2026 Charleston Activities Guide

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: Duration 2 Hours About Join Nicole Marie Pettinelli with the Charleston Natural History Society as she leads a very special bird and nature walk on the grounds of Drayton Hall. Guests will enjoy walking the historic landscape of...

description: The truth will haunt you, come see for yourself! Duration 1.5 Hours About Hear stories of pirates, shadow people, and spirits that never rest. Experience fully researched, true tales of murder, haunted cemeteries, and poltergeist...

meeting_point: Tiki Tours of Charleston description: *The Most Fun Boat You've Ever Been On* Rates *Daytime Charter* **Base rate (Up to 20 people):** $500/hr - **21 - 25 people:** Additional $250 - **25 - 32 people:** Another additional...

duration: 3hrs group_size: 10 pricing: Pricing for up to 6 passengers: • Total: $600 (Includes boat booking and the captain fee) Pricing for 7 to 10 passengers: • Private Boat Booking: $800 • Independent Captain Fee: $200 (Paid directly to...

description: Duration 4 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...

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 walking tour of Charleston's historic district...

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

meeting_point: 757 Keowee Baptist Church Rd, Six Mile, SC 29682 description: *Jet Ski Rentals at Lake Keowee* ___________________________________ About **These 4 and 7-hour rentals begin and return to our Mile Creek Landing location.** * *2 hour...

duration: 2 cancellation_summary: 24 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC group_size: 12 pricing: $95 Per Ticket description: Discover the dark hidden stories of the Holy City while enjoying a flight of four signature cocktails at High Cotton. ...

description: We specialize in Bachelorette and Bachelor parties! Duration 2 to 3 hours About Come celebrate aboard our luxury tour boat, The Dolphin Queen. Swim, explore, or just hang out with your friends and have a blast! Please contact...

duration: 2 hours cancellation_summary: Rain or shine, tickets are non-refundable. min_age: 18 description: Join us on December 14th for a fun cookie decorating class with Little Bee Sugar Cookies. Perfect for baking enthusiasts or anyone looking...

description: 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...

description: Bringing that Folly Beach Personality to Downtown! Rates **Three Hour Private Cruise - Up to 12 People** - $1,200 *$75 each additional Person; Up to 20 total* About The Charleston Harbor is a magical and historic place filled...

duration: 2 hours cancellation_summary: 48 hours in advance for full refund. Inside of 48 hours, maximum 50% based on operator decision. group_size: Maximum 20 people accessibility: Stroller and wheelchair accessible pricing: Call or text us to...

description: All bookings and sales are processed as charitable offerings dedicated to the Gullah Geechee Church Ministry for the sole purpose of historical preservation and ecclesiastical sovereignty.

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...

duration: 90 minutes cancellation_summary: 10 day cancellation policy meeting_point: 97 Center St, Folly Beach SC, 29412 group_size: Maximum 6 people description: Step aboard for a serene evening dolphin cruise through Folly Beach and the beautiful...

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...

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: 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...

duration: 2 cancellation_summary: Cancellations within 24 hours will be refunded 50%. Customers who do not show up for their trip will not be issued a refund. meeting_point: Wappoo Cut Boat Ramp group_size: 6 description: End the day with a private...

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...

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

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...

duration: 1 hour 35 minutes meeting_point: Charleston Brew Boat 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...

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...

description: Rent Now, Show Up, Have Fun! Duration 1 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...

description: A Tour Like Never Ever Before Now. Rates Child - $39.95 Adult - $49.95 Duration 1 hour About The Actual Birth Place Where Black History Began. he Charleston Slave Auction Market Walking Tour, with Godfrey KHill Gullah Jack...

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...

duration: 2 Hours (Call for 3 or 4 hour Charters, 4 hour trips receive 15% off) 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...

meeting_point: 835 Savannah Hwy. Charleston, SC 29407 description: No experience needed! Our friendly artist will guide you step-by-step through the painting process and you will leave with a one-of-a-kind work of art! Your own masterpiece...

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...

description: Relax with your friends and family! Rates - Private Charter (includes up to 6 people): $300 ***$50 for each additional person (up to 10 total passengers)*** About Sunset Boat Tour Includes includes Some major waterfalls...

duration: 1h15m - 1h45m, avg. 90 min accessibility: Please notify your guide in advance of accessibility needs, mobility concerns, sensory considerations, service animals, or special accommodations whenever possible. description: Southern Spirits...

meeting_point: 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403 description: **Rates - $65** ----------------------------------------- **Duration - 2 Hours** ----------------------------------------- **About** Tricks, treats, and nonstop beats. This is a...

description: About One day rentals. Return same day before close.

meeting_point: Held at The Inn at Middleton Place, Charleston, SC description: A Luxury Yoga & Hiking Retreat in Charleston - Perfect to Recharge **March 26-30th, 2026 with 12 Spots Available** A Dream Retreat Awaits... Transform yourself...

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...

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...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 50 River Landing Drive group_size: 16 description: Step aboard the Island Cat and embark on a scenic sunset cruise around Charleston Harbor as you watch the sky transform into beautiful hues of pink, orange, and...

description: **Duration:** 7 days

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: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 328 East Bay Street description: Whiskey & History: A Tasting and Lecture on George Washington’s Distillery Step back in time and experience the spirited legacy of early American distilling with Whiskey ...

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...

duration: 3 Hours 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. The Tuesday night version of our...

description: It's been said that no other culture has contributed more to the heritage and history of the Lowcountry than that of West Africa. Join us to explore the influence and experience of African Americans in Charleston from the brutality of...

duration: 2 Hours • A hands-on exploration of Lowcountry classics meeting_point: 184 East Bay Street description: Embark on a unique hands-on cooking adventure in the heart of Charleston's historic French Quarter, as you join a seasoned...

meeting_point: Pick up at your hotel. description: About: As you enter through the grand oak allée to the home and gardens of a brick making plantation, learn how it built most of the city of Charleston! As we trace the history of Boonehall...

description: About Join Drayton Hall & Bulldog Tours for this one-of-a-kind combo tour experiencing the best Charleston has to offer. Purchase price includes a guided tour of Drayton Hall and a historic downtown walking tour, Charleston Strolls...

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...

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...

meeting_point: 11 Ashley Point Dr, Charleston, SC 29407

LET'S WANDER THE BACKROADS OF THE LOWCOUNTRY!! 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 meeting_point: 360 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403 min_age: 21 group_size: 12 maximum pricing: $108 per person 21+ description: Charleston’s Upper King Street is a vibrant blend of historic charm and modern nightlife—and...

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...

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...

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...

meeting_point: 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403 description: **Rates - $85** ----------------------------------------- **Duration - 2 Hours** ----------------------------------------- **About** Rise and Shine, it's Tiki Time! Come hop aboard...

*The Break Room Charleston is the quintessential place to release anger in the healthiest, safest way!* ___________________________________ Rates **Smash Package (1-3 People):** $99 *Priced as a package, not per individual | Ages 18 years or...

description: A long time favorite of local families and visitors alike, Drayton Hall throws the best annual oyster roast to celebrate the holiday season in Charleston! Duration 3 Hours About Join us for our Annual Deck the Hall Oyster Roast...

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duration: 2.5 and 2hr cancellation_summary: Full refund for cancellations made 30+ days in advance. in the event of dangerous weather conditions, the captain reserves the right to cancel the cruise up to 1 hour before departure. In that case...

description: **Looking for an idea for a unique party?** **We offer SCUBA parties! We bring you or your children an unforgettable underwater experience.** All SCUBA gear is included. Just need a bathing suit! Approximately 2 hours Fun SCUBA...

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...

description: The truth will haunt you, come see for yourself! Duration 1.5 Hours About Hear stories of pirates, shadow people, and spirits that never rest. Experience fully researched, true tales of murder, haunted cemeteries, and poltergeist...

duration: 1 hour 30 minutes meeting_point: Tour Charleston Headquarters at Buxton Books description: Professor Damon Fordham's 5-Star walking tour weaves together his talents as an historian, educator, published author, and story-teller. *Ages 6...

description: Experience the Folly Creek and the Low Country Wetlands! Duration 3 Hours About Get out on the water and explore for yourself! All rentals include paddles, coast guard approved PDF’s (lifejackets), a detailed map of the...

description: *Multi-day Tritoon Rentals* ___________________________________ About All multi-day tritoon rentals are available for pick up at your nearest landing. Or if you would like them delivered we can do so with a delivery fee. All...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC group_size: Max of 6 Passengers description: *Charleston Sailing Harbor Tours on Fate or Mystique* Add additional hours $275/hr Details - Up to 6 passengers - Private Charter, we don't add other...

duration: 1 HOUR and 45 MINUTES meeting_point: Ripley Light Marina 56 Ashley Point Drive Charleston SC 29407 group_size: Maximum 26 people pricing: Friday and Saturday: 1-9ppl $925.00 10-18ppl $1025.00 19-26ppl $1125.00 Sunday thru Thursday: 1-9ppl...

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...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: This approximately 2 hour walking tour winds its way through the streets of the French Quarter and ends in the area "South of Broad" Tour Times - 10am and 2pm Daily Tour...

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meeting_point: 1871 Bowens Island Road Charleston, SC description: Join our captain for 3 hour or 4 hour inshore fishing as we travel surrounding saltwater estuaries and tidal flats to experience fishing the Lowcountry. Red Drum (redfish/ spot...

duration: 5 Hours meeting_point: 206 S Main St Greenville, SC 29601 description: The Upstate countryside is full of great destinations and experiences. This tour will take you in the comfort of a spacious tour van on an 80-mile journey to many of...

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...

*Multi-day Tritoon Rentals* ___________________________________ About All multi-day tritoon 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 tritoons will be...

meeting_point: 112 N Market St. Charleston, SC 29401 description: No experience needed! Our friendly artist will guide you step-by-step through the painting process and you will leave with a one-of-a-kind work of art! Your own masterpiece! Benne's...