5 days in Charleston Itinerary

Charleston is the capital and the largest city in the U.S. state of West Virginia, and the county seat of Kanawha County. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Charleston: Zipline (in Oak Hill), New River Gorge Bridge (in Fayetteville) and Beckley (Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine and Youth Museum & Tamarack Marketplace). The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at West Virginia State Museum, browse the eclectic array of goods at Capitol Market, take a peaceful walk through Kanawha State Forest, and get into the urban bustle at Culture Center.

For other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Charleston trip app.

In June, daytime highs in Charleston are 84°F, while nighttime lows are 62°F.