role in our nation's history from you
from$50
View Deal 
ExperiencesFree cancellation CharlestonViator
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
4.9(7,096 reviews)· 2hEvery corner of Charleston hides a world of history. Join us as your guide shares with you hundreds of years of stories, history, and local knowledge. This is a relaxing 2-hour stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district including the French Quarter and the residential ar
from$30
View Deal 
ExperiencesFree cancellation CharlestonViator
Hands-on Cooking Class in Charleston
4.9(124 reviews)· 2hEmbark on a unique hands-on cooking adventure in the heart of Charleston’s historic French Quarter, as you join a seasoned Lowcountry culinary expert in our charming 19th-century headquarters. Through expert guidance and experimentation, immerse yourself in the essence of Southern cuisine while lear
from$99
View Deal Airport Transfers in Charleston
Get from the airport to your hotel, hassle-free
TransferFixed price, no surge CharlestonKiwitaxi
Airport Transfers in Charleston
Pre-book a private airport transfer in Charleston with Kiwitaxi — fixed price, flight tracking and no surge pricing.
View DealWhere to Stay in Charleston
Hand-picked stays and live rates
HotelLive hotel prices CharlestonTrip.com
Hotels in Charleston
Browse every hotel in Charleston with today's real prices, guest reviews and free-cancellation options.
from$84
View Deal Car Hire in Charleston
Compare rental cars at great prices
CarFree cancellation CharlestonGetRentacar
Car Hire in Charleston with GetRentacar
Compare rental cars from local and global suppliers in Charleston, with free cancellation on most bookings.
from$53/day
View Deal Cheapest car hire in Charleston
Live rates at Charleston International Airport, from US$51/day. Change the dates to compare every partner.
Toyota Corolla
Midsize car · or similar
53Automatic
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation
Economy Rent A Car
via Trip.com
US$51/day
≈ US$153 for 3 days
Chevrolet Spark
Small car · or similar
4Automatic
- Under 1 year
- Instant confirmation
- Unlimited mileage
Hertz
via Trip.com
US$69/day
≈ US$207 for 3 days
Toyota Camry
Full-size · or similar
53Automatic
- Instant confirmation
- Unlimited mileage
- Full to Full
Budget
via Trip.com
US$78/day
≈ US$234 for 3 days
Dodge Ram
Pickup truck · or similar
4Automatic
- Unlimited mileage
- Full to Full
- Free cancellation
Avis
via Trip.com
US$92/day
≈ US$276 for 3 days
Compare car & bike rentals for Charleston
5 trusted brands side by side. Check two or three to get the best deal.
GetRentacar
Best for: Flexible bookingsCars · 10,000+ locations
from $53/day
Free cancellation
Trip.com
Best for: Big-brand airport rentalsCars · Worldwide airports
Free cancellation on most cars
| Brand | Best for | Vehicles | Coverage | Why book | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QEEQ | Lowest price search | Cars | Worldwide | Low-price search | Live on site | Compare prices |
| Economybookings | All-inclusive pricing | Cars | 30,000+ locations | No hidden fees | Live on site | Compare prices |
| GetRentacar | Flexible bookings | Cars | 10,000+ locations | Free cancellation | from $53/day | Compare prices |
| Trip.com | Big-brand airport rentals | Cars | Worldwide airports | Free cancellation on most cars | Live on site | Compare prices |
| Localrent | Islands & local deals | Cars | Europe, Asia & islands | Local prices | Live on site | Compare prices |
Find the cheapest eSIM for Charleston
Real plan prices from each brand, cheapest first, for plans that last your whole trip.
Yesim1 GB · 30 daysCheapest for your trip$3.72Airalo3 GB · 7 days$9.00Yesim5 GB · 30 days$10.80Airalo5 GB · 7 days$12.50YesimUnlimited · 7 days$24.36AiraloUnlimited · 7 days$25.00
Prices checked 4h ago on each brand's site. Prices may change at checkout.
Charleston travel FAQ
What are the best things to do in Charleston?
The most popular Charleston experiences are skip-the-line attraction tickets, guided city tours and day trips. You can book them above with instant mobile tickets from trusted partners like Tiqets and Klook — no printing required.
How do I get from the airport to my hotel in Charleston?
A pre-booked private transfer is the easiest way to reach your Charleston hotel. You'll find fixed-price, meet-and-greet airport transfers in the section above, so there's no haggling with taxis when you land.
When is the best time to visit Charleston?
Charleston rewards visitors year-round, but the shoulder-season months usually offer the best mix of pleasant weather, thinner crowds and lower prices. Compare live hotel and flight prices above to find the cheapest dates for your trip.
Do I need a visa to visit Charleston?
Visa rules depend on your nationality and how long you stay, so always check your government's official travel advice before booking. Many travellers can enter visa-free or with a quick electronic authorisation.
How many days should I spend in Charleston?
Most travellers spend 3–5 days in Charleston to see the highlights without rushing. Booking your tours and transfers in advance helps you make the most of every day on the ground.