What's French Quarter like?
Visitors really like French Quarter, especially its historical sites, waterfront and restaurants. Make sure that you enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's great shops and bars. Take a fun excursion to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. There's plenty more to see, including Dock Street Theater and Pink House Gallery.
How to get to French Quarter
Flying to:
- Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.), 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from French Quarter
Things to see and do in and around French Quarter
What to see in French Quarter
- Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
- St. Philip's Church
- Washington Square
- Charleston City Hall
- French Huguenot Church
Things to do in French Quarter
- Dock Street Theater
- Pink House Gallery
- Charleston City Market
- Old Slave Mart Museum
- Anglin Smith Fine Art
Other popular French Quarter attractions
- Footlight Players
- City Gallery at Waterfront Park
- Rainbow Market Shopping Center
- Old Exchange Provost and Dungeon
- The Black Fedora
When is the best time to visit Charleston?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 27°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 13°C)
- Rainiest months: August, July, September, June (average 171 mm of rainfall)