Harleston Village, SC

Charleston

Walking down random alleyways, I found a graveyard with people that are buried from over 200 years ago.
Private courtyard fountain and garden on King Street in Charleston is just one of many examples of the charm in this historic city.

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Unitarian church graveyard. One of the oldest Unitarian churches in the U.S. It is VERY overgrown.
Down every street in the French Quarter is something beautiful and interesting
The Old City Jail stands as a haunting reminder of the city's darkest past. The jail, which was operational from 1802 until 1939, housed Charleston's most infamous criminals, 19th-century pirates and Civil War prisoners. The Old Jail building served as the Charleston County Jail from its construction in 1802 until 1939. In 1680, as the city of Charleston was being laid out, a four-acre square of land was set aside at this location for public use. In time a hospital, poor house, workhouse for runaway slaves, and this jail were built on the square. When the Jail was constructed in 1802 it consisted of four stories, topped with a two-story octagonal tower. 

Charleston architects Barbot & Seyle were responsible for 1855 alterations to the building, including a rear octagonal wing, expansions to the main building and the Romanesque Revival details. This octagonal wing replaced a fireproof wing with individual cells, designed by Robert Mills in 1822, five years earlier than his notable Fireproof Building. The 1886 earthquake badly damaged the tower and top story of the main building, and these were subsequently removed. The Old Jail housed a great variety of inmates. John and Lavinia Fisher, and other members of their gang, convicted of robbery and murder in the Charleston Neck region were imprisoned here in 1819 to 1820. 

Some of the last 19th-century high-sea pirates were jailed here in 1822 while they awaited hanging. The jail was active after the discovery of Denmark Vesey's planned slave revolt. In addition to several hundreds of free blacks and slaves jailed for their involvement, four white men convicted of supporting the 1822 plot were imprisoned here. Vesey spent his last days in the tower before being hanged. Increased restrictions were placed on slaves and free blacks in Charleston as a result of the Vesey plot, and law required that all black seaman be kept here while they were in port. During the Civil War, Confederate and Federal prisoners of war were incarcerated here.

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The Restoration

The Restoration

4 out of 5
75 Wentworth Street Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 1,388 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
AED 1,388
AED 1,613 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
This was the prettiest and most comfortable suite Maybe that I have ever stayed. It was extremely well done and breakfast was delicious.

Reviewed on 23 March 2026

The Restoration
Casa Zoë | Historic Garden Carriage House CHS

Casa Zoë | Historic Garden Carriage House CHS

Charleston SC
Stay at this vacation home in Charleston. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park are ...
Casa Zoë | Historic Garden Carriage House CHS
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is AED 1,071 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
AED 1,071
AED 1,416 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,689 reviews)
We love this hotel for its central location, rooms, staff and restaurants!

Reviewed on 25 March 2026

Emeline
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

3.5 out of 5
250 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard Mount Pleasant SC
The price is AED 584 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
AED 584
AED 733 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
The sink is cracked. The baseboard was coming off the wall. The Fridge wasn’t working The shower handle is loose. The shower ceiling had peeling paint throughout. The drawers was still have leftover tags from the previous guest For the price, this was far too expensive for the condition of the room. ...

Reviewed on 23 March 2026

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
20 Patriots Point Rd Mount Pleasant SC
Book a stay at this beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,070 reviews)
Be careful paying extra for any type of room with a view - it’s not always what they say. We paid extra for a harbor view. Our balcony faced the neighboring building. You COULD see the harbor if you leaned out and looked to the left…so I guess you can have a harbor view if you work at it- but not ...

Reviewed on 24 March 2026

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Center Street Highway 171 Folly Beach SC
The price is AED 936 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
AED 936
AED 1,204 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Folly Beach. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,377 reviews)
I am 100% disabled. I was asked to move rooms three times due to reservation issues. I asked to see the GM the third time, and a new front desk person showed up who hadn't been there 2 weeks yet. I'll give them one more chance. Then I'll find a new place to stay while on Folly. Also...I'm a frequent ...

Reviewed on 24 March 2026

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Harleston Village

Edmonston-Alston House featuring a house

Downtown Charleston

4/5(648 area reviews)

Explore the National Historic Landmark District, boasting an unparalleled collection of 18th and 19th-century architecture, including Charleston "single houses." Discover fine Greek Revival homes in Ansonborough and historic civic buildings on Broad Street.

Downtown Charleston
College of Charleston showing a house and heritage elements

Radcliffeborough

While there might not be top attractions in Radcliffeborough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.

Radcliffeborough
Cityscape of the historic downtown French Quarter district in Charleston, South Carolina

King Street

While visiting King Street, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall.

King Street
Charleston Historic District showing heritage architecture

Charleston Historic District

4.5/5(3,286 area reviews)

Explore this National Historic Landmark District, boasting an unparalleled collection of 18th and 19th-century architecture, including Charleston "single houses." Nearby Ansonborough features fine Greek Revival houses and historic civic buildings.

Charleston Historic District
This bridge spans part of a swamp that bordered the plantation we were visiting. #OnTheRoad

South of Broad

If you're spending some time in South of Broad, Rainbow Row and Nathaniel Russell House are top sights worth seeing.

South of Broad
Waterfront Park showing a park, modern architecture and a marina

French Quarter

Historic district in downtown Charleston, the French Quarter boasts art galleries and notable sites like the Pink House Tavern and Dock Street Theatre. Enjoy diverse dining options and Charleston's Waterfront Park nearby.

French Quarter


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