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OCEANFRONT Views, Community Pool, Modern...

For those looking for the ideal location to stay in Wild Dunes Resort, you've found it! Located in the heart of the resort community and just steps from the charming sandy beaches, this exceptional three-bedroom condo is located on the top-floor of...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Luxurious 4BR Downtown Home - Walkable!

Summary:This 4BR/4BA Charleston getaway offers en suite baths in every bedroom, modern finishes, and a entirely equipped kitchen. Savor a roomy first-floor layout, Intelligent TVs, and high-speed WiFi. Unwind with luxury linens, private outdoor...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Renovated 3BR Apartment 1 Block to King ...

Feel the timeless appeal of Charleston’s historic peninsula, the Holy City. Stay just mins. from MUSC, the College of Charleston, and the vibrant shopping, dining, and nightlife of King Street. From this ideally located downtown home, you’ll be...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Quarters on Vendue - Two Bedroom Suite -...

Summary:This historic building from the 1800s was remodeled in 2016 with new interiors decorated with the highest of standards and modern amenities. Flat screen TVs are in both bedrooms and the living area, along with original artwork. With our...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Historic 2bd Suite w. Huge Porch + Parki...

Summary:Tucked along photogenic Spring Street, this beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bath getaway embodies the essence of Charleston living. Step inside to find bright, airy interiors filled with natural light and timeless design details. Step outside to your...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
88 Grand Pavilion | AvantStay | Near Bea...

Appreciate a break from your hectic pace at 88 Grandiose Pavilion. Located on a cozy tree-lined street, this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home is a modern beach bungalow that is located in the heart of Wild Dunes. Finest yet, it is only a three-min. walk to...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12

Charleston Tours & Activities

Morning Sail

Charleston Sailing Charters

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$525.00 - $599.00

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC group_size: Max of 6 Passengers description: *Charleston Sailing Harbor Tours on Fate or Mystique* Add additional hours $275/hr Details - Up to 6 passengers - Private Charter, we don't add other...

Inshore Fishing Charter - 4 Hours

Lowcountry Coastal Excursions

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$550.00 - $850.00

duration: 4 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. group_size: Up to 12 guests description: The inlets, sounds, bays, tidal creeks, marsh grass and oyster banks in our area make Charleston one of the top...

Holiday Sip & Shop

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

meeting_point: The Shop at Drayton Hall description: Join us for a festive Sip & Shop event at the Shop at Drayton Hall. Enjoy light treats and wassail as you browse the shop and find the perfect gifts for your loved ones while supporting the...

Bicycle Service Pickup and Dropoff NORTH CHARLESTON

meeting_point: NORTH CHARLESTON, SC description: Assessment/Repair Lead Times Assessment and repairs can take up to 1 week to complete. Depending on current workflow and if we need to order parts for your repair, it may be sooner. If you need your...

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...

At The Chef’s Table Culinary Tour • Saturday Afternoon

meeting_point: 170 Riverplace, Greenville, SC 29601 description: America’s dedicated foodies and top chefs alike have turned their heads to Greenville’s dynamic 21st century culinary scene. Duration 3 Hours About America’s dedicated...

The Open Water Social (1.5 - Hour Public Tour)

duration: 1.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Cancel 3 weeks or more - Full Refund Cancel 1-3 weeks - 50% Refund Cancel 7 days or less from scheduled charter - We are unable to provide refund meeting_point: 56 Ashley Pointe Dr Slip B26 Charleston, SC...

Paint & Sip with For the Love of Art Studio @ Dashi Wine Bar and Emporium

duration: 2 hours cancellation_summary: Give us at least 48 hours for a full refund no questions asked or at least 24 hours notice for a class credit that never expires. This gives us enough time to allow other people to join the event before...

Smash N' Dash (Great for Solo Smashing)

*The Break Room Charleston is the quintessential place to release anger in the healthiest, safest way!* ___________________________________ Rates **Smash Package** $59 *Priced as a package, not per individual | Ages 18 years or older | Ages...

Schedule Service

Pedego Electric Bikes Greenville

description: Almost all brands of bikes and e-bikes accepted for mechanical repair. At this time, we only repair electrical systems for the brands that we sell. Schedule your bike for drop off. While we strive to turn bikes around quickly, we ask...

Falls Park Walking Tour

Greenville History Tours

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$25.00

description: A great overview of Greenville's past, present and future developments Duration 1 Hour About Are you visiting or new to Greenville? This tour is geared toward you to get a great introduction and overview of Greenville. On this...

Inshore Fishing (19’ Key West)

Simon Says Charters

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$400.00 - $500.00

description: About Our four-hour trip is perfect for those inshore excursions that take you into the backwaters and rivers in search of species like flounder, trout, red drum, and more! Up to 3 people. The three-hour trip is short and sweet, for...

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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