2026 Charleston Activities Guide

description: From an artists' community to bohemian haven, Civil War base, pirate hangout, and the darker days of Coffin Island, Folly Beach is one of the world's truly unique gems. We'll crawl through five of Folly's classic taverns with tales of...

meeting_point: 80 BROAD STREET description: Experience the essence of Charleston and its iconic sites Duration 2 Hours About Tour where buses and carriages are not allowed. On this in-depth tour you’ll learn about the Historic Waterfront...

duration: 2 hours description: Experience the beauty of Drayton Hall in a relaxed afternoon setting with live music, historic landscapes, and on-site refreshments. Stroll beneath iconic oak trees while enjoying the atmosphere and conversation. Your...

duration: 1 hour meeting_point: Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC description: Award-winning architects and authors of the new book Building on Tradition, William Curtis and Russell Windham are known for skillfully blending...

description: Explore the Grounds to the Fullest! **Please Note:** To make a reservation, call a Group Tour Coordinator at: 1-843-769-2627 or email [email protected] Duration 1 Hour Rates $25/Person About Explore Drayton Hall like...

description: Book Exclusive Charleston Tours with the Best Guides! About - Whether you’ve visited Charleston many times or if this is your 1st trip to the Holy City, a private tour is the best way for you and your group to experience a one...

duration: 2 hours cancellation_summary: 100% refund within 24 hours of tour. meeting_point: Toast, 129 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 20 people accessibility: Stroller and wheelchair accessible description: Get ready to explore...

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description: Discover indigo dyeing at Drayton Hall in a focused workshop led by the Landscape Team behind the Drayton Hall Indigo Project. From seed to vat, the team manages growing, harvesting, and processing on-site indigo; in this class you’ll...

duration: 1.5 meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: Join us out on the water for sunrise, sunset or somewhere in between in a search for our favorite saltwater mammal – the bottlenose dolphin. On this trip, we will cruise through our local...

FILL YOUR PLATE WITH THE OTHERWORLDLY AND THE ICONIC!! Options - **Semi-Private Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) - **Private Instruction Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional...

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403 min_age: 6 max_age: 100 group_size: Maximum 30 people accessibility: Stroller and wheelchair accessible pricing: $65 per person description: Cruise Charleston Harbor at golden...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 206 S. Main, Greenville, SC 29601(in front of city hall) description: Explore Greenville's unique Textile and Village history The textile industry is the most significant aspect of Greenville's history. It employed...

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...

duration: 2 Hours description: Take a sunst cruise around the lake. Depart at 6 pm and cruise the lake until Sunset. Shared group tour minimum 4 people; maximum 6 people. Call for private sunset cruise package. what_is_included: - Included on...

description: On Sunday, May 12, join us for a delightful Spring Tea! Begin with a special tour of Drayton Hall, where curator Amber Satterthwaite will discuss 18th century tea traditions, entertaining and social life on the plantation, and some of...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: The Harborage at Ashley Marina • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Up to 6 people description: Charleston Harbor’s Largest Six Passenger Charter Boat! Enjoy a relaxing sunset tour of...

duration: 2 hours min_age: 8 max_age: 99 description: Join Drayton Hall and Lowcountry Stargazers for an evening under the stars on the historic Ashley River landscape. This seasonal event invites guests to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics...

duration: 90 Minutes meeting_point: 108 Elemental - Cumberland Street Garage description: A walk through Charleston is a walk through the past. Though for some restless spirits, the past is still very much alive. From haunted theaters to shadowy...

description: Gain a deeper understanding of the Holy City! Duration Varies - Customizable About Take a private tour of Charleston to gain a deeper understanding of the Holy City. Private tours allow you to ask in-depth questions, visit...

description: Bulldog Tours’ chief four legged tour guide and canine ambassador, Beau, is ready to take kids and families on a fun hunt for history in downtown Charleston. Beau leads the adventure through the easy-to-walk historic streets, stopping...

Charleston's 1 Magic & Comedy Theater Duration 1 Hour Long About Welcome to Holy City Magic, an intimate magic theater and bar located in the heart of beautiful Charleston, SC. Holy City Magic is more than just a show venue, we provide a ...

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 115...

meeting_point: 4900 O'Hear Avenue, Charleston, SC 29405 (Suite 100) description: For the Love of Art Studio has partnered with Venture X- a luxury meeting and event space in the Park Circle area! ___ Venture X provides meeting and event spaces to...

meeting_point: Washington Square - park entrance at 74 Broad St., Charleston, SC description: Some of Charleston’s most fascinating ghost stories are in areas that organized tours cannot go at night, so we offer you the chance to see these spooky...

meeting_point: Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC description: Duration 1 Hour About Join two of Drayton Hall’s Directors, Trish Lowe Smith and Luke Pecoraro, for a special guided tour of the exhibition Through Time and Space...

description: Come smash! Duration 15 minutues About 20 items such as glasses, bottles, and plates to smash. Safety gear and smash weapon provided. Must be at least 8 years old, wear closed toe shoes, and sign a waiver. Long sleeves/pants...

description: Rates **$42 per adult (13 and older)** **$32 per child 3-12 years old** **$10 per infant under 3** ___ Duration 1.5 hour Guests can cancel or reschedule outside of 24 hours without penalty. All tours are nonrefundable within 24...

duration: 90 Minutes meeting_point: Shepheards Tavern - 46 Broad St. Charleston SC group_size: Maximum 20 people description: Step into the shadows of the Holy City on “The Ghosts with the Most” — a spine-tingling 90-minute walking ghost tour...

description: Available for our Public Boat Tours or Private Cruises

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 79 Cumberland Street Charleston SC 29401 - We meet directly in front of the Powder Magazine building. group_size: Maximum 20 People description: This is a 1.5 hour long walking tour of Charleston's historical...

meeting_point: 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403 description: It's Tiki Time! Hop aboard The Friki Tiki and pregrame with us on this 90 minute party cruise with a live DJ! Bring your favorite drinks, and we'll keep them ice-cold in our coolers...

meeting_point: The Cedar Room at the Cigar Factory, 701 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29403 description: One of the Charleston region’s most iconic events, the Center’s annual benefit fundraiser is an unforgettable evening where guests embrace...

duration: 1 hour cancellation_summary: Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable meeting_point: Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC description: Beyond Blue and White: The Hidden History of Delftware and the Women Behind the Iconic...

duration: 2 to 4 hours (contact us direct for custom times) 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...

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.

description: 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...

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duration: 20 mins description: We provide the paint, canvas, and brushes and you provide the creativity! You get 20 minutes to craft your 12 x 16 masterpiece. We provide you a poncho but it is recommended to wear clothes and shoes you don't mind...

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...

meeting_point: EDISTO ISLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA description: EDISTO 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: 2-6 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: Join Charleston Outdoor Adventures on a unique solar eclipse experience by water. This is the last chance South Carolina has to see a solar eclipse until 2044! Charters depart from our Flagship location on Bowens Island. Captain...

description: Rent Now, Show Up, Have Fun! Duration 8 hour What to Know - Each rental includes a Life Vest, Paddle and Whistle - Each rider must be at least 12 years old to paddle on their own Kayak or Paddleboard - We also have tandem...

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: Meets Outside the north side of the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon, 122 East Bay Street description: Let's Adventure! During the day, Charleston is one of the most charming and colorful cities in the world...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: *Charleston Sailing Harbor Tours on Fate or Mystique* Additional hours $275/hr + 16% base gratuity of all three hours. Sunset Charters The most popular and first to sell out are the...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: City Hall at 80 Broad Street description: Discover the essentials of historic Charleston on this 2 to 2.5 hour walk. A wonderful introduction that begins in front of City Hall at 80 Broad Street, continues through...

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...

description: Explore the Grounds to the Fullest! **Please Note:** To make a reservation, call a Group Tour Coordinator at: 1-843-769-2627 or email at [email protected] Duration 4 Hours *(Includes a catered lunch)* Rates $85/Person ...

description: **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...

meeting_point: Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant, SC description: *Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals* *Advance reservations are required* ___________________________________ Rates **3 Hour Single Kayak** - $45 (up to 3 hours) **Full day Single Kayak** ...

description: 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 ...

*The Break Room Charleston is the quintessential place to release anger in the healthiest, safest way!* ___________________________________ Rates **Smash Package (1-3 People):** $139 *Priced as a package, not per individual | Ages 18 years or...

description: All the fun, none of the hassle. Check out our fleet and enjoy the lake without the stress and financial strain of boat ownership. Duration 4 Hours About All the fun, none of the hassle. Check out our fleet and enjoy the lake...

description: Rate Adults (13+) $50 Children (Ages 12 and under) $32 Guests can cancel or reschedule outside of 24 hours without penalty. All tours are nonrefundable within 24 hours of the scheduled departure time. There is a 25% upcharge for...

description: *Kayak Rentals* ___________________________________ About All daily kayak rentals are available for pick up at Mile Creek Landing. If you would like them delivered we can do so with a delivery fee. All kayaks will be delivered...

duration: 2 Hours description: Sail Charleston as the light transforms the city and its surroundings. All non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are complimentary. Cameras are absolutely necessary, as you won't want to miss a moment!

meeting_point: 4201 Spruill Avenue, North Charleston min_age: 21 description: Bring your crew and enjoy a private tasting experience that’s all about good times, great friends, and Southern flavor. We’ll create a fun, relaxed atmosphere just for...

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...

meeting_point: Student House Tour - Education Group Tour description: Spend a Day Living History! Duration 1 Hour Rates Student/Chaperone: $15 About Students study the history of Drayton Hall and those who lived on the property through...

duration: 1 hour meeting_point: Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC description: Get ready for a masterclass in timeless elegance! This tête-à-tête promises a deep dive into the world of renowned interior designer – and passionate...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 108 Meeting Street, the Historic Charleston Foundation Gift Shop description: This walking tour will take you in the footsteps of patriots and pirates as your guide weaves the story of Charleston’s fascinating...

description: 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...

description: *Join our community of makers and creatives by renting time in one of our 3D studios!* ___________________________________ Rates **Hourly Studio Rental:** $55.00 ___________________________________ Duration Up To 12...

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description: Explore the Grounds to the Fullest! **Please Note:** To make a reservation, call a Group Tour Coordinator at: 1-843-769-2627 or email at [email protected] Duration 5 Hours *(Includes lunch at Middleton Place)* ...

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...

meeting_point: 170 Riverplace, Greenville, SC 29601 description: America’s dedicated foodies and top chefs alike have turned their heads to Greenville’s dynamic 21st century culinary scene. Duration 3 Hours About America’s dedicated...

description: Duration 1 Hour About What were historic holidays really like in Drayton Hall? In this special tour offered throughout the season, curator Amber Satterthwaite will answer your questions about Christmases past and present at Drayton...

description: 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...

description: Duration 3 Hours About Come explore the Charleston Harbor with our experienced captains. We can accommodate up to 14 guest on the Missy. We will be searching for sharks, bull redfish, and many other bottom fish while you enjoy the...

meeting_point: Downtown Charleston, SC description: 3 Hour Paranormal Investigation at The Dewees House Duration 3 hours About Are you ready to embark on a spine-tingling adventure through Charleston's haunted history? Join...

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...

duration: 2 Hour, 3 Hour, 4 Hour, and 8 Hour Charters Available meeting_point: The Harborage at Ashley Marina • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Up to 6 people description: Charleston Harbor’s Largest Six Passenger Charter...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 80 Broad St. Charleston, SC 29401 description: **A Wonderful Walking Tour to Learn About the History of Charleston!** Join us for a stroll through the French Quarter, down to Rainbow Row, down to the High Battery...

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Cast Your Line: Experience the Thrill of Our 4-Hour Ocean Reef Fishing Adventure! Come and fish in the ocean for a huge surprise and a great variety of fish...

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...

meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: About Tour where buses and carriages are not allowed. Charleston sites include: Rainbow Row, Four Corners of Law, Dock Street Theater, St. Phillip's Church, Washington Square, The Battery, Old Exchange...

description: Sometimes There Really Is a Monster Under Your Bed... Duration 1 Hour About There are some legends in Charleston so old, they predate the city itself. Here there are creatures that are the things of nightmares, myths come to...