West Ashley's big draws are history and green space. Charles Towne Landing marks where Charleston began in 1670. Drayton Hall, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens and Middleton Place sit along Ashley River Road. The West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway run through the middle of it all. Add parks like West Ashley Park and Ackerman Park, two public libraries and a seasonal farmers market. Hours change, so check each official site before you go.
In short: West Ashley's big draws are history and green space: Charles Towne Landing, where Charleston began in 1670; Drayton Hall, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, and Middleton Place along Ashley River Road; the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway; parks, two public libraries, and a seasonal farmers market. Hours change, so check before you go.
History and gardens
Parks and trails
Market and libraries
Addresses and details checked October 14, 2026 against the official sites linked. Hours, seasons and amenities change; confirm before you go. Have a West Ashley spot I should add? Tell me.
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Common questions
What is there to do in West Ashley?
Historic sites (Charles Towne Landing, Drayton Hall, Magnolia, Middleton Place), the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway, parks like West Ashley Park and Ackerman Park, two public libraries and a seasonal farmers market.
When is the West Ashley Farmers Market?
In 2026 it ran Wednesdays 3–7 pm from April 1 to October 14 at Ackerman Park, with a Thanksgiving market on November 22, per the City of Charleston.
Are there dog parks in West Ashley?
Yes. Ackerman Park has a fenced dog park, and West Ashley Park has a dog run.
Michael JagerCharleston-born REALTOR® with eXp Realty, working with buyers and sellers in West Ashley and across the Charleston area. SC license #125890. About Michael · Verify my license