Landmark ✓ Verified Oct 2026
Marion Square
About this place
Downtown's big public square between King and Meeting Streets, and a favorite with local dog walkers. Leashed dogs are welcome, including at the Saturday farmers market; other events set their own rules.
Dogs here
- Rule
- Leashed dogs welcome on this public square. It isn't an off-leash area.
- Good to know
- Downtown's big public square between King and Meeting Streets, and a favorite with local dog walkers. It hosts the Saturday farmers market and other events; those set their own rules, so check posted signs before bringing your dog into a market. Crowds can be a lot for small dogs.
Limits
- Not an off-leash area
- Crowded on Saturday market mornings (April to November)
Source: City of Charleston Sec. 5-4 (ordinance summary, charleston-sc.gov): leash required in public except posted off-leash areas. No posted dog ban found in a plain-question search (2026-10-30).
Pair it with
🩺 Nearest 24/7 vet: Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) (West Ashley) →🗺️ Plan a day nearby: A Dog-Friendly Day in Downtown Charleston →See something out of date? Suggest an edit and we'll re-check.
