City Explorer
Charleston’s diverse opportunities for entertainment, fun and learning makes it a great place to visit and to live! Here’s a few ideas for the city explorer in all of us.
AClay Center for the Arts and Sciences
A 240,000 sq ft structure housing performing & visual arts and sciences under one roof. Home to the Avampato Discovery Museum, Juliet Museum of Art and Maier Foundation Performance Hall.
One Clay Square
Charleston, WV 25301
theclaycenter.org
BLive on the Levee
An outdoor concert series presented by the City of Charleston, WV. The concerts take place each Friday from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend.
Kanawha Blvd.
Charleston, WV 25301
liveontheleveecharleston.com
CCapitol Street
Built from an 1800’s railroad transfer dock, the market serves as an indoor/outdoor farmer’s market, home of a variety of specialty shops and Soho’s restaurant. The Charleston CVB also has a satellite site at the market.
800 Smith Street
Charleston, WV 25301
capitolmarket.net
DBridge Road Shops
Unique shops located in a charming neighborhood commercial district. Experience world class dining, shop for your favorite designer clothes, decorate your home with the warmth of one-of-a kind accessories, and experience local and regional art.
EArtWalk
A free self-guided walking tour of Downtown Charleston’s shops, galleries and businesses featuring a variety of art – from paintings and sculptures to photography and music. ArtWalk is held the third Thursday of each month.
FHale Street
This hidden street gem offers a unique group of stores and restaurants. Shop at Stray Dog Antiques, get pampered at Tops Off Barber Shop, Salon and Spa, get a smoothie at Mission Savvy Vegan Cafe and dinner at Celsius.
GCapitol Market
Built from an 1800’s railroad transfer dock, the market serves as an indoor/outdoor farmer’s market, home of a variety of specialty shops and Soho’s restaurant. The Charleston CVB also has a satellite site at the market.
800 Smith Street
Charleston, WV 25301
capitolmarket.net
Best Events
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FestivAll
The event features visual arts, music, theater, dance and film as well as other cultural and entertainment events. It mixes fine arts and pop arts in venues and locations all over Charleston and includes a wide variety of styles and genres.
Best Time of the Year
All year long Charleston has lots to offer the City Explorer. There’s always something to do in the area!