What is the main tourist street in Charleston?

With its remarkable history and eclectic mix of fashion, art, antiques, home décor, and extraordinary food, King Street is the most vibrant and distinctive downtown in America. King Street is a perfect blend of local, regional, and national shops that remains the place to be for retailers of all types.



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Radcliffeborough. Radcliffeborough is considered to be the most walkable neighborhood in Charleston. It is bordered by MUSC and Upper King Street making it a favorite for college students and professors. It is very convenient to the College of Charleston and to MUSC, the medical college.

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In summary The French Quarter is the best area to stay in Charleston, SC for first-time visitors who want to be steps from Rainbow Row, the most picturesque streets, and the top sights. Marion Square is ideal for those focusing on shopping and dining at the top restaurants.

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The best time to visit Charleston, SC is from mid-March through May and from September through November, when temperatures are moderate. Take advantage of spring and fall's excellent walking weather to stroll the city's parks and the waterfront Battery.

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Charleston's historic downtown remains the shopping and dining hub for the region. Downtown retail, anchored by King Street, draws a strong and varied customer base.

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You'll find trendy young people all over Charleston, but there's a definite density in the North Morrison Drive, Cannonborough-Elliotborough, and Wagener Terrace neighborhoods of downtown. Off the Charleston peninsula, Park Circle in North Charleston and Avondale in West Ashley are also hipster hotspots.

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“Comfy sandals and cool, lightweight clothing are a must for Charleston in the spring, summer and fall,” said travel agent Beth Simms, founder of The Hello Agency, a Virtuoso Agency. “Most of the time you'll see ladies in sundresses and men in shorts and polos — truthfully, year round!”

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