Downtown Charleston’s walkable scale, scenic parks, courtyard gardens and coastal setting are among the many characteristics that draw residents to its neighborhoods. Museums, galleries, theaters and countless historic attractions make it a prime location for history and culture buffs, who’ll find endless diversions right outside their front door. The peninsula also offers an eclectic mix of shops and world-class restaurants in its varied neighborhoods. North of the crosstown, also known as “NOMO”, is the most recent area to experience rapid revitalization with new construction including restaurants, multi-family homes, office buildings and event space.