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The Gentian House | Efficiency Meets Ele...

Permit Number: 06381The Space: Front Porch-Substantial, elevated porch with seating for four-Ideal for morning coffee, drinks at sunset, or appreciating Charleston’s warm weatherLiving Room-Bright, open-concept layout with Moroccan-inspired...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Discounts! Sea Spray- 400 Ocean Blvd. Oc...

Ask about our discounts for Spring/Summer 2026!Tired of looking through tons of listings? Do you need a specific type of home or dates? We are a local family owned company, Exclusive Properties, located right here on Isle of Palms. We specialize in...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
Sumter Suite | Sleeps 6! | Private, Luxu...

Summary:Live like a local in this show-stopping three queen bedroom, two bath apartment located in downtown Charleston. Housed in The Charlestonian on the second floor, this suite offers private entrance, patio and porch, kitchen, living area...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Private Historic 1770 Carriage House Loc...

Discover the ideal setting at this Downtown Charleston historic one bedroom carriage home located south of Broad Street in the heart of the city. Whether shopping on King Street, appreciating Spoleto Festival, visiting the College of Charleston or...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Luxury Oceanfront- Private Pool, Hot Tub...

Choose luxury, convenience, and comfort when you look for a vacation rental at the striking Isle of Palms. If you excited to appreciate this splendid beach destination with your adored ones, you can stay at our oceanfront home at 700 Ocean Blvd...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
The Palmetto State Complex- 4 Condo Comp...

The PERFECT vacation rental for Weddings, Sizable Groups and Families looking to travel in complete opulent comfort and privacy! This 4-suite unit is the ONLY property in Charleston that can host your entire event in their own private suites just...

  • Charleston
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 24

Charleston Tours & Activities

Open Water Scuba Diver

duration: 3 days meeting_point: Joe's Scuba Shop - 1493 Appling Dr, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 min_age: 10 group_size: 4 people description: - Welcome to the underwater world! Embark on your adventure to learn to breathe underwater and explore a whole...

Gift Card

Edisto Bike and Golf Cart Rental

description: Purchase the perfect gift: a gift card with a value of your choosing and no expiration date!

eFoil Pro Package

Charleston Surf Co

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$1,000.00

description: Take your eFoil skills to the next level with our Pro Package! Duration Six Lessons, One Hour Each About Enjoy six sessions tailored to elevate your riding, teaching you advanced tricks, and boosting your...

Upper King Street Cocktail Tour

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: 360 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403 min_age: 21 group_size: 12 maximum pricing: $108 per person 21+ description: Charleston’s Upper King Street is a vibrant blend of historic charm and modern nightlife—and...

Splatter Paint 8

The Mad Smash Rage Room

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$27.00 - $32.00

duration: 20 mins description: We provide the paint, canvas, and brushes and you provide the creativity! You get 20 minutes to craft your 8 x 10 masterpiece. We provide you a trash bag smock but it is recommended to wear clothes and shoes you don't...

Wreath Building Workshop

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

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$90.00 - $95.00

Get ready for the Charleston Holidays with this festive class! Duration 2 Hours About Join us for a hands-on workshop to create a holiday wreath inspired by your favorite natural landscape in our Education Pavilion on November 30, 2025. Two...

Inshore Fishing Charter - 6 Hour

Tight Line Outfitters

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$800.00

duration: 6 hours cancellation_summary: Cancellation Policy: 50% deposit required. Cancel 7+ days for full refund; 6 days or less incur a 50% fee; within 48 hours or no-shows are non-refundable. Date changes within 7 days not guaranteed. Weather...

Pickleball Open Play

Wild Dunes Resort

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$20.00

duration: 1.5 hours meeting_point: Pickleball Courts pricing: * Non-member - $20 * Wild Dunes Social Members - $10 * Wild Dunes Golf & Racquets members - Free description: Join a welcoming, friendly open-play pickleball session led by a pro for...

Moonlight Sail

Charleston Harbor Tours

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$60.00

duration: 90 Minutes cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC min_age: 18 max_age: 99 group_size: 49 description...

Patriot Escape Scavenger Hunt

Charleston Historic Tours

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$12.00

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 79 Cumberland Street Charleston SC, 29401 "Powder Magazine Museum" description: Travel back in time to the 1700's on this Self-Guided Patriot Escape Scavenger Hunt! Guests will start out with Free Access to the...

eFoil Paddleboard Party

Charleston Surf Co

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$800.00

description: Host an unforgettable eFoil Paddleboard party! Duration Three Hours About Glide through the waves with your friends and celebrate special occasions in style. Our party package includes expert guidance, 4...

The Feast- Thanksgiving at Wild Dunes
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$32.00 - $111.00

meeting_point: Osprey Ballroom description: Details Celebrate this Thanksgiving with an elevated and unforgettable culinary experience at our exclusive station-oriented event. Indulge in all your cherished holiday favorites, impeccably reimagined...

Charleston, SC

Charleston is a historic port city on the South Carolina coast, known for its cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and vibrant culinary scene.

Founded in 1670, Charleston offers a rich blend of Southern charm and coastal beauty. Visitors can explore the city's well-preserved historic district, take a carriage ride past colorful homes, or tour landmarks like Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. The city also boasts a thriving food scene, waterfront parks, art galleries, and easy access to nearby barrier islands like Sullivan's Island, Folly Beach, and Isle of Palms.

Charleston offers a wide range of lodging, including historic inns, boutique hotels, and vacation rental homes in both the city and on surrounding beaches. Whether you're dining on Lowcountry cuisine, relaxing on the sand, or walking beneath the oaks at a plantation garden, Charleston combines history, hospitality, and coastal charm to create a uniquely Southern vacation experience.

South Carolina's oldest city is arguably also one of its most charming, inviting, and altogether purely fun. A collection of historic structures that pre-date the birth of America, opulent gardens and mansions open to the public, and some of the best shopping, dining, and lodging options in the southeast, it's easy to see why this ancient southern town is one of the most popular tourism destinations in the state.

Charleston SC

In return, Charleston welcomes visitors with arms wide open. The term "southern hospitality" was seemingly designed for this area, as the city has earned the reputation of being one of the most hospitable destinations in the country - a reputation that was cemented by recent accolades in Travel + Leisure magazine, naming it "America's Most Friendly [City],"and Southern Living magazine, which honored Charleston as "the most polite and hospitable city in America."

Charleston SC

Certainly, visitors are welcome to come and experience the city for its friendly nature, slightly-coastal vibe, and blocks upon blocks of world renowned restaurants and boutiques, but the big attraction in this city is the abundant history that can be found, quite literally, around every street corner. Hundreds of buildings in the historic downtown and Lowcountry outskirts have been deemed a national historical landmark, and with quiet streets that are flanked with towering Palmettos - (the city and the state's signature tree) - and centuries-old live oaks, an impromptu stroll can easily turn into a detailed tour of some of the East Coast's most historic, and altogether beautiful, famed national and regional sites.

Charleston SC

In Charleston, a rich history, phenomenal collection of architecture, and a unique southern style all combine to make this major city one of the premier tourist destinations in the south. Easily enjoyed by visitors of all interests and from all regions, Charleston should rank at the top on any travelers list of beautiful places to see in the southern United States.

Charleston SC

The city of Charleston began in 1670, as the English Colony of "Charles Town," named after and founded by King Charles II of Great Britain. The colony was an end result of English expeditions to this region of the New World that began in 1663, and cumulated in 1670 with the establishment of a new settlement.

Charleston SC

As the southernmost colony in the country at the time, this newly established community was subject to a number of potential attacks. Spain, France, and the suddenly displaced Native Americans were all threats to Charles Town, and forts and arsenals, (some of which are still standing), were quickly constructed to protect the small new population.

Charleston SC

However, despite this veritable range of threats from the get go, the new settlement was quickly and perpetually a resounding success. The site of Charleston or "Charles Town," bordering the Ashley and Cooper Rivers and located just several miles away from the barrier islands along the Atlantic Ocean, made it a prime locale for a shipping industry to thrive. In addition, the humid Lowcountry terrain that surrounded the area proved to be very fruitful for agricultural ventures, and within a few decades of its initial establishment, Charleston was churning out tons of Indigo and rice to export to ports all over the world. In fact, by the mid-18th century, it's estimated that nearly half the nation's rice was grown and shipped from the now major city of Charleston.

Charleston SC

During its early establishment and expansion, the city also became well known for its diverse group of residents - a distinction which would lead to some of the oldest churches, chapels and synagogues in the country. In Charleston, French Huguenots, Jews, Catholics, and other denominations could all escape religious persecution and live in peace, and as a result, a number of some of the oldest structures and congregations related to each religion in America can be found within the historic downtown city blocks.

Charleston SC

Of course, despite this relative prosperity and religious freedom, Charleston was not without its flaws. Slavery was at the backbone of this thriving industry, and the city had some of the largest plantations in the states, (with some of the highest numbers of slaves per property.) The majority of current sites and attractions like the Rice Museum or the Magnolia Plantation have special exhibits on this dark but clearly accurate chapter of Charleston's history, and a number of testaments to this forced lifestyle - like some of the oldest slave cabins in the south - can still be found in and around the city.

Charleston SC

Also, while Charleston was a hero during the American Revolution, and a wealthy and beautiful landmark during the antebellum period, it would became a shamed and occupied city during the Civil War, with Union troops marching in and overtaking the Southern stronghold in its entirety in 1865. A great fire and massive hurricanes would follow, destroying a number of the original landmarks, but thankfully not all of them, and today visitors can stroll through the small streets and find literally dozens of buildings that pre-date this tumultuous period.

Charleston SC

Today, Charleston is a friendly and diverse town that is chock-full of restaurants, antiques, historical attractions, golf courses, art galleries, farmer's markets, expansive gardens, and virtually anything a traveler would need to stay entertained.

Charleston SC

The dining scene alone in the city is staggering, with over 700 restaurants in the city and surrounding regions to explore. Ranging from French bistros to easy-going BBQ joints and delis, virtually every palette and appetite can be accommodated in this southern city. Fresh seafood is almost always on the menu, as the water-locked region, that's close to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, is well-known for having some of the freshest SC shrimp, crabs, and fish available.

Charleston SC

Boutiques, galleries, and shopping centers are always in season, as are the wide range of golf courses that inspire visitors to play at their best among some of the most gorgeous landscapes along the coastline. History buffs will want to look into the large number of tours available via a number of mediums, like narrated bus rides or romantic horse and buggy strolls through the historic downtown, and everyone will enjoy the fantastic seasonal celebrations that have become a hallmark of the city, like the yearly Seafood Festival or Charleston's own Oktoberfest.

Charleston SC

For accommodations, the city has a sprawling range of nationally-recognized chain hotels, however, most folks find the best places to stay are the intimate inns, bed and breakfasts, and individually rented condos or homes that can be found scattered throughout the downtown area. Appropriately priced, luxurious, and close to all the action, visiting groups of all sizes - from couples to large families - can easily find plenty of inviting room in this southern city during any time of year.

Charleston SC

Perhaps best of all, there is no "off-season" in Charleston - the city is always wide open and accommodating for guests throughout the year, with a warm climate that will shake off the winter blues or infuse a summer vacation with an added dose of fun and southern style.

Charleston SC

Easily one of the most historically grand cities in the south, Charleston is a stunning destination that is sure to leave visitors smiling. Warm, hospitable, history-rich, and simply beautiful, this southern city is always worthy of exploration, and is always ready to wow newcomers with its deep-seated legacy, incredible modern amenities, and world renowned southern hospitality and downhome charm.

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