What's French Quarter Like?
Visitors really like French Quarter, especially its historical sites, waterfront, and bars. Make sure to enjoy this walkable neighborhood's great restaurants and shops. Take a fun excursion to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. There's plenty more to see, including Waterfront Park and Dock Street Theater.
How to Get to French Quarter
Flying to:
- Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS), 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
- Waterfront Park
- Old Exchange Provost and Dungeon
- Washington Square
- French Huguenot Church
Things to Do in French Quarter
- Dock Street Theater
- Pink House Gallery
- Charleston City Market
- Old Slave Mart Museum
- Rainbow Market Shopping Center
Other Popular French Quarter Attractions
- Anglin Smith Fine Art
- Footlight Players
- City Gallery at Waterfront Park
- St. Philip's Church
- The Black Fedora
When Is the Best Time to Visit Charleston?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 80°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 55°F)
- Rainiest months: August, July, September, June (average 7 inches of rainfall)