NEIGHBORHOODS EXPLORE MORE AT: CHARLESTONWV.COM EXPLORE THE CAPITAL CITY’S UNIQUE As you explore this pocket-sized city, you’ll see firsthand all the charms of yesteryear blended with a vibrancy so many young creatives have brought to the city. Charleston’s greatest appeal is its people: friendly, witty and ever so eager to make visitors feel at home. You can find them in the many distinct districts – a tapestry of neighborhoods, each with its own flair. 8 charlestonwv.com Downtown Downtown Charleston is a hub of social activity all year long. Dozens of local eateries and boutiques dot the area, which is anchored by the newly renovated Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center , park-like West Virginia State Capitol Complex , indoor-outdoor Capitol Market and world-class Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences . Appalachian Power Park, Spa Bliss and Yoga Power can be found in the Warehouse District. During the summer, free Live on the Levee concerts rock the riverfront every Friday night. Other free events include downtown Charleston’s ArtWalk , a self-guided tour of the local arts scene, and Festi-vALL and FestivALL Fall , where the city becomes a work of art. Sunrise Carriage Trail , with its historic landmarks and ornamental plantings, is a favorite walk among locals and winds through the historic South Hills community.