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Oliver & Co. | Executive Stay Downtown C...

Summary:Step into refined comfort at this executive getaway where luxury meets convenience in the heart of Charleston. Ideal for business travelers, couples, or anyone seeking a fresh escape, this sophisticated property offers an ideal base for...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Johns Island

Johns Island is a unique region that sits almost directly in between the popular city of Charleston and the barrier island beaches that border the Atlantic shoreline. Technically the largest island in the state of South Carolina, this isle has more...

4202 Palm Blvd.- 7 bedrooms, pool, putti...

**Ask about our current discounts!! *Plug in your dates to see the full quote! Email us (owner/property manager) with any questions regarding the home or the quote or discounts. --Description--This striking rental property, Coastal Dreams, at 4202...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

Charleston Room | King Bed + Courtyard V...

A refined getaway in the heart of Charleston, the Atelier Premier King offers inspiring vistas of the historic city or the serene open-air courtyard. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, this intimate space features a plush king bed...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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...

Furnished 4 Bedroom with Pool and Marsh ...

Feel this luxury furnished rental on Sunnyside Ave in downtown Charleston. This entirely furnished 4-bedroom, 4-bath residence features designer interiors, a resort-style pool, and a 550 sq. ft. pool home, with full bathroom, ideal for guests or...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Folly River Sunset Cruise on The Dolphin Queen | Folly Beach Location

meeting_point: Folly Beach, SC description: About Experience Folly on our super stylish high end tour boat, the Dolphin Queen. On this tour we will cruise the estuary in search of Dolphin and other wildlife while watching the day unwind. The...

Boonehall Plantation’s Gullah Experience

Lowcountry History Strolls. LLC

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$155.00

meeting_point: Pick up at your hotel. description: About: As you enter through the grand oak allée to the home and gardens of a brick making plantation, learn how it built most of the city of Charleston! As we trace the history of Boonehall...

8 Hour Lake Jocassee Boat Tour

Southern Outlaw Adventures

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$155.00

description: Relax with your friends and family! Rates - Private Charter (includes up to 6 people): $745 ***$50 for each additional person (up to 10 total passengers)*** About 8 Hour Boat Tour Includes includes all major waterfalls...

Sunset Dolphin Boat Tour

Flipper Finders

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$25.00 - $700.00

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: Folly Beach max_age: 99 group_size: Needs a minimum of 6 ppl to run this tour. description: Experience Folly Beach at its most unforgettable on our signature sunset dolphin tour. Glide through tidal creeks and...

Island Cat Charter

Island Boat Rentals and Charters

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$850.00 - $2,625.00

duration: 2 to 8 hour charter options meeting_point: Island Boat Rentals and Charter • 50 River Landing Dr, Charleston, SC 29492 (North Dock) min_age: 21 group_size: Up to 15 people pricing: 2 hrs minimum for a Private Charter. 1-9 Guests is...

Eco-tour/Dolphin Sighting

Saltgrass Charters

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$393.00

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: Shem Creek Marina Boat Ramp description: Embark on a 3-hour Eco-tour through Charleston’s natural habitats, where you’ll encounter dolphins, sea birds, crabs, oysters, and more. This tour offers the chance to...

4-Hour Inshore Fishing Trip

Crosby Coastal Charters

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$550.00

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Get Hooked on Fun: Join Our 4-Hour Inshore Fishing Adventure in Pristine Waters! Light-tackle fishing in the calm saltwater marshes, bays, and creeks for redfish...

Charleston Upper King Street Culinary Tour

Charleston Culinary Tours

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$95.00 - $1,320.00

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston Visitor Center description: This 2 ½ hour tour offers insight into Charleston's Upper King Street neighborhood (recently named one of the top 10 food neighborhoods in America!) and surrounding area...

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...

Private Shark Fishing Charter

Charleston Fish Rod Bending Company

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$90.00

description: Join us for some drag peeling action as we target Blacktip, Hammerhead, Lemon and Spinner sharks just minutes from our pickup locations. Duration 4 - 6 Hours **Price includes 2 people, $75 per additional guest* About Let’s...

Sunset Cruises

AmberJack Marine

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$500.00 - $750.00

description: About Experience the enchanting beauty of Charleston as the sun paints the sky with breathtaking hues of orange and pink. Our sunrise and sunset cruises offer a serene and romantic voyage, perfect for couples or those seeking a...

Fossil Hunting Tour

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

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$55.00 - $85.00

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: 1871 Bowens Island Road Charleston, SC pricing: **$85 per adult (13 and up)** **$55 per child 3-12 years old** description: Board our motor boat and cruise 9.5 miles through tidal creeks and marshes out to the...

17' Alweld Fishing boat with a 60 Tohatsu

Cooper River Boat Rentals

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$375.00

duration: 8 hours cancellation_summary: $250 deposit due at booking; deposit lost if canceled within 48 hours; no-shows charged full price. group_size: Maximum of 4 people description: Whether you’re hunting for a trophy catch or enjoying a...

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...

Two Hour Tour

Captain Dan's Water Tours

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$300.00 - $525.00

description: Private, Personalized Tours Just For You and Your Group! _______________________________ Rates - **Crew of 1-6 People:** $350 *All Ages Welcome* Duration 2 Hours About Your vacation plans to Charleston just got more...

Three Hour Private Day Sail

Charleston Breeze

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$400.00

duration: 3 hours meeting_point: Folly Public Boat Launch, 97 Center St, Charleston SC 29412 group_size: Up to 6 passengers description: Day sails are so much fun! When guests book for 3 or 4 hours, it gives us time to shoot over to a myriad of...

Cardio Tennis

Wild Dunes Resort

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$35.00

description: Cardio Tennis Welcome to Cardio Tennis! This is the perfect clinic to get exercise while playing tennis. We focus on high intensity drills with minimal instruction. We have music to create a high energy environment and to make it...

Michele Jesse and Friends Wild Dunes Pickleball Group!

cancellation_summary: A refund will be given for weather related cancellations meeting_point: Wild Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center description: About Private pickleball group organized for Michele Jesse and friends. Weekend camp run by Wild...

Frankly Charleston Black History & Sightseeing Ride-Walk Tour (Sunday Only)

description: Experience “The Other Charleston” as a walking tour! Duration Two Hours About Frankly Charleston Black History Tours offers a historical stroll through the antebellum section of the 5th ward of colonial...

Sunset Harbor Cruise

Four Sons Charters

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$500.00 - $750.00

description: Take it slow on our relaxing harbor cruise! Rates **Per Hour** $250 Duration 2 to 3 Hours About Experience the low country coast in the most special way with friends, family, or that favorite someone. Seeing Charleston, SC...

Ashley River House & Garden Combination Tour with Middleton Place
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$16.00 - $50.00

description: A combination tour with Drayton Hall & Middleton Place. Duration 5 Hours About A combination plantation tour ticket to see both Drayton Hall and the gardens and grounds of Middleton Place with an exclusive Ashley River House ...

Factory Tour

Kazoo Factory

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$11.50 - $14.50

Enjoy a tour before making your very own Kazoo! Duration 45-60 minutes About Discover the story behind the kazoo, a popular music instrument, during this factory and museum tour. Visit Kazoobie Kazoos, a family-run...

Sunset Boat Tour - 2 Hours (Shared Charter)

Lowcountry Coastal Excursions

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$65.00 - $1,495.00

duration: 2 Hours (approx.) cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. meeting_point: 100 Church St. group_size: Up to 23 guests description: As we begin our sunset cruise, you'll experience some of the most...

The Original Pub Tour of Charleston

Original Pub and Brewery Tours of Charleston

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$42.00 - $121.00

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: 160 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: **Adult (Ages 21+ With Valid ID):** $35 description: **"Eat, drink and be merry", just as locals do on this European-style pub crawl! Come explore history through...

Private Charleston History Highlights Walking Tour

description: The absolute best way to get to know the city! Rates - Private Walking Tours Price is for 2 guests • Additional Guests are $40 per person Duration Two Hours About Your private tour guide will walk at a...

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.

Sunset Cruisin’

Out Yonder Excursions LLC

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$55.00 - $375.00

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Full refund when canceled more than 24 hours before departure. group_size: Maximum 6 Passengers description: Experience the magic of the Charleston Lowcountry during golden hour and unwind with a relaxing boat...

Gullah Geechee Heritage Culture & History Walking Charleston’s Holy City

description: A Tour Like Never Ever Before Now. Rates Child - $39.95 Adult - $49.95 Duration 1 hour About The Actual Birth Place Where Black History Began. he Charleston Slave Auction Market Walking Tour, with Godfrey KHill Gullah Jack...

A Day at Middleton Place

Pineapple Tour Group

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$101.00

description: Book Exclusive Charleston Tours with the Best Guides! Duration 4 Hours and 45 Minutes About History comes alive at America’s oldest landscaped Gardens. Visit the House Museum, Plantation Stableyards and Eliza’s House, a...

Private Event

Red Oak Airsoft & Paintball

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$700.00

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: 330 Burns Mill Road, West Union, SC 29696 description: Up to 20 players Additional Players $35/player Guns and BB's Provided All Safety Gear Provided 2 Dedicated Referees 3 Hours Private Field Access ...

Pirate Escape Scavenger Hunt

Charleston Historic Tours

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$8.00 - $10.00

meeting_point: 100 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401 description: This Pirate themed scavenger hunt is the first self guided experience in Charleston to replay the very real Pirate Siege of Charles Towne in May of 1718. Guests will walk the same...

Boat to Beach 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...

Private Charter - Skiff

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$275.00 - $1,375.00

duration: 1-6 Hours pricing: **One Hour Charter:** $275 **Two Hour Charter:** $550 **Three Hour Charter:** $825 **Four Hour Charter:** $1100 **Five Hour Charter:** $1375 **Six Hour Charter:** $1650 *Low country boil or hamburger/hotdogs are...

Mercedes Maybach Sprinter

Holy City Exotics

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$350.00

description: Experience the power and performance of our breathtaking Mercedes Maybach Sprinter! About Experience unparalleled luxury with Holy City Exotics' Black Mercedes Maybach Sprinter Van, the premier exotic rental vehicle in Charleston...

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Holy City Boat Tours of Charleston

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$600.00 - $1,100.00

duration: 3 hrs cancellation_summary: 10 days meeting_point: 33 lockwood dr Charleston SC 29401 group_size: 10 pricing: Pricing for up to 6 passengers: • Total: $600 (Includes boat booking and your independent captain fee) Pricing for 7 to 10...

Advanced Diver Certification

Bermuda Triangle Dive Shop

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$99.00

duration: 8 hours meeting_point: 115 Pelham Road, Suite 12, Greenville, SC 29615 min_age: 15 group_size: 4 students per instructor description: The Master Diver certification represents the highest non-leadership level in recreational diving...

City of Charleston and Gullah Geechee Sea Island Combined Tour

duration: 2 Hours group_size: Maximum 28 people description: Our tours focus on the vast contributions of the enslaved Africans brought to the South Carolina low country. The language, the food, the music and the customs. We highlight their history...

Tea Garden and Winery Tour

Adventure Sightseeing

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$62.00

duration: meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Popular afternoon tour with round-trip Transportation. First stop: Enjoy a photo op at **Angel Oak**, one of America's oldest living oak trees (500+ years). Next stop is at...

Otter Island Excursion Boat Ride

Edisto Watersports and Tackle

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$30.00 - $50.00

duration: 3 hours meeting_point: Edisto Watersports & Tackle description: Enjoy a boat ride over to one of our protected islands in the heart of the St. Helena Sound. There you will be dropped off to spend 2.5 hours enjoying & exploring this...

Full Day Fishing Charter

Reel Fish Finder Charters

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$30.00 - $50.00

description: Duration 8 Hours About Reel Fish Finder proudly uses an Avenger Bay Boat, locally produced in Walterboro, SC. It boasts a stable fishing platform, complimented with standard equipment like two live release and one bait well, dual...

Pontoon Rental • 115 Horsepower
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$375.00 - $3,225.00

description: Full Day Boat Rentals Know Before You Go - All renter's must be 21 years or older. - Can fit up to 12 people. - No pets allowed. - We are unable to provide life jackets for kids under 90 lbs. - All of our vessels are 115...

Morning Sightseeing, Floating and Dolphin Tour On The Dolphin Queen | Charleston Location

meeting_point: Downtown Charleston description: Let’s cruise the Charleston Harbor on the Dolphin Queen. Duration 2.5 hours About We will pass by several iconic landmarks, including Fort Sumter, the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown...

Drunk History & Haunt Jaunt: Charleston Haunted History Pub Crawl

duration: 2h15m - 2h45m, avg. 2.5 hours group_size: 12 accessibility: Tours cover about 1 mile on uneven streets with frequent stops. Please contact us in advance to discuss any mobility needs—we’ll do our best to accommodate. Some arrangements...

A Gullah Christmas Concert

Boone Hall Special Events

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$15.00 - $30.00

description: **Date of Event: Wednesday Dec. 10, 2025** We are excited to present a Christmas concert event for the third year that will have a Gullah Christmas theme. This event features special Gullah Christmas stories by a number of presenters...

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...

Advanced Open Water Dives

Whole Other World Scuba LLC

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$200.00

duration: Full Day cancellation_summary: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance to the scheduled day of diving to receive a refund. meeting_point: 80 5th Ave Mt. Pleasant, SC description: Let's Adventure! 2 Tank Dives at our deep offshore...

Full Moon Boat Excursions

Castaway Island Excursions

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$35.00 - $50.00

meeting_point: 2223 Folly Rd. description: We will be departing from the dock as the sun is beginning to set. While cruising through the creeks of Folly and out to Morris Island we will watch the full moon rise over the water. And of course there...

Charleston History Tours

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$35.00 - $50.00

description: About You provide the bus, I’ll provide a two hour tour. Charleston sites include: Rainbow Row, Four Corners of Law, Dock Street Theater, St. Phillip's Church, Washington Square, The Battery, Old Exchange Building and Provost...

Women's Introduction to Pistol

C & S Shooting Sports

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$65.00 - $80.00

description: In this women's only firearms class, you will learn the basic principles of shooting a handgun to include stance, grip, sight alignment/sight picture, and trigger management. We will shoot a variety of drills to improve speed and...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.