2026 Charleston Activities Guide

Chapman Cultural Center's Spartanburg Soaring! International Kite Festival is right around the corner! Join local kite enthusiast and Spartanburg Kite Club member, Chuck Holmes, for a kite-building workshop at Mayfair Art Studios! Participants...

duration: 75 Minutes meeting_point: 2 Murray Blvd, Charleston, SC 29401 description: Old Charleston History Expeditions offers a captivating walking tour through Charleston's rich past, focusing on the heart of the peninsula: The historic old walled...

About From the creators of Sound of Charleston comes a new show we call “Gershwin and Jazz”. Come hear an entire 75 minute program of Jazz and Gershwin classics such as “Porgy & Bess” and Rhapsody in Blue. Performers include Charleston...

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, Charleston Battery, the Ravenel Bridge, Shem Creek, The...

Ride/Walk the African American story tour! Duration Two Hours About **PM ONLY** More of the untold contributions of the African Americans, known as the “Gullah People”. Let's continue to peek beneath the veneer of The...

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 & Garden Tour. A...

Duration 2, 3, and 4 Hour Options About Plan your booze cruise in Charleston, SC. Whatever the occasion, bachelorette or bachelor party, we can accommodate you! More Info Please contact us for additional availabilities!

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...

Ride out our front door onto the Swamp Rabbit Trail! ???? Experience the Thrill of Greenville's Iconic Swamp Rabbit Trail with Pedego Electric Bikes! ????‍♂️ Ready for an adventure like no other? ???? Step right up and immerse yourself...

duration: 1,5 Hours description: A fun way to meet people from all over the country! People from all over the country have discovered Greenville’s charm and quality of life. The city is easy to fall in love with, but there’s much more to...

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 Charles Town (now...

duration: 4 Hours description: Join professional photographer and tour leader Colin Hocking, LRPS, as he shares with you the tips, tools, and thoughts of how to elevate your photography from that of a casual ‘shooter’ to one that makes every...

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Duration 15 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes About At Bee City Zoo, we offer special, private animal encounters so you can be up close and personal with a few of our special ambassador animals! ​You and your group will be in a private...

duration: 3 Hour Private Charter 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 no...

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 sites during a daytime tour. Duration 2 Hours About Duels, unrequited love, wars...

duration: 2 -3 hour meeting_point: 33 Lockwood Drive min_age: 21 group_size: 12 pricing: 2 hour - $700 3 hour - $900 description: See Charleston from the water on a private Charleston Harbor BYOB boat tour with Holy City Boat Tours. Cruise past...

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...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29403 description: Enjoy peaceful and breathtaking views of sunset-silhouetted steeples while cruising along the waterways of the Charleston...

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...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29403 description: Are you in search of Charleston's tideland treasures? Then join our 2-Hour knowledgeable local naturalist on a peaceful cruise to...

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...

Choose our Slavery and Freedom Tour or Ghost Walking Tour! Duration Varies! About Our Slavery and Freedom Tour and Charleston Ghost Walking Tour are offered by special request and then opened to the general public. Join a...

duration: 2.5 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 2.5-hour tour of Charleston’s rich culinary scene. Guests...

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...

Come smash! Duration 10 minutes About 15 items such as glasses, bottles, and plates to smash like crazy! Safety gear and smash weapon provided. Must be at least 8 years old, wear closed toe shoes, and sign a waiver. Long sleeves/pants...

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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 original walled city and learn the how, when...

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...

duration: 4 hour charter meeting_point: Island Boat Rentals and Charter • 50 River Landing Dr, Charleston, SC 29492 (North Dock) group_size: Up to 4 people description: We offer fishing charters to all of Daniel Island and beyond! Come take a...

*Relaxing and Captivating!* ___________________________________ Rates **2 Hour Private Charter:** - Group of 1-6 People: $1190 - Group of 7-12 People: $1390 ___________________________________ Duration 2-6...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Safe Harbor City Marina Downtown Charleston | 17 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Min 6 to run - Max 23 people pricing: RSVP $25 per person Dockside @ departure $35 per person description: This is for...

duration: 3-6 Hour Options meeting_point: Ripley Light Yacht Club, Slip A-3 group_size: Max 12 Guests description: Now able to accommodate up to 12 guests, Lady Sadie is the ideal choice for any stylish celebration, including birthdays, bachelorette...

*The Break Room Charleston is the quintessential place to release anger in the healthiest, safest way!* ___________________________________ Rates **Smash Package** $59 *Priced as a package, not per individual | Ages 18 years or older | Ages...

duration: 2 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: Join us aboard the Charleston Princess for a...

duration: 1 hour 35 minutes group_size: max 18 description: Enjoy a relaxed, scenic private cruise with your group while sipping your favorite beverages and taking in gorgeous views. The experience is led by USCG-licensed captains who handle...

Discover the dark hidden stories of the Holy City while enjoying a flight of four signature cocktails at High Cotton. Duration 1.5 Hours Includes 1 Flight of 4 Signature Cocktails Per Ticket About Behind Charleston’s genteel charm and...

duration: 90 Minutes cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Aquarium Wharf, 360 Concord Street, Charleston, SC 29401 description: Experience the wonder of sailing Charleston Harbor on a...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 1407 Shrimp Boat Ln. Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 description: Reel Fish Finder proudly uses an Avenger Bay Boat, locally produced in Walterboro, SC. It boasts a stable fishing platform, complimented with standard...

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...

There’s nothing quite like wetting a line on a beautiful Lake or Stream! Duration 4 Hours About Tackle the best Fly Fishing Rivers in the Carolina's Fish hatchery supported, delayed harvest, or wild trout streams! Let us take you out to...

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...

Fly fish our private section of the Chauga River, SC. Call to Book! 864-572-8250 Duration 4 Hours About We have partnered with several private land owners to offer a solitary experience, and managed the...

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 lockable rod...

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...

A TYPE OF MORNING EVERYONE SHOULD EXPERIENCE!!! 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: 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...

Learn even more about Charleston! Duration 90 Minutes About This tour provides a wonderful overview of Charleston, and an opportunity to walk through the veil of time to get a deeper look at antebellum life in Charleston. Touring the Aiken...

See some of the most famous landmarks in the city! Duration 1.5 Hours About 80 Broad Street,, Charleston, SC 29401 During the summer it gets pretty hot on the streets of Charleston. So why not wait till the end of the day, as the sun is...

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...

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Duration: 1.5 to 2 Hours About: Join us on an insightfully historic tour tracing America's Revolutionary war history in Charleston and the nation's youngest American hero; 19 year old marquis de Lafayette, who steamed across the Atlantic to...

Close up views of Charleston’s iconic waterfront! Rates **Private Charter - Up to 6 Guests**: $350 Duration 2-2.5 hours About - All tours are private and customized and BYOB - Narration on local history and many photo opportunities ...

Join us tonight for our "Spectral Adventure" Charleston Ghost Tour! Duration 1.5 hours | 1 mile About Public Tour at 8:00 PM The Spectral Adventure Ghost Walking Tour will leave you haunted by some of Charleston’s most ghastly legends...

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 7 Hours October 1- April 30 8 Hours May 1- September 30 About All the fun, none of the hassle...

duration: 1 hour 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 collector – Suzanne Tucker. Christopher Roy, interior designer...

Charleston has some bizarre history that would fit nicely in a Believe It or Not museum!  Duration 2 Hours About Discover Charleston's weird history on this 2-hour walking tour.  For example, what did this portly president have to do...

duration: 1 to 3 hours meeting_point: Cycling Waters • 1870 Bowens Island Road, Charleston, SC, USA min_age: 12 group_size: Maximum 5 people description: Whether you have one hour or three, embark on a customizable water adventure with Cycling...

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 Scooters! __________ Rates - Three Day Rental - $600 ...

-2025 Season is Open! *PLEASE CALL FOR GROUP BOOKINGS OF MORE THAN 10. Other days and times may be available for groups of 6+. - This trip does require an approximately 15 minute scenic shuttle ride on private dirt roads across the property to...

duration: 1.5 Hours min_age: 21 description: The legendary **Kira Lee** is taking over Dessert with Death on select Saturday nights! This bewitching Queen is sure to make you scream all night long with spine-tingling tales of the morbid and...

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duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 8 Ashley Pointe Drive Charleston, SC at Ripley Light Marina min_age: 21 pricing: - **Adults (Ages 21+):** $55 description: 1 hour and 30 minutes of cruising in Downtown Charleston waters! With a USCG licensed...

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...

Our Charleston History tour explores over 350 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...

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 ~3.5 Hours Neighborhood Cannonborough/Elliotborough & Radcliffeborough About - Shop and explore the unique and charming Cannonborough neighborhood. Meet your tour guide at **The Veggie Bin** (96 Spring Street), our favorite...

duration: 1.5 Hours • An evening of morbid delights! min_age: 13 description: About Join us in our historic State Street headquarters for an evening of morbid delights! We’ve paired some of Charleston’s most chilling stories with local...

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: 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...

pricing: **Adult:** $13 **Child:** $9 description: Tour the inside one of Charleston’s most beautiful and historic homes. Located on The Battery, The Edmondston Alston house is the only house museum in Charleston that commands a magnificent view...

duration: 3 Hours min_age: 21 description: Neighborhood Historic French Quarter & City Market About Ages 21+ • Three drinks included! This 3-hour walking tour will take you through the history of Charleston's Pubs, Taverns, & Taprooms...

*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...

Spend a Day Living History! Duration 1.5 Hours Rates Student/Chaperone: $15 Student/Chaperone with House Tour: $23 About Students will learn about the American Revolution in the Lowcountry and the significant role Drayton Hall played as a...

Let's Adventure! Duration Time Varies Based on Specialty About What you can expect to learn: Equipment preparation and selection, problem solving, tender skills, responding to a call, search patterns, scene evaluation, environmental risks...

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 without the...

The finest drag queen dinner, brunch shows, and female celebrity impersonations in the world! Rates (Taxes and Fees Included) - **General Admission** - $41.05 - **VIP Admission Guaranteed VIP seating Expedited entry** - $70.38 - **General...

Explore the Grounds to the Fullest! Duration 1 Hour Rates Private Tours: $100 per person About This private one-of-a-kind experience invites your group to gather at twilight in the magnificent Lenhardt Garden at Drayton Hall, where you...