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The Trifecta at 493 - 3 Suites - On King...

Permit Number: 004141The Space: Welcome to 493 Luxury Suites! These attractively appointed units are found on the second floor of a historic building on King Street (above Sewing Down South, as seen on “Southern Charm”).Step into the building...

  • Charleston
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
Nathaniel Russell House

The Nathaniel Russell House Museum has a reputation that has garnered it both regional and national familiarity and significance, and which has earned it a place of honor as one of the most distinctive buildings in Charleston. Serving as the home...

The Palmetto House

Laundry facilities and complimentary self parking are available at this smoke-complimentary aparthotel. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests can appreciate amenities like 3 bathrooms and...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Wadmalaw Island

Despite its expansive size and proximity to the major tourist destinations of Charleston, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, and Folly Beach, Wadmalaw Island is a refreshingly unpopulated, quiet, and authentically local realm of the South Carolina...

Quarters on Spring St. Near the Heart of...

Quarters on Spring Street – Charming, Updated Stay Near Downtown Charleston Welcome to Quarters on Spring Street, a warm and inviting hideaway located just mins. from the heart of historic downtown Charleston. Thoughtfully refreshed inside, this...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Washington Square

Washington Square Park, with its seasonally blooming azaleas, trickles of Spanish moss hanging off of ancient live oaks, and quiet setting in the heart of the city, is a romantic, serene destination that brings the inherent laid-back charm of...

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
Junior Pickleball Summer Day Camp

duration: 10:30 am - 1:30 pm cancellation_summary: Cancellations must be made by 5 pm the day prior meeting_point: Tennis Center front deck min_age: 6 max_age: 12 pricing: Resort Guests: $75 per player Wild Dunes Club Members: $60 per...

Afternoon Drill 4pm-5pm (Level 3.5 and above.)

description: Level 3.5 and Above Strokes, strategy & drills with emphasis on live ball drills needed for better doubles play. Wednesday and Fridays 4pm-5pm. Available April and June- August.

Paint & Sip with For the Love of Art Mobile Studio @ Benne's Cafe`

meeting_point: 112 N Market St. Charleston, SC 29401 description: No experience needed! Our friendly artist will guide you step-by-step through the painting process and you will leave with a one-of-a-kind work of art! Your own masterpiece! Benne's...

Gift Card

The Sound of Charleston

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$40.00

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

Pontoon Rental • 90 Horsepower
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$350.00 - $3,050.00

description: Full Day Boat Rentals Know Before You Go - All renter's must be 21 years or older. - Can fit up to 10 people. - No pets allowed. - We are unable to provide life jackets for kids under 90 lbs. - All of our vessels are 90...

Overview and Sightseeing Bus Tour of Historic Charleston
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$17.00 - $600.00

duration: 90 Minutes meeting_point: 375 Meeting Street description: Crusie through time in Historic Charleston! This is a 90-minute overview tour of historic Charleston, from past to present. We will wind through the historic peninsula where the...

Guide's Choice Half Day Outing

Charleston Photography Tours

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$249.00 - $495.00

YOU PICK THE DAY, WE'LL PICK THE LOCATIONS! Options - **Semi-Private Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) - **Private Instruction Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) ...

Charleston Perspective Walking Tour

Charleston Perspective

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$20.00 - $35.00

meeting_point: 200 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC description: Enjoy a history walking tour of Charleston with a local guide Duration 2 Hours About Your local guide will walk you through the historic cobblestone streets, hidden passages...

Peak Grand Slam Clinic (levels 3.5-4.5)
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$35.00 - $63.00

description: Peak Grand Slam Clinic (levels 3.5-4.5) Our teaching staff will place you on the court according to your level! Daily | 9:00am -11:00 am This tennis clinic is designed for exhilarating fast-paced drills with an emphasis on strokes...

Morris Island Lighthouse Drop-Off Excursion

Castaway Island Excursions

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$49.00 - $69.00

duration: 2.5 h meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: Looking to explore an uninhabited island? We offer boat trips to the infamous Morris Island near Folly Beach! what_is_included: - Round-trip boat ride to and from Morris Island - Wildlife...

Diva Royale - Drag Queen Show Charleston
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$25.00 - $1,099.99

meeting_point: Cheetah Club - 2028 Pittsburgh Ave, Charleston, SC 29405 description: The finest drag queen dinner, brunch shows, and female celebrity impersonations in the world! Rates (Taxes and Fees Included) - **General Admission** ...

The Historic Table- 18th and 19th Century Dining

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: 100 Meeting St. Charleston, SC min_age: 12 description: Charleston’s two biggest passions are food and history. We combine those two passions as you transport yourself through time on our unique tour where you...

Gift Cards: Gift An Amount

Palmetto Breeze

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$130.00

pricing: ???? **How Much Should I Gift? (Helpful Examples)** While pricing may vary by date or season, these examples can help guide your choice: * **~$50 per person** Covers most **Daytime Harbor Sails** and **Regular Sunset Sails** ...

Full Moon Tour

Charleston SUP Safaris

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$45.00 - $55.00

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: 24 Hours meeting_point: 83 Center St Folly Beach SC 29439 min_age: 10 group_size: 2 - 15 description: Discover the best place in the world to see the full moon. We’ll head out sunset to position ourselves in...

4 or 6 Hour Inshore Charter

Charleston Fish Rod Bending Company

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$45.00 - $55.00

description: 5 years and under must wear a life jacket Duration & Rates **4 Hours** - *$500* **6 Hours** - *$700* **Price includes 2 people, $75 per additional guest* About Exciting light tackle Charter fishing in the calm waters and...

Two Hour Shark Charter

The Reel Deal Charters

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$250.00

description: *Enjoy Your 2 Hour Shark 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 - 9:00am Afternoon Times: 10:00am ...

Sweetgrass Weaving Workshop with Henrietta Snype

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

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$140.00 - $150.00

description: Duration 2 Hours About Join us for this special Charleston, SC experience! Drayton Hall welcomes Charleston’s beloved Henrietta Snype for a hands-on sweetgrass weaving workshop. Our guests will learn the historical...

3 Day Rentals - Park Circle
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$50.00 - $225.00

description: About 3 day rentals. Return in 2 days before close.

Nitrox Specialty

Joe's Scuba

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$50.00 - $225.00

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.

Large Group - Edisto River Tubing & After Tubing Adventures

description: Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable experience! Duration 2-3 hours depending on river level. River Levels, Wind, Group Size can all affect the float time. On occasion float times can run over and under these...

Cabana Cruise

Carolina Cabana Cruises

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$750.00 - $1,425.00

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: Carolina Cabana Cruises - 56 Ashley Point Dr., Slip E4 group_size: Maximum 16 people pricing: Pricing: • Fri–Sat: $550/hr • Sun–Thurs: $470/hr There is an option to lock your spot in with a $250...

Private Sunset Cruise

Chocolate Milk Charters

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$1,050.00 - $1,500.00

meeting_point: Johns Island,sc description: Private Sunset Cruise YOU WILL JUST LOVE BEING ON THE WATER! Experience the serene beauty of Charleston’s sunset from the tranquility of the water. There’s something truly special about watching the...

Daytime Harbor Cruise

Four Sons Charters

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$750.00 - $2,000.00

description: Take it slow on our relaxing harbor cruise! Rates **Per Hour** $200 Duration 4 or 6 Hours About Experience the low country coast in the most special way with friends, family, or that favorite someone. Seeing Charleston, SC...

Charleston Style - Historic District, French Quarter, and Old Mt. Pleasant

meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: **If there's a tour time you'd like and you do NOT see it on the calendar, please email [email protected] or call 470-715-3870 for more available times. We often offer tours that are not listed on this...

Birthday Party - 4 Hours

Lowcountry Coastal Excursions

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$550.00 - $2,200.00

duration: 4 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. group_size: Up to 12 guests description: Celebrating your birthday on a private boat in Charleston is a great opportunity to turn one special day into a...

Discover Scuba

Joe's Scuba

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$150.00

description: Let's Adventure! Duration 2 Hours About This course is to experience what scuba diving is like without having to go through the full certification process What's Included? - Instruction on Scuba theory and operation. - Pool dive...

Black History Month Celebration Season Pass

description: About Each ticket entitles the purchaser to visit as many days they choose February 2nd - 26th during our 2026 Black History Month Celebration. Tickets can only be used by purchaser of record. ID required upon entrance. A portion...

Guided Kayak Tour to Pine Island

Edisto Watersports and Tackle

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$70.00 - $140.00

duration: 2.5 hours cancellation_summary: 7 days advanced cancellation for full refund. At least 48 hours for 50% refund meeting_point: Edisto Watersports & Tackle min_age: 12 group_size: 6 people description: Enjoy a Kayak tour across the sound to...

Private Day Sail & Dolphin Watch
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$375.00 - $600.00

meeting_point: Folly Beach, SC description: See Folly Beach like Never Before! About Sail Folly sails daily at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm from the Folly River boat landing located on Center Street. During the two-hour sail, we often see dolphin...

Hook & Feast Experience

Tight Line Outfitters

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$900.00

description: Fish. Feast. Unwind. Book your charter today! About This is a one-of-a-kind fishing charter experience you can't get anywhere else! Enjoy a fishing charter, waterfront dining, and a sunset eco cruise all in one trip! Reel in some...

Bachelor Party Cruise - 3 Hours

Lowcountry Coastal Excursions

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$450.00 - $1,750.00

duration: 3 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. group_size: Up to 23 guests description: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as you set sail on a Charleston Boat Tour! Gather your friends and...

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...

Brunch with Santa Cruise

Charleston Harbor Tours

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$24.95 - $75.95

duration: 90 minute cruise time - Early boarding for brunch cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC accessibility...

Daily Bus Tour

Pineapple Tour Group

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$37.50 - $39.50

duration: 90 minutes meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: * Tour in comfort and safety as we show you the beauty of the Holy City. Let us do the driving and relax as 300 years of history passes by your window. * Our live guide will escort you...

Private Cycle Boat

Saltwater Cycle Charleston

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$675.00 - $800.00

duration: 1 hour 30 minutes min_age: 21 group_size: Up to 16 people pricing: * Private charter (Monday–Thursday): $675 * Private charter (Friday–Sunday): $725 description: Enjoy a relaxed, social cruise aboard a pedal boat with friends for an...

Virtual Charleston Tour

Charleston Pirate Tours

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$100.00

meeting_point: Online description: Experience the best parts of the city with an award-winning guide using live, video conferencing software. Duration 1 hour About If you can't travel to Charleston, we can bring the best of Charleston to you...

Day Time Sail • Xocolata (32ft Sailboat)

duration: 2.5 hours meeting_point: Blue Life Charters LLC • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 US description: A Perfect Blend of Luxury & Relaxation Creating the Perfect Charleston Harbor Tours! Embark on a luxurious journey across...

Fort Sumter

Fort Sumter, a historic site which can be viewed from virtually any point along the Charleston Harbor, is one of the most recognizable landmarks in this history-rich southern city. Easily one of the most famous forts of the Civil War, the Fort...

Firefly Distillery and Irvin Vineyards

High-spirited visitors will adore a tour of Firefly Distillery, a 48 acre vineyard and winery that is located on Charleston's "back porch," also known as neighboring Wadmalaw Island. As the only domestic winery in the Charleston County Lowcountry...

Charleston Museum

It's almost ironic that The Charleston Museum, which paints a complete portrait of Charleston's centuries of history, has a unique history all its own. Well known as "America's First Museum" and recently named one of the top five museums in...

Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim

The Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Synagogue, a famous icon just off of Market Street, has a fitting place among Charleston's long list of historical churches and buildings as the county's second oldest Synagogue, and the oldest Synagogue that remains in...

White Point Garden

The White Point Garden public park certainly provides a scenic slice of Charleston life, with incredible views that span across the intersections of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers. Fort Sumter, Castle Pinckney, and the Sullivan Island Lighthouse can...

Johnson Hagood Stadium

On a sunny Fall Saturday afternoon, the Johnson Hagood Stadium may very be one of the most popular and exciting spots in the city of Charleston. Home to the Citadel Bulldogs, the official football team of the world-renowned Citadel, the stadium can...

William Aiken House

Washington Square and Meeting Street visitors are encouraged to take a minute's stroll over to Elizabeth Street to admire the Governor William Aiken House, also known as the Aiken-Rhett House. The sprawling home is a treasure in Charleston, and...

Marion Square

For Charleston locals and frequent visitors, Marion Square is much more than just a pretty block of green space in between Meeting Street and King Street. Like many of Charleston's attractions, beneath the surface lies a history of stories that date...

Folly Beach County Park

Spend a full day by the seashore at scenic, sprawling Folly Beach County Park. This expansive park which takes up the entire portion of the southwestern end of Folly Beach features plenty of room for multiple towels and umbrellas, with well over...

Hampton Park

Even cadets at the Citadel need to relax every once and a while, and there's no better place to escape the everyday drills than at neighboring Hampton Park. This historic park – one of the oldest in the city – boasts 60 acres of natural...

Washington Square

Washington Square Park, with its seasonally blooming azaleas, trickles of Spanish moss hanging off of ancient live oaks, and quiet setting in the heart of the city, is a romantic, serene destination that brings the inherent laid-back charm of...

Nathaniel Russell House

The Nathaniel Russell House Museum has a reputation that has garnered it both regional and national familiarity and significance, and which has earned it a place of honor as one of the most distinctive buildings in Charleston. Serving as the home...

Brittlebank Park

Located at the edge of the Ashley River, next to the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. minor league baseball stadium, Brittlebank Park is a refreshing breath of fresh air that serves up some of the best water views in the region, while serving as an occasional...

Angel Oak

Visitors do not necessarily have to be a horticulturalist or garden lover to appreciate the toweringly impressive Angel Oak Tree, one of the most significant and oldest trees in Johns Island, if not the entire East Coast. With far-reaching branches...

Isle of Palms County Park

Isle of Palms County Park is a welcoming and well-maintained coastal destination that offers everything visitors need for a perfect day at the beach. Managed by Charleston County Parks and Recreation, this popular beachfront park combines natural...

Charleston Tea Garden

The Charleston Tea Plantation is a unique attraction along secluded Wadmalaw Island, with an equally unique claim to fame. As the proclaimed "only tea garden" in the United States, and the country's only tea plantation, the site has a long history...

City Market

New Charleston visitors are often advised to start their regional tour with a visit to the historic City Market, a massive four block meeting place that sells homegrown goods and exquisitely crafted arts and crafts from all over the low country. A...

Sullivan's Island Lighthouse

The Sullivan's Island Lighthouse, also commonly known as "Charleston Light" holds a unique title in Carolina Lighthouse lore as one of the most modern lighthouses in the country. The unique triangular and slim structure, which is broken up into two...

Charleston Waterfront Park

Life in the Lowcountry is all about slowing down and taking a moment or two to relax, and locals and visitors both agree that Charleston's Waterfront Park is the perfect venue to stretch out and soak up the scene. With a prime location overlooking...

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row is a famous historical Charleston neighborhood that certainly lives up to its name. The collection of brightly-colored homes, which are stacked side by side, is arguably one of the most photographed sections of the city, and attracts...

St. John the Baptist Church

The towering Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is one of Charleston's premier religious structures, and arguably one of its busiest. With daily mass, multiple Sunday masses, and a heavy schedule of calendar of events, this gothic chapel is likely to...

Circular Congregational Church

History is embedded in Charleston's culture, and the Circular Congregational Church is a prime example of how this sometimes stormy and always fascinating history can be beautifully brought to life, and easily enjoyed by any strolling passerby. One...

Magnolia Plantation

The Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is easily one of the most spellbinding sites in the city of Charleston, with acres of wildly growing gardens that have captivated visitors for generations. A romantic and altogether enchanting destination located...

South Carolina Aquarium Charleston

The South Carolina Aquarium may be one of Charleston's newest local attractions, but it is certainly making waves as one of its most exciting and entertaining venues in an already packed southern destination.

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

The Old Exchange is one of the most visited historic sites in Charleston, both for its grand stature as one of the colonies' earliest statuesque public buildings, and its unique array of interior assets - including the famous Provost Dungeon in the...

James Island County Park

The expansive James Island County Park has a unique distinction as being one of the most entertaining and diverse destination in the Lowcountry. Able to accommodate a world of interests, from camping and fishing to splashing around in a seasonal...

Dock Street Theater

Charleston, South Carolina is well-known as a city of "firsts," but one of the most remarkable first sites in this town is the toweringly impressive Dock Street Theatre. Located in the French Quarter of the Historic District, this well-renowned...

Joseph Manigault House

A treasure of a home that is managed by The Charleston Museum, the Joseph Manigault House is a prime example of Charleston's hardworking efforts to protect the relics of its lush, although often somber, past. The grand three story home is considered...

Fort Moultrie

Fort Moultrie, one of the oldest still-standing forts along the Eastern Seaboard, is a "must see" destination for history buffs. The low-laying coastal structure, which encompasses a large parcel of Atlantic Ocean bordering beaches on the southern...

City Marina

The Charleston City Marina is often deemed the "Mega Marina," as it is easily one of the largest marinas in the southeastern United States. Conveniently located at mile marker 469.5 along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), and just a stone's throw...

Middleton Place

Enchanting gardens, interactive history, and breathtaking views abound at Middleton Place, one of the top-ranked attractions by Charleston newcomers and seasoned vacationers alike.

Hugenot Church

If it weren't for the telltale palmetto trees and notable landmark neighbors, like the historic Dock Street Theater, a visitor might mistake this church for an authentic French house of worship, tucked away in a European countryside of decades ago.

The Citadel

Like many of Charleston's institutions, The Citadel is an impressive nationally recognized landmark that both serves an instrumental community function, while boasting a long and fascinating history. This South Carolina military college, one of the...

Folly Beach Fishing Pier

Fishing, incredible views, and romantic strolls overlooking the "Edge of America" are all on the agenda at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier, officially known as the more long-winded moniker the "Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier." A whopping...

Miles Brewton House

The Miles Brewton House may seem, at first glance, one of many impressively grand and antique southern mansions that line the downtown streets of Charleston, but this home is a favorite among any guided or self-led walking tour for both its story...

Thomson Park is a peaceful, historically significant waterfront space that offers visitors a quiet place to relax while reflecting on the island’s rich past. Tucked away near the western end of the island, this small but meaningful park sits...

Mount Pleasant Pier and Waterfront Park offer a stunning and serene escape that blends Lowcountry beauty with inviting public space and panoramic views of the Charleston Harbor. Located beneath the iconic Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, this picturesque...

Blue Life Charters stands out as your premier provider of private boat tours in Charleston, SC, blending family ownership with expert operation. We take immense pride in delivering a luxury yacht experience without the accompanying luxury price tag.

Art lovers will want to reserve an afternoon or two to explore the acclaimed Gibbes Museum of Art, a stunning addition to Charleston's historic district that is simply impressive both inside and out. Home to an ever-rotating and permanent collection...