2026 Charleston Activities Guide

Renting is a wonderful way for one to explore the waterways of Folly Beach. Take in all the sights and sounds the Lowcountry has to offer. COA offers a wide range of top quality Paddle Boards for all guests and experience levels.

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 1407 Shrimp Boat Ln. Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 description: Rods, reels, tackle, bait and ice are all provided, but feel free to bring your own fishing gear if you prefer. Reel Fish Finder offers several fishing...

Join us for a festive Sip & Shop event at the Shop at Drayton Hall. Enjoy light treats and wassail as you browse the shop and find the perfect gifts for your loved ones while supporting the mission of Drayton Hall with your purchase. *15% off for...

duration: 4h meeting_point: Charleston, SC min_age: 6 description: Are you a fossil enthusiast or just searching for that one good find? Hop aboard our fossil excursion to explore the uninhabited Morris Island in search of shark’s teeth...

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...

Catch some fish while watching the sun set! Pricing $350 1-3 People Duration 2.5 Hours +/- based on official Sunset Time of the day About If you only have a few hours to sneak away from the family vacation or in town...

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 will be dolphins along the way! **Gratuities...

description: Discover Santee! Duration: 3 hours About: Explore the wildlife and history of Santee. Included: Lite refreshments will be served while on board! More Info: Minimum of 6 people required to operate. Shared group tour.

Experience Folly on Your Own Time! Duration 48 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...

Come tour spooky South Carolina! Rates **Participants** - $30.00 *Price varies by date* ___________________________________ Duration 1 Hour About Our ghost tour is our most popular tour. With a mix of history and the supernatural...

Our guides will show you the best of what Christmas in Charleston has to offer. This tour starts with a focus on golden hour, we'll capture the most beautifully decorated homes in the South of Broad neighborhood. We’ll focus on composition...

duration: Entrance gates are open daily from 9am-3:30pm. Exit gate closes daily at 5pm. description: Enjoy the grounds and galleries of Drayton Hall. With this ticket, you will enjoy access to the Drayton Hall visitor center, galleries, grounds...

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...

*Hear the Music of Charleston's History!* ___________________________________ Rates - **Adult (Ages 8-61):** $28 - **Senior (Ages 62+):** $26 - **Child (Ages 7 & Under):** FREE *Must be accompanied by an...

description: Duration 3 Hours About Ready to take on the oceans top predators? Book this Shark Fishing Charter Today! We will target a variety of species including Atlantic sharpnose, Black Tip, Spinner Sharks and Bonnet Head Sharks. Our...

duration: 1.25 meeting_point: Riley Waterfront Park, Charleston, SC 29401 description: Enjoy our family friendly Island Ferry Dolphin Cruise. The trip departs from our dock at Riley Waterfront Park in downtown Charleston, SC. We'll tour historic...

duration: 3 cancellation_summary: Cancellations within 24 hours will be issued a 50% refund. Customer who do not show up for their trip will not be issued a refund. meeting_point: Wappoo Cut Boat Ramp group_size: 6 description: Start your day with a...

duration: 1.5h meeting_point: Charleston, SC min_age: 5 description: Experience the Folly Creek and the Lowcountry Wetlands! This is our most popular tour! We are typically on the water for 1.5 hours depending on conditions. In this time, we...

duration: 2-6 Hours meeting_point: 33 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 12 people description: With Dockside Yacht Charters, you can take in the beauty of the Charleston coast while enjoying a private boat...

description: Bring your friends and come have an AXE-CELLENT time!!! Pricing 1-16 guests $42 per person About Axe throwing is a fun activity which entails throwing a sharpened axe at a wooden target 12 feet away. Points are scored...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: 115 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: • **Adult ages 13+**: $45 • **Child ages 4 -12**: $35 • **Wee One ages 3 and...

Experience Folly on Your Own Time! Duration 144 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...

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...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Reel in Adventure: Join Our 2-Hour Thrilling Shark Fishing Expedition! Shark fishing trips are a fun way to give everyone the chance to get out, enjoy the water...

"He is the Maker of Heaven and Earth, the sea, and everything in them - He remains faithful forever." - Psalms 146:6 Duration 10 Hours About Pack for a full day of adventure and take a day trip to Beaufort! Enjoy winding...

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 328 East Bay Street description: WHISKEY IN AMERICA: ARCHAEOLOGY LECTURE AND TASTING EVENT WITH DRAYTON HALL'S DIRECTOR OF ARCHAEOLOGY Whiskey & History: A Tasting and Lecture on George Washington’s...

meeting_point: 116 Broad Street description: Duration: 1.5 to 2 Hours About: Meet Charleston in an insightfully historic immersion tour which traces the history left out of our history books. Charleston's storied past will come alive as we tour the...

duration: 8 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Get Hooked on Fun: Join Our 8-Hour Inshore Fishing Adventure in Pristine Waters! Light-tackle fishing in the calm saltwater marshes, bays, and creeks for redfish...

duration: 2.5 Hours cancellation_summary: 79 Cumberland Street Charleston SC 29401 - We meet directly in front of the Powder Magazine building. meeting_point: Seaside City Tours min_age: 21 group_size: Maximum 20 People description: Learn about...

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...

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...

duration: 1 hour meeting_point: Cycling Waters • 1870 Bowens Island Road, Charleston, SC, USA min_age: 12 group_size: Maximum 5 people description: Come experience our unique Hydro spin class! Feel the rhythm, ride the waves! This high energy...

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: Quarterdeck Charters description: Cruise to your next concert in style! Our concert cruise departs from Seabreeze Marina and arrives at Credit One Stadium 30 minutes prior to the start of the concert. The best part...

duration: 2 Hours 45 mins meeting_point: 108 Meeting Street Charleston, SC description: Discover the fascinating history of this amazing city on my Charleston tour and make great lasting memories in a small group of 10 or less people with a...

description: Duration 3 Hours About Come on this kid friendly experience and explore the creeks in Charleston. Sport crabbing is fun for the whole family we will set out some hand lines and see what we catch! The trip is a great way to see lots...

description: Best Fishing Guides in Murrells Inlet and Myrtle Beach Area Rates - **Half Day Trips:** Pricing includes 2 passengers - $50 per additional person - **Full Day Trips:** Pricing includes 4 passengers - $75 per additional...

description: Depravity, Death and More! Duration 100 minutes About Join us for a inside look into the harsh conditions of Colonial life. Hear stories of the Dungeon, Old City Jail, Anne Ravanal and others who continually haunt the...

duration: 6 hours meeting_point: Drayton Hall & Magnolia Plantation description: Join Drayton Hall and neighboring plantation, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens for a family-friendly event on February 8, 2025. On February 8, 2025, Drayton Hall...

duration: 45 Minutes meeting_point: 8 Guignard St, Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: **Adults**: $50 **Children**: $40 description: *Hauntings around the Downtown Charleston area are not uncommon occurrences. Join us as we explore some of the more...

Duration 2 Hours About Join us for an afternoon of live music under the Drayton Hall oaks. Guests will have the opportunity to to enjoy a glass of wine or beer while while they stroll the grounds. Included in your ticket is the first drink. ...

duration: 4 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...

SEE AND EXPLORE ALL CHARLESTON HAS TO OFFER!! 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) ...

duration: 2 Hours group_size: Max of 6 Passengers description: *Charleston Sailing Harbor Tours on Fate or Mystique* Add Additional hours $275/hr Afternoon Charters A great way to experience sailing and to see the city and explore more of the...

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

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Church and Cumberland (on the corner) group_size: max 10 description: Secret Strolls features Charleston’s tucked away paths and seldom seen locations. One of our guides will take you through alleyways, some only...

Nothing says summer like watching fireworks from the seat of a kayak! Join us on the beautiful Folly Creek for a relaxing sunset tour that includes wildlife viewing, scenic marsh, and a breathtaking summer sunset. As the starts come out, we will...

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: Folly Public Boat Launch, 97 Center St, Charleston SC 29412 group_size: Up to 6 passengers description: Sunset tours are our favorite tour of the day. It's a relaxing time when the breeze often lays down a little...

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...

meeting_point: Fripp Island, South Carolina description: FRIPP ISLAND'S ONLY LUXURY SCOOTER RENTAL EXPERIENCE __________ Words To The Wise: You Must be At Least 18 Years Old With A Valid Drivers License And A Major Credit Card To Rent Our...

duration: 2.5 hours meeting_point: Blue Life Charters LLC • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 US description: Experience a Luxurious Charleston Sunset Cruise with Blue Life Charters! Embark on an enchanting journey with Blue Life Charters...

description: If you would like to book a trip with us (other than the local Whole Other World Scuba Charter) this is the place for that! We run trips to the Springs in Florida, Wreck Diving Trips to North Carolina, and Overseas Travel to Mexico...

**Our most popular brewery tour** features a wide variety (12 pours!) of craft beer, the history of beer, the process of brewing, and entertaining drinking stories. Our Charleston brewery tours include approximately 4 generous pours at each of the...

duration: 2.5 Hours description: Neighborhood TwoBoroughs & Upper King Street About – Shop and explore the unique and charming TwoBoroughs neighborhood. Meet your tour guide at **The Veggie Bin** (96 Spring Street), our favorite...

description: An inshore fishing experience to remember! Rates **Two Hours** $350 first Person + $50/ Additional Person **Four Hours** $500 1st Person + $50/ Additional Person **Six Hours** $700 1st Person + $50/ Additional Person **Eight...

*Intimate, Relaxing and Captivating!* ___________________________________ Rates **1 Hour Private Charter:** - Group of 1-6 People: $595 - Group of 7-12 People: $695 **1.5 Hour Private Charter:** - Group of 1-6...

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...

duration: 1.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: Charleston’s Historic Market District pricing: • **Adults ages 13+**: Starting at $37 • **Children ages 4- 12**: Starting...

Come join us and enjoy this narrated tour of Charleston's most beautiful walk! Tour Times and Duration • 2 Hours • Daily at 10am Tour Summary This approximately 2 hour walk has been curated to incorporate some of the most visually...

Experience Your Best Day in Charleston in One Package Deal! Rates 5 Hour Cabana Rental - 2.5 Hour Sail - **Morning Sail & Cabana** - $875 - **Morning Sail & Double Cabana** - $1,060 - **Morning Sail & Triple Cabana** - $1,235 - **Morning...

Duration 1.5 Hours

Take the path less traveled by the average visitor. Duration 2 hours About A tour like no other, literally. Seeing another walking tour here is a rare event. Most tours run to the eastern side of Meeting Street, but we go to the west. This...

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: The Harborage Marina, 33 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 12 people pricing: $715 per reservation description: Most popular option! In just 4 hours, you can explore all there is to see on the...

Get ready for the Charleston Holidays with this festive class! Duration 2 Hours About Join us for a hands-on workshop to create a holiday wreath inspired by your favorite natural landscape in our Education Pavilion on November 30, 2025. Two...

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...

duration: 1 hour description: This engaging panel brings together the next generation of rising talent in the design world to explore how classic forms, craftsmanship, and collecting traditions are reinterpreted for today’s interiors. Through...

description: Duration 6 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...

meeting_point: CHARLESTON, South Carolina description: Have A Personal Guide Through The Charleston, SC Streets. Find Great Spots & Then Finish The Tour Till You Want Them Picked Up. Duration 2 or 4 Hours ... You Choose & We'll Guide ...

duration: 4 Hours cancellation_summary: 72 hours notice meeting_point: 184 E Bay St Suite 103 Charleton SC 29401 description: Step beyond the city and into the landscapes that shaped the Lowcountry. Our plantation tours offer a thoughtful...

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 1871 Bowens Island Road Charleston, SC pricing: **$42 per adult (13 and up)** **$32 per child 3-12 years old** **$10 per infant under 3 years old** description: Dolphin Eco-Charter *See and Learn about wild...

Rate $50 per adult (13 and up) $32 for children 12 and under (Tandem kayak only) $10 for infants under 3 (Tandem kayak only) Guests can cancel or reschedule outside of 24 hours without penalty. All tours are nonrefundable within 24 hours of the...

duration: 90 Minutes cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC min_age: 18 max_age: 99 group_size: 49 description...

duration: 3 - 4 Hours meeting_point: Quarterdeck Charters description: Looking for the perfect Beach Day? We’ve got you covered! Anchor up and swim at one of Charleston’s many islands only accessible by boat! Spend the day exploring...

duration: 2, 3 and 4 Hour Availabilities cancellation_summary: All charters are fully refundable up to 7 days from departure. If you need to cancel please call us and we can issue a full refund. Within 7 days, a 50% refund will be issued. There is...

See the hives and taste the honey! Rates *$89 per person plus taxes and fees* Duration 2.5 Hours About Hive + Honey / Tour & Tasting is a fully-immersive, 2.5 hour experience hosted at the Ivy Place farm. Gear up in bee suits and enter the...

description: Paddle into the Sunset Duration 2 hours About Take a twilight paddle for a discount, this is a self guided rental! What to Know - Each rental includes a Life Vest, Paddle and Whistle - Each rider must be at least 12 years...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 80 Broad St (in front of City Hall-round wrought iron windows and marble stairs) group_size: max 10 description: Our Charleston History tour explores over 356 years of our city’s past. Discover 18th-century...

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 Welcome to Holy City Magic, an intimate magic theater and bar located in the heart of beautiful...

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: 33 Lockwood Drive, Charleston SC 29401 min_age: 7 max_age: 14 group_size: 6 description: No Child Left Inside Sailing Academy Overview: ⛵One Week (Mon-Fri), 830am - 12:30pm ⛵Each Session is Small Group (6 child...

duration: 3 - 4 Hours meeting_point: Quarterdeck Charters description: Spend your day with us on the ultimate Bachelor or Bachelorette Adventure! Anchor up and swim at a private island, cruise to Shem Creek for drinks, explore local spots, and so...

*Leasing our dance/movement studios gives you the space you need to practice and perform at your best!* ___________________________________ Rates **Hourly Studio Rental:** $40.00 ___________________________________ Duration Up To 12...