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Charming 2-bedroom house in fabulous Cha...

Charming & Chic Retreat in West Ashley - Ideal for a Charleston Getaway!Welcome to your chic home away from home in the heart of West Ashley, Charleston! This gorgeous 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit is the ideal escape for a weekend hideaway or an...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Charleston Guest House: with pool on Gol...

Freshly remodeled Guest/Pool House located on the 10th hole of the Charleston Municipal Golf Course.Located in the historic Charleston, South Carolina neighborhood, Riverland Terrace. Riverland Terrace was first developed starting in 1925. It is one...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Pet friendly, screened porch, walk to be...

Well-appointed and pet friendly (Dogs only-$200 non returnable fee per dog) beach home, roughly 1.5 blocks from the nearest beach access in Isle of Palms. Located on a huge double corner lot, and featuring a modest fenced indoor/outdoor space ideal...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Charming 5 Bedroom House - 1 Block to Ki...

Summary:Feel Charleston in style at this 5BR, 4.5BA home where historic appeal meets modern design. Each king bedroom offers comfort, three with private en-suites. With Intelligent TVs, high-speed WiFi, and on-site parking, this professionally...

  • Charleston
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Charleston | Romantic City Retreat | Gym...

Feel the appeal and elegance of Charleston at Liberty Place Charleston, a Hilton Club, appealingly located in the heart of the city’s historic district. Surrounded by cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, waterfront parks, fresh dining...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Coastal Comfort in Charleston - Family +...

Welcome to Coastal Comfort, your Charleston home away from home! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath getaway offers the ideal blend of relaxation and convenience — located in a peaceful, family-friendly neighborhood just mins. from Avondale, the airport, and...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

Charleston Tours & Activities

Wild Dunes Spring Pod Play - Men's/Women's DUPR 3.0, 3.5, 4.0+

duration: 3 Hours cancellation_summary: To ensure that we run a smooth event, all sales are final. A full refund (less booking fee) will be given for all weather-related cancellations. meeting_point: 5757 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC 29451 @ Tennis...

Morris Island Shark Tooth & Fossil Shared Charter - 4

duration: 4 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. group_size: Up to 6 guests description: Short: Explore Morris Island on a shared 4-hour boat trip with sandbar time + shark tooth & fossil hunting...

Custom Charter

Gatsby Charters

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$2,000.00

duration: Varies cancellation_summary: You will receive a full refund with 5 days notice , a 50% refund with 3 days notice, and no refund if you cancel within 72 hours of your charter. meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center group_size: Maximum 6...

Private Event

Lowcountry Walking Tours

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$350.00 - $450.00

duration: 2 or 3 Hours description: Interested in booking a private tour with one of our talented guides? We are happy to accommodate private groups and can assist you in planning and organizing a truly memorable private experience. Private...

July 4th Fireworks Cruise on The Carolina Belle
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$50.00 - $99.00

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC description: Come aboard the Carolina Belle for a fun filled...

Seacoast Sisterhood Capers Trip

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$10.00 - $20.00

duration: 3.5 Hours description: Immerse yourself in the beauty and wildlife that Capers Island has to offer! Enjoy a 3.5 hour boat excursion as we venture to Capers Island, one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands. We will cruise...

The Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Tour

duration: 1.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: 18 Anson St., Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: • **Adults ages 13+**: Starting at $37 • **Child ages 4 -12**: Starting at...

90 - Minute Stand Up Paddleboard Tour

duration: 90- minutes min_age: 7 group_size: 5 accessibility: not handicap accessible description: This 90-minute Stand Up Paddleboard tour takes you through the Salt Marsh Eco-system on the water, where you'll have the chance of seeing a variety of...

Guided Kayak Full Moon Paddle

Edisto Watersports and Tackle

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$60.00 - $120.00

description: Enjoy a guided kayak tour at night during a full moon! Tours will head out with the tide and enjoy paddling the creek by full moon.

Nitrox Specialty

description: Let's Adventure! Duration 1 Hour About This course will certify you to dive with EANx (Enriched Air Nitrox) up to a max 40% oxygen mix. This gives you more bottom time and shorter required surface intervals.

Adventure Tubing- This takes you through class 1 & 2 rapids

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Clifton Conver Pump Station Parking Lot 585 River St, Converse, SC 29329 min_age: 10 description: Adventure Tubing on the Pacolet is an exciting trip that offers an adventurous mix of class 1 rapids with mild class 0...

USS Yorktown Admiral's Tour
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$68.00 - $70.00

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: 40 Patriots Point Rd Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 min_age: 12 max_age: 99 group_size: 10 accessibility: Not handicapped accessible pricing: $70 per person, which includes admission to the Yorktown for the duration of the...

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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