2026 Charleston Activities Guide

duration: 2.5-3 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...

description: Hop aboard our 26-foot Carolina skiff for a 2 Hour Private Cruise featuring whatever your heart desires. Duration 2 or 3 Hours About You'll have the chance to select which type of tour your group would be most interested in...

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...

description: 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...

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...

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...

duration: 1.5 Hours • An evening of morbid delights! meeting_point: 184 East Bay Street 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...

duration: 3.5 hours meeting_point: Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 10 people description: Birds in the Bindery: A historically inspired marbling workshop. Join Drayton Hall and the Charleston...

description: 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...

meeting_point: Charleston, SC

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...

duration: 2.5–3 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 Schooner Pride for a...

meeting_point: Meeting at 116 Broad Street description: Duration: 1.5 hours About: Come take a stroll where history meets hospitality in its finest array and learn the stories behind the displays, as we take an intimate look at what makes Christmas...

description: *Join our community of makers and creatives by renting time in one of our 3D studios!* ___________________________________ Rates **Hourly Table Space Rental:** $8.00 ___________________________________ Duration Up To 12...

duration: 2. 5 Hours meeting_point: 1871 Bowens Island Road Charleston, SC pricing: **$52 per adult (13 and up)** **$32 per child 3-12 years old** **$10 per infant under 3** description: Morris Island *Join us for an epic adventure that is fun...

description: 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...

description: Save a life! Duration 1-2 days About The rescue certification course is designed to develop the knowledge and necessary skills for an individual to effectively perform diver rescues and assists, and administer necessary first...

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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...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: You will receive a full refund with 5 days notice , a 50% refund with 3 days notice, and no refund if you cancel within 72 hours of your charter. meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center group_size: Maximum 6...

description: 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...

description: About Toddlers and pre-schoolers are invited to join us at Drayton Hall for a fun program just for you: Family Fridays! Bring the little ones for story time followed by crafts or games, then take your time enjoying Drayton Hall’s...

description: Take it slow on our relaxing harbor cruise! Rates **Per Hour** $200 Duration 4 or 6 Hours About Experience the low country coast in the most special way with friends, family, or that favorite someone. Seeing Charleston, SC...

duration: 30 Minutes meeting_point: 8 Guignard St, Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: **Private Carriage**: $275 *Up to 4 seated guests & 2 lap children under the age of 2* **Wagonette**: $375 *5-8 passengers* **Option to Add-On a Restaurant...

description: Immerse yourself in history! Duration 2 Hours **Please note**: The 2:00 p.m. tour would not allow time for all three sites. Tickets can be purchased, and you may choose to either do the house tour or museum tour another day, as...

See the harbor like never before! Rates - **3 Hour Charter:** $2,400 - **4 Hour Charter:** $3,200 - **5 Hour Charter:** $4,000 - **6 Hour Charter:** $4,800 - **7 Hour Charter:** $5,600 - **8 Hour Charter:** $6,400 Duration 3-8 Hours ...

duration: 20 mins description: We provide the paint, canvas, and brushes and you provide the creativity! You get 20 minutes to craft your 8 x 10 masterpiece. We provide you a trash bag smock but it is recommended to wear clothes and shoes you don't...

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: Carolina Cabana Cruises - 56 Ashley Point Dr., Slip E4 group_size: Maximum 16 people pricing: Pricing: • Fri–Sat: $550/hr • Sun–Thurs: $470/hr There is an option to lock your spot in with a $250...

duration: 2 hr cancellation_summary: Full refund if cancelled a month prior meeting_point: 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston SC min_age: 2 max_age: 65 group_size: Max 20 People pricing: $1 / group description: BYOB - SWIM AND CRUISE FOR...

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...

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...

description: 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!

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...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Drayton Hall Education Center description: Get into the spirit of the season at Drayton Hall with a festive hands-on workshop led by Friday Flowers. Guests will discover the art of floral arranging as they learn...

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...

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

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...

description: The Morris Island Drop Off lets you explore Morris Island independently with the freedom to spend as much time as available searching the beach. Guests choose to be dropped off at either Cummings Point or the lighthouse end of the...

description: Experience Folly on Your own Time! Duration 7 Days 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...

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...

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: Folly Public Boat Launch, 97 Center St, Charleston SC 29412 group_size: Up to 6 passengers description: Two hour day sails are a great way to get on the water. The time "off boat" at sandbars or islands is more...

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 1871 Bowens Island Road pricing: Adults (13+) $47 Children (2-12 y/o) $32 Infants (Under 2) $10 description: We are excited to be offering an OBX Tour, centered around the filming location and sights from the...

duration: 2.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: 18 Anson Street Charleston, SC 29401 min_age: 21 pricing: Adults 21+: $108 per person description: Charleston’s flare for...

description: Experience Folly on Your Own Time! Duration 120 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...

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...

description: Joining historical facts of the Holy City with biblical truths of the Holy Bible!* _______________________________ Duration 1 hour ______________________ Meeting location Tour departs from the Charleston Visitors center 375...

description: 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...

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: 5.5 hours meeting_point: Charleston Visitors Center at the Bus Shed group_size: Maximum 12 people description: The Middleton Place tour is an all-inclusive experience at one of Charleston’s most beloved historic sites. Travel in a...

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) ...

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: Our Charleston History tour explores over 356 years of our city’s past. This tour covers it all! History, Architecture, history of the enslaved and the Gullah culture, war, stories of people, places and more! As we walk, one of our...

meeting_point: 116 Broad Street description: Duration: 1.5 to 2 Hours About: Join us on an insightfully historic tour tracing America's Revolutionary war history in the south and the nation's youngest American hero; 19 year old marquis de...

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...

WINDOWS, DOORWAYS, COBBLESTONE STREETS, AND HIDDEN ALLEYS!!! About The historic district of Charleston is one of the most beautiful parts of the Lowcountry. Together with our professional photographer guide, you'll discover some of our...

description: *Journey 25 miles from land!* ___________________________________ Rates **Private Charter** *(ages 5+)* - $1200 *The price includes the first 4 people. ___________________________________ Duration 8...

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: 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 ...

description: 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.

meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: Rates **Adult (Ages 21+ With Valid ID):** $42 _____ Duration 2.5 Hours _____ About Whether the ladies enjoy a high-end cocktail or a pint of local ale, the Original Bachelorette Pub Crawl will...

duration: 1.5h meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: On this trip, we will cruise through the tidal creeks that run behind Folly Beach and head towards the Morris Island Lighthouse. what_is_included: - Dolphin watching from a distance, with...

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 7 days Check in at 9am or 11am Return by 8:30am the next day. About All the fun, none...

duration: 1 Hour meeting_point: 8 Guignard St, Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: **Adults**: $50 **Children**: $40 description: Palmetto Carriage Works is the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston and has developed the greatest carriage experience...

duration: 3 Hours description: Skip the crowds and experience the airshow from the water with a private charter built just for you. Cruise to the best viewing spots, relax on deck, and enjoy unobstructed views of the action!

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...

duration: 2 Hours description: 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...

*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 **directly to...

meeting_point: Tommy Condon's Irish Pub 160 Church Street description: French Huguenots were among the wealthiest, most famous, and most successful families in Charleston's history. Join us for a unique stroll through the city's oldest neighborhood...

description: Enjoy Charleston on a captained Hinckley Picnic Boat! Duration from 2 hours About Hinckley EP Picnic Boat handcrafted in Southwest Harbor, Maine. We will customize your trip to ensure that you enjoy your day on the water as...

meeting_point: Tiki Tours of Charleston description: *The Most Fun Boat You've Ever Been On* BYOB and food! Perfect time for an Oyster Roast or catering to the boat! We provide Waters, Ice, Coolers, Sound System and Bathroom on board! ...

SUNSET, BLUE HOUR & EVENING SHOTS IN CHARLESTON!!! 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 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...

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...

duration: 2 Hours description: Get ready for some fun on the water with Captain John. With his friendly, laid-back personality and expert sailing skills, you will embark on the harbor waters and discover Charleston from a different point of view...

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

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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...

description: Rent Now, Show Up, Have Fun! Duration 1 hour About South Cove Park is a 48 acre park nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and located on the clear waters of 18,500 acre Lake Keowee. Camping is located on a 15...

description: *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: A fun day of fishing! Duration 6 Hours About A 15 mile run to the near shore reef and your party will experience the excitement and anticipation of pulling up any number of different species such as King Mackerel, Spanish...