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Downtown Charleston Peninsula Home

Monthly rental in downtown Charleston Historic Charleston Cottage just 1 block from the heart of King and Market Street. Our 1000sf two bedroom/two bath home has newly been remodeled and furnished to include all new high-end linens and furnishings...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Newly Renovated Beachfront Condo | Pool ...

Welcome to 108 Summerhouse, a breezy beach getaway in the coveted Wild Dunes community—just steps from the pool and Isle of Palms’ wide sandy shoreline. This bright, comfortable condo is ideal for families, couples, or modest groups seeking...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The Iris, Signature Suite

Summary:Settle into Charleston in one of our Signature Suites at The Iris, a brand new Apartment Style Hotel located in an unbeatable location. This architectural gem is in one of Charleston’s most vibrant and desired tourist areas, only one block...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Two Bedroom House Downtown.

This home is near MUSC. There are many neighborhood eateries. It is a very close walk to King Street that has tons of shopping. The home has off street parking. The home Is 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom. The kitchen and living room is one big room. The...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Designer Suite in the Heart of Charlesto...

Immerse yourself in Charleston`s vibrant culture from this impressive two-bedroom suite, meticulously designed by a professional interior designer. This light-filled haven blends modern comfort with antique appeal, boasting handsome artwork and a...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Cozy Two-Story Home with Outdoor Fun

This cavernous two-story home is designed with families and groups in mind, offering plenty of room to relax, gather, and appreciate your stay. The home serves as a four-bedroom property with flexible sleeping arrangements, including a king bed in...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10

Charleston Tours & Activities

Owls by Moonlight with the Center for Birds of Prey

meeting_point: Awendaw, SC description: This program takes place in our Countess Paolozzi Owl Wood where you will be surrounded by a variety of owl species from around the world. Enjoy flight demonstrations under the light of the moon and experience...

Charleston Historic City Market & Sweet Treats Tour
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$65.00 - $75.00

duration: 2 hours cancellation_summary: 100% refund within 24 hours of tour. meeting_point: Toast, 129 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 20 people accessibility: Stroller and wheelchair accessible description: Get ready to explore...

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...

Wonder Wednesday

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

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$5.00

duration: 1 Hour description: Toddlers and pre-schoolers are invited to join us at Drayton Hall for a fun program just for you: Wonder Wednesday! In the spirit of our popular Family Friday program, bring the little ones for story time followed by...

Private Sunset Cruise
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$375.00

meeting_point: Folly Beach, SC description: Sunset Sail Details For up to 6 people. Enjoy a two-hour sail that begins an hour or so before the local sunset. The sun sets over the marsh in brilliant colors and the best way to see one is from the...

Private Party Cruise

Tiki Tours of Charleston

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$1.00 - $60.00

duration: 2.5 and 2hr cancellation_summary: Full refund for cancellations made 30+ days in advance. in the event of dangerous weather conditions, the captain reserves the right to cancel the cruise up to 1 hour before departure. In that case...

Multi-Day Tritoon Rentals -- Lake Jocassee / Devils Fork State Park

Endless Adventures Jet Ski Rentals Lake Keowee

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$950.00 - $2,415.00

*Multi-day Tritoon Rentals* ___________________________________ About All multi-day tritoon rentals are available for pick up at Mile Creek Landing. If you would like them delivered we can do so with a delivery fee. All tritoons will be...

Multi-Day Jet Ski Rentals -- Lake Jocassee

Endless Adventures Jet Ski Rentals

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$750.00 - $2,065.00

description: Multi-day Jet Ski Rentals About *All Multi Day Rentals are delivered in water to your dock. We inspect for adequate mooring and protection and go over how to tie the skis properly to avoid damage. Therefore, we will deliver the...

Weekends May-Sept Kismet Private Charter

Charleston Yacht Charters

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$1,200.00 - $3,000.00

duration: 2, 3 and 4 Hour Availabilities cancellation_summary: All charters are fully refundable up to 7 days from departure. If you need to cancel please call us and we can issue a full refund. Within 7 days, a 50% refund will be issued. There is...

Charleston Stroll/Drayton Hall Tour Combo

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be rescheduled or refunded with 24 hours notice meeting_point: 115 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: **Adult (Ages 13+):** $60 **Child (Ages 4-12):** $37 **Wee Ones (Ages 3 and under):*...

Annual Houdini Seance

Holy City Magic

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$90.00

Charleston's 1 Magic & Comedy Theater Duration 1.5 Hours Long Cocktail Hour Starts at 7 pm Show starts at 8 pm Show ends at 9:30 pm About Harry Houdini died on Oct. 31, 1926. The first official Houdini Seance was arranged by Bess Houdini on...

Professional Certifications

description: Let's Adventure! Duration Time Varies Based on Specialty About When you are ready to become a professional diver, this is the next step. Certifications include Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, Open Water Scuba Instructor You...

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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