West Virginia’s largest city is also its capital: Charleston. Some of us live here in this beautiful river city. Some of us just pass through it from time to time. Either way, here’s a helpful list of some fun things to do next time you find yourself in Charleston, West Virginia.
- Photograph the West Virginia state capitol building.
Dennis TangneyJr / E+ Collection via Getty Images Did you know it was designed by the same architect that designed the nation’s supreme court building? That’s why they look so similar.
- Tour the West Virginia State Museum.
Elizabeth B / Tripadvisor The impressive collection in this admission-free museum adjacent to the capitol building is one of the best ways to explore West Virginia from top to bottom - and from ancient times to modern.
- Stroll along Haddad Riverfront Park.
Mike K / Tripadvisor This is a beautiful walk near the capitol complex no matter what the time of year, plus there always seems to be something extra to enjoy - live music, vendors, fireworks… you never know what you’ll come across!
- Explore the shops lining Capitol Street.
Brian C / Tripadvisor Don’t miss Taylor Books or Mortar Man or any other of the fun attractions lining this unique, historic street.
- Grab lunch at Capitol Market.
alpeseterna / Tripadvisor There’s plenty to choose from, including fresh groceries and prepared foods, at this massive indoor-outdoor market.
- Enjoy all the multi-faceted attractions housed in the Clay Center.
Management / Tripadvisor Art. Science. Theatre. Music. Planets. It’s all here in the Clay Center.
- Learn something new at the Craik-Paton House.
Management / Tripadvisor This house’s history dates all the way back to the Revolutionary War!
- Climb the Criel Mound in South Charleston.
Cristy / OIYS Along with the West Virginia State Museum, this ancient burial mound located just outside Charleston is an excellent way to learn about West Virginia’s earliest inhabitants. It’s a bit of a climb to the top, but the view once you get there is spectacular.
Which of these things to do in Charleston, West Virginia have you already done on a past visit? What other fun activity options in the Charleston area would you add to this list?
Dennis TangneyJr / E+ Collection via Getty Images
Did you know it was designed by the same architect that designed the nation’s supreme court building? That’s why they look so similar.
Elizabeth B / Tripadvisor
The impressive collection in this admission-free museum adjacent to the capitol building is one of the best ways to explore West Virginia from top to bottom - and from ancient times to modern.
Mike K / Tripadvisor
This is a beautiful walk near the capitol complex no matter what the time of year, plus there always seems to be something extra to enjoy - live music, vendors, fireworks… you never know what you’ll come across!
Brian C / Tripadvisor
Don’t miss Taylor Books or Mortar Man or any other of the fun attractions lining this unique, historic street.
alpeseterna / Tripadvisor
There’s plenty to choose from, including fresh groceries and prepared foods, at this massive indoor-outdoor market.
Management / Tripadvisor
Art. Science. Theatre. Music. Planets. It’s all here in the Clay Center.
This house’s history dates all the way back to the Revolutionary War!
Cristy / OIYS
Along with the West Virginia State Museum, this ancient burial mound located just outside Charleston is an excellent way to learn about West Virginia’s earliest inhabitants. It’s a bit of a climb to the top, but the view once you get there is spectacular.
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