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Beautiful 1 Bedroom condo centrally loca...

Savor a calming stay in this appealing 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo overlooking the pool on James Island. Perfectly located just 5 mins. from historic downtown Charleston and 10 mins. from Folly Beach, you’ll have simple access to dining, shopping...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
Folly Beach Home - Private Porch With Ma...

Discover the ultimate Folly Beach experience in this completely modernized coastal getaway. Perfectly located just mins. from the beach and within walking distance to local eateries, coffee stores, and the Folly Pier, this home captures the casual...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
118 Seascape by AvantStay | Pool + Ocean...

Discover the allure of coastal living at 118 Seascape, a two-bedroom beachfront haven located in the Seascape Condominium complex. This inviting getaway combines seamless beach access with the convenience of a community swimming pool, offering the...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Private Pool + Rooftop Ocean Views

All Decked Out – Relaxed Coastal Luxury with Rooftop Ocean VistasWelcome to All Decked Out, a delightfully designed Isle of Palms getaway where laid-back coastal living, broad outdoor spaces, and elevated beach home comfort create the ideal...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Luxury 8BR/6.5BA Downtown w Outdoor Spac...

Summary:Bring everybody together in this cavernous 8BR/6.5BA Charleston home featuring two kitchens, dual living areas, and chic design throughout. Just 4 blocks from King Street, this getaway offers modern amenities with historic appeal, high-speed...

  • Charleston
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
Magnolia House | Historic Charleston Hom...

Summary:Welcome to Magnolia House, a grandiose 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom two-story Charleston style home that blends timeless character with comfortable, modern touches. Ideal for families or groups seeking space, beauty, and convenience in one place...

  • Charleston
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 19

Charleston Tours & Activities

Group Admission

North Charleston Fire Museum and Educational Center

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$2.00 - $5.00

description: Museum Hours Monday - Saturday 10:00a - 4:00p Last Admission accepted 1 hour prior to close. About North Charleston Fire Museum continues to be an unforgettable destination for the firefighter in all of us!

Womens Coastal Skills - Sea to Table

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$170.00

duration: January 31st | 12:30 to 6:00pm description: To all those wonder women out there who have been interested in coastal skills but never have had the time, or opportunity to learn, we have an upcoming workshop for you! On January 31st, we are...

Six Hour Charter

The Reel Deal Charters

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$650.00

description: *Enjoy Your 6 Hour Inshore Fishing Charter!* **Start times may vary depending on the tide. We will call you the evening before your charter to confirm the exact start time.** **Morning Times: 6:30am ...

Private Skiff Charter

Sandlapper Water Tours

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$600.00 - $850.00

description: Hop aboard our 26-foot Carolina skiff for a 2 Hour Private Cruise featuring whatever your heart desires. Duration 2 or 3 Hours About You'll have the chance to select which type of tour your group would be most interested in...

50cc SCOOTER RENTAL

Scooter Stop

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$400.00 - $2,000.00

meeting_point: Tybee Island, Georgia description: TYBEE ISLAND'S ONLY LUXURY SCOOTER RENTAL EXPERIENCE __________ Words To The Wise: You Must be At Least 18 Years Old With A Valid Drivers License And A Major Credit Card To Rent Our Scooters...

Car Smash

The Mad Smash Rage Room

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$34.00 - $37.00

description: Channel some rage or have some fun as you smash up a car! Duration 5 mins About Smash as much as you can in 5 minutes! This option is for the car room! Safety gear and smash weapons provided. Must be at least 8 years old, wear...

Full Moon Boat Tour | Folly Beach Location
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$55.00 - $700.00

description: The Full Moon rise can be extremely spectacular near Morris Island. Duration 2 hours About This tour heads to Morris Island in time for the sunset and then sticks around for the moon to rise over the ocean. Along the way, we...

Charleston's African American History and Heritage

description: It's been said that no other culture has contributed more to the heritage and history of the Lowcountry than that of West Africa. Join us to explore the influence and experience of African Americans in Charleston from the brutality of...

Afternoon Dolphin Boat Tour on The Sea & The Rose Folly Beach

meeting_point: The Folly River & Morris Island description: Get on board as we explore the creeks and marshes behind Folly beach! Duration 2 hours About We search for the wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that live here year-round. Your...

Multi-Day Tritoon Rentals (115hp) -- Lake Keowee

Endless Adventures Jet Ski Rentals

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$750.00 - $2,275.00

description: *Multi-day Tritoon Rentals* ___________________________________ About All multi-day tritoon rentals are available for pick up at your nearest landing. Or if you would like them delivered we can do so with a delivery fee. All...

Catered Sunset Sail • Llibertat (36ft Sailboat)

description: Experience a Luxurious Charleston Sunset Cruise with Blue Life Charters! Duration 2.5 Hours About Embark on an enchanting journey with Blue Life Charters and immerse yourself in the luxurious comfort of our BYOB Charleston Sunset...

Afternoon Kayak Tour

Charleston SUP Safaris

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$50.00 - $100.00

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: 24 Hours meeting_point: 83 Center St Folly Beach SC 29439 group_size: 2 - 15 description: This fun eco-tour will navigate through the brackish estuary behind Folly Beach where you have the opportunity to...

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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