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Fire Tower | Modern 2BR in Downtown Char...

Summary:Stay in a freshly constructed Fire Tower condo featuring 2 king bedrooms with en-suites, a private balcony, and sleek modern design. Just off King Street, you’ll have fast access to Charleston’s best dining, stores, and nightlife. Savor...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Charming Waterfront Cottage only 2 miles...

Gorgeously-restored 1920's bungalow with heart-pine floors and tongue-and-grove wood walls and ceilings. This bungalow is a must for a comfortable and calming visit to Charleston, located on a peaceful country lane yet only two miles to Historic...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

The Ellingtons

Second story apartment centrally located on bus line (complimentary trolley) to city market , within blocks of eateries, stores, super market, drug store, water front park, museum, south battery/white point garden.

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Mount Pleasant Pier and Waterfront Memorial Park

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...

Downtown | Grill | Sleeps 6 | Steps from...

Summary:Welcome to Bridgeside Bungalow! ???? This 3BR/2BA home in Charleston’s historic Hampstead Hill blends 1872 appeal with modern comfort, featuring high ceilings, restored heart pine floors, and a calming piazza ????. Appreciate vistas of the...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Taps & Tubes w/ New Groove Artisan Brewing

Vintage View River Retreat

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$60.00

Cold Brews, Cool Tubes, and Good Vibes! Duration 6 hours Location This event will start and end at: [New Groove Artisan Brewery](http://newgroovebrew.com/) 4078 SC-9, Boiling Springs SC 29316 About Escape the hustle and bustle of the...

Spirits and Spirits

108 Elemental

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$40.00

Pull Up a Seat, I've a Tale to Tell Duration 2.5 Hours About Travel from tavern to tavern, across one of America's most haunted cities, listening to tales of the damned. From ghostly forgotten ships and murderous pirates to vengeful...

Fireworks for Freedom Show on the Charleston Harbor

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 1407 Shrimp Boat Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC. 29464 group_size: Up to 6 Passengers description: Watch the 4th of July fireworks show from your own privately guided Cruisin Tiki! what_is_included: Enjoy your beverages...

Harbor Tour

Charleston Air Tours

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$75.00 - $125.00

duration: 20 - 30 Minutes cancellation_summary: All tours are subject to weather cancellation. meeting_point: 2700 Fort Trenholm Road Johns Island, SC 29455 description: Embark on a captivating aerial journey over historic Charleston, South...

Four Day Kayak Rental

Castaway Island Excursions

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$125.00 - $140.00

Experience Folly on Your Own Time! Duration 96 Hours About If you are staying at a beach house or rental on the water - don't worry! We can bring the kayaks to you for free. If you have an appropriate vehicle and want to take a kayak to...

BYOB- Bring Your Own Box

The Mad Smash Rage Room

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$27.00

Come smash! **All items are subject to approval from Mad Smash staff** Duration 10 mins. About Bring your own box of clean glass and/or electronics and get 10 full minutes of smashing! You get to do your damage and we will clean up the...

Public Cycle Boat

Saltwater Cycle Charleston

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$50.00

duration: 1 hour 35 minutes min_age: 18 max_age: 99 group_size: Minimum of 6 people required to run each tour pricing: * $50 per adult (ages 21+) description: Enjoy a lively 1 hour 35 minute booze cruise around Charleston where you can bring your...

Golf Club Rental - 18 Holes - Harbor Course

Golf club rentals often sell out - we recommend booking online far in advance. Rates - **Men's Right-Handed Clubs:** $70.00 USD - **Men's Left-Handed Clubs:** $70.00 USD - **Lady's Right-Handed Clubs:** $70.00 USD Cancellation...

Private Charleston History Highlights Walking Tour

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 leisurely pace...

A Walk Through Charleston

Pineapple Tour Group

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$27.00 - $39.50

Book Exclusive Charleston Tours with the Best Guides! Duration - 90 minutes About - A walk through Charleston is a comprehensive overview of Charleston history through the centuries. - Charleston was founded in 1670 and quickly...

Charleston Dark History & Ghost Tour

Tour Charleston With Adam - History, Bars & Ghosts

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$22.00

Experience The Dark History & Ghosts of Charleston With Adam! Duration 1 Hour & 20 Minutes About I will show you some ghost photos on this tour! Charleston may have a lot of churches but it was far from a Holy City. This tour is all about...

Ultimate Bach Tiki Party!!!

Seas Life for Good

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$800.00

duration: 3 Hours group_size: Maximum 18 people pricing: 1- 12 people $800, ($60 per person after, 18 max) 13 people $860 14 people $920 15 people $980 16 people $1040 17 people $1100 18 people $1160 description: Experience the Ultimate Bach Tiki...

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...

SCMA EcoTour to Capers Island

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$40.00

duration: 2hr group_size: 42 people description: Join our naturalist on a salt marsh exploration with a stop on Capers Island Heritage Preserve. As you explore the salt marsh it is possible to observe dolphins anywhere along the route. You will...

Power Core

Wild Dunes Resort

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$15.00

**Days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday / 8:15am-8:45am.** Develop a stronger core to create a better overall sense of strength and stability. • Cost is $15 per person, per class. • Pre-registration is...

Charter Share

Burnt & Sandy

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$100.00

duration: 5 Hours description: Charter Share (CS) is an opportunity for individuals and small groups to 'share' the cost of a charter. Geared toward experienced fossil hunters, CS is a self-guided 5-hour excursion to one of Charleston's barrier...

Season Pass

Edisto River Adventures

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$185.00

Buy a Season Pass and Float all year! 2026 rate is $185 and includes the tube and a small cooler tube. The 2026 Season is from May 2nd - September 13th, 2026. Are you someone that likes to float the river all day? Great news - your season...

12 Hour Deep Sea Gulf Stream

Simon Says Charters

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$2,000.00

Duration 12 Hours About For the serious fishermen and women! Head out to the Gulf Stream in search of Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Grouper, Snapper, and many more. Up to 4 People. Fuel surcharge is approximately $300. More info We'll launch from...

Car Smash

The Mad Smash Rage Room

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$34.00 - $37.00

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 closed toe...

July 4th Fireworks Cruise on The Charleston Princess
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$45.00 - $95.00

duration: 2.5 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 Charleston Princess for a fun...

Two Hour Harbor Boat Tour

Charleston Historic Tours

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$400.00 - $450.00

duration: 2 Hours group_size: Up to 6 People description: Private Historic Harbor Tour The one of a kind perspective from cruising the water of Charleston Harbor provides insight into how this historic city developed since its founding in 1670...

Private Transportation

Adventure Sightseeing

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$400.00 - $450.00

duration: Variable meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Reliable Transportation! what_is_included:

Strong Women of the South History Tour

Holy City History Tours

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$35.00 - $280.00

Charleston's Premier Women's History Tour! Duration 2 Hours Included Admission to the Halsey Gallery of Contemporary Art at 161 Calhoun Street. Admission to the Philip Simmons House at 30-1/2 Blake Street. About The Strong Women of the...

Private Historic Walking Tour

Walk It Charleston

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$30.00 - $350.00

Our Charleston History tour explores over 355 years of our city’s past. Discover 18th-century churches, historically significant landmarks, architecturally beautiful homes, and gardens that make Charleston the charming, southern city everyone is...

Wednesday Happy Hour Sunset Sail
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$45.00 - $59.00

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 min_age: 6 group_size: Up to 100 Passengers accessibility: No - Due to Dockage and Boarding description: Wednesdays are for happy hour on the water. The **Wednesday Happy Hour...

Labor Day Picnic & Cookout

Wild Dunes Resort

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$25.00 - $65.00

Join us for a Labor Day cookout on the scenic Osprey Terrace! Celebrate the long weekend in style. Don't miss out! *Menu included in above image* **Date:** September 3rd **Time:** 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM **Location:** Osprey Terrace Adult (ages 13+...

Discover Charleston

Holy City Walks

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$25.00 - $35.00

Please Call or Text If Booking Within 2 Hours of Tour Start Time 843-270-2820 Let's Adventure! Duration 1.5 Hours About This approximately 1.5 mile walk over about 90 minutes journeys down Charleston's charming streets and dives into 350...

Inshore Fishing

Folly Eco Tours LLC

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$350.00

Chasing the big ones! Duration 3 Hours About Join us for an Inshore Fishing Trip as we search for the best and biggest fish South Carolina has to offer! More info Our boat has comfortable, cushioned seating and a large T-top for...

Private 6 Hour Lake Jocassee Boat Tour

Southern Outlaw Adventures

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$350.00

Relax with your friends and family! Rates - Private Charter (includes up to 6 people): $595 ***$50 for each additional person (up to 10 total passengers)*** About 6 Hour Lake Jocassee Boat Tour Includes includes all major waterfalls...

Twenty Person Party Pack

The Mad Smash Rage Room

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$22.00 - $700.00

Come smash! Rates $700 for up to 20 people and $35 for each additional person Duration 1.5 Hours About With this package your group of up to 20 will get to go into the group smash room with the car for 5 minutes per set (5-7 people at a...

Marsh Kayaking Tour - 2 Hours

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

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$50.00 - $100.00

Marsh Kayaking Tour *A fun and unique way to bring family and friends together to experience the wonders of the Lowcountry!* _______________________________ Rates **$50 per person** **$32 for child under 12 (Tandem Kayak accompanied by adult...

Discover Scuba

Joe's Scuba

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$150.00

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 to...

Bachelor/Bachelorette Cruise

Saltgrass Charters

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$195.00 - $492.00

duration: 1 - 4 Hours meeting_point: Shem Creek Marina Boat Ramp description: Celebrate your Bachelor or Bachelorette party with a private cruise along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway or the charming shoreline of downtown Charleston. Enjoy a lively...

Awendaw Creek Paddle and Hike

Nature Adventures Outfitters

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$40.00 - $150.00

Experience one of the most unique areas in the Francis Marion National Forest. Awendaw Creek is named after the Sewee Native American village that once flourished upon its banks. It is the only saltwater creek in the National Forest. We leave from...

eFoil Paddleboard Party

Charleston Surf Co

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$800.00

Host an unforgettable eFoil Paddleboard party! Duration Three Hours About Glide through the waves with your friends and celebrate special occasions in style. Our party package includes expert guidance, 4 paddleboards, and 2...

Under the Sea Workshop

Wild Dunes Resort

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$25.00

Work with the best of our beach treasures in this hour-long workshop! Dive in and make a various of ocean - inspired creations. Create your own under the sea masterpiece with the help of our talented counselors. Limited capacity & reservations...

Sunset Cruise • Tramuntana (Motorboat)
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$525.00 - $1,392.00

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 Cruise. This...

Gift Certificate

Charleston SC Dolphin Tours

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$250.00

Purchase a fantastic gift or gifts: each gift certificate is the exact value of one of our offerings.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...