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Only 2 Blocks to King! | The Blue Note

Permit Number: OP2025-06608The Space: Live like a local at Blue Note, our bright and welcoming two-story Charleston home designed for comfort, connection, and simple city living. Ideal for groups of up to eight, the home offers three bedrooms, three...

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Middleton Place

Enchanting gardens, interactive history, and breathtaking views abound at Middleton Place, one of the top-ranked attractions by Charleston newcomers and seasoned vacationers alike.

James Island Airstream- Between Downtown...

Our newly modernized vintage 1976 Airstream Land Yacht is a comfortable Glamper that has everything you'd need for a cozy stay. Located next to our creek, you'll see water fowl galore while sipping your morning coffee in our outdoor seating area...

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City Market

New Charleston visitors are often advised to start their regional tour with a visit to the historic City Market, a massive four block meeting place that sells homegrown goods and exquisitely crafted arts and crafts from all over the low country. A...

Manhattan Suite-Where Luxury and Locatio...

Location, Location, Location! One of Charleston's most amazing addresses. This striking unit is located in one of the most ideal locations in all of Charleston. Please watch the video(Unit A). We are located 100 yards from the freshly remodeled...

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H.L. Hunley

On February 17th 1864, the city of Charleston, deep in the throes of the Civil War, made history with a small 8 men crew that was stationed in a revolutionary new vessel in the Charleston Harbor. The H.L. Hunley was an experimental new addition to...

Extended Stay in Charleston! 5 Mi to His...

Near Business & Medical Centers | Simple Highway Access | Fenced Yard Headed to Charleston for a long-term visit? This vacation rental is ideal for making the most of your time in the Lowcountry! The 3-bed, 2-bath home has all the essentials needed...

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Full Day Rentals -  High Falls Park

Unlimited Outfitters

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$65.00 - $70.00

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...

50cc SCOOTER RENTAL

Scooter Stop

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$600.00 - $2,000.00

meeting_point: Savannah, Georgia description: SAVANNAH'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...

Private Shark Fishing Charter

Charleston Fish Rod Bending Company

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$600.00 - $2,000.00

description: Join us for some drag peeling action as we target Blacktip, Hammerhead, Lemon and Spinner sharks just minutes from our pickup locations. Duration 4 - 6 Hours **Price includes 2 people, $75 per additional guest* About Let’s...

Day Time Cruise • Tramuntana (Motorboat)

description: A Perfect Blend of Luxury & Relaxation Creating the Perfect Charleston Harbor Tours! Duration 2.5 Hours About Embark on a luxurious journey across Charleston’s beautiful waters with our signature daytime Charleston harbor...

Fishing Charters

Shoal Bandit Charter

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$650.00 - $1,000.00

duration: 4 to 8 hour options meeting_point: Wappoo Cut Boat Landing • Tranquil Drive Charleston, SC 29407 group_size: Up to 6 people description: Shoal Bandit Charters offers unforgettable inshore and nearshore fishing adventures along the...

Charleston Style VIP Tour

meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: **If there's a tour time you'd like and you do NOT see it on the calendar, please email [email protected] or call 470-715-3870 for more available times. We often offer tours that are not listed on this...

Daytime Dolphin Sail

Charleston Harbor Tours

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$20.00 - $50.00

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...

Full Day Fly Fishing (Public Waters)

Southern Outlaw Adventures

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$320.00 - $500.00

description: There’s nothing quite like wetting a line on a beautiful Lake or Stream! Duration 8 Hours About Tackle the best Fly Fishing Rivers in the Carolina's Fish hatchery supported, delayed harvest, or wild trout streams! Let us...

Pottery Wheel - Hourly Rental

Mayfair Art Studios

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$20.00 - $64.00

description: *Join our community of makers and creatives by renting time in our Ceramics Studio!* ___________________________________ Rates **Hourly Table Space Rental:** $20.00/hr ___________________________________ Duration Up To 4...

Student House Tour

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

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$10.00 - $29.00

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...

Gulf Stream Fishing

Four Sons Charters

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$1,950.00

description: The perfect trip for die-hard anglers! Duration 10 Hour About We will make a run to the deep blue gulfstream experience a full day of trolling and or running and gunning for Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Kingfish, or a Tail Walking...

Private Bus Tour

Pineapple Tour Group

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$400.00 - $975.00

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...

Charleston History Walk -- 120 minutes

Revolutionary Charleston

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$22.00 - $36.00

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...

Custom Tour Option

Holy City History Tours

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$350.00

meeting_point: Downtown Charleston description: This is a customized tour personally suited for you and your group. All details are worked out via email or phone.

Shark Fishing

Sip and Sea Charleston

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$1,050.00 - $1,400.00

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...

50cc SCOOTER RENTAL

Scooter Stop

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$300.00 - $2,000.00

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...

Location Tours

CHIEF GODFREY KHILL

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$39.95 - $3,000.00

description: In these exciting and interactive 1 hour tours we will have your tour guide meet you at a designated location where you will receive an insightful and in depth history of the entire surrounding area. Among the many benefits of these...

Sunset Cruise

Cornerstone Charter

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$300.00

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...

Full Moon Boat Excursions

Castaway Island Excursions

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$35.00 - $50.00

meeting_point: 2223 Folly Rd. description: 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...

Walled City Spirits Ghost Tour

Charleston Historic Tours

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$25.00

meeting_point: 200 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401 (Meet at right column with light post looking from East Bay Street at bottom of steps) description: This one of a kind ghost tour led by a lifelong local Gia is an in depth view on paranormal...

Dark Side of Charleston Tour

Seaside City Tours

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$38.00

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...

Factory Tour - Group Rates
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$7.00 - $9.00

Enjoy a tour before making your very own Kazoo! Duration 45-60 minutes About Discover the story behind the kazoo, a popular music instrument, during this factory and museum tour. Visit Kazoobie Kazoos, a family-run...

Private 6 Hour Lake Jocassee Boat Tour

Southern Outlaw Adventures

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$7.00 - $9.00

description: Relax with your friends and family! Rates - Private Charter (includes up to 6 people): $595 ***$50 for each additional person (up to 10 total passengers)*** About 6 Hour Lake Jocassee Boat Tour Includes includes all major...

MIDAFTERNOON SAIL

Direction Yacht Charters

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$550.00

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...

Moonlight Sail

Charleston Harbor Tours

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$60.00

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...

Sunset Sail • Llibertat (36ft Sailboat)
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$599.00 - $1,392.00

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...

Charleston History Walk by Eric Lager, Ph.D.

Charleston History Walk LLC

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$20.00 - $40.00

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...

Boneyard Beach Sunrise Adventure

Charleston Photography Tours

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$249.00 - $495.00

A SPECIAL ADVENTURE TO AN OTHERWORLDLY LOCATION!!! Options - **Semi-Private Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) - **Private Instruction Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional...

Half Day Rentals - South Cove

Unlimited Outfitters

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$55.00 - $60.00

description: Rent Now, Show Up, Have Fun! Duration 4 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...

Tea Garden and Winery Tour

Adventure Sightseeing

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$62.00

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...

Drunk History & Haunt Jaunt: Charleston Haunted History Pub Crawl

duration: 2h15m - 2h45m, avg. 2.5 hours group_size: 12 accessibility: Tours cover about 1 mile on uneven streets with frequent stops. Please contact us in advance to discuss any mobility needs—we’ll do our best to accommodate. Some arrangements...

One Day Kayak Rental

Castaway Island Excursions

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$65.00 - $80.00

description: Experience Folly On Your Own Time! Duration 24 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...

Half-Day Inshore Trip

Outlaw Fishing Charters LLC

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$400.00 - $500.00

duration: 4 hours min_age: 5 group_size: Up to 6 people description: Spend a relaxed 4-hour morning aboard a 24' center-console with Captain Dustin, targeting inshore species like speckled trout, redfish, sheepshead, black drum and flounder, plus...

Charleston Brewery Bus Tours

Original Pub and Brewery Tours of Charleston

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$85.00

description: “Local beer, local flavor, local fun!” ______ Rates **Adult (Ages 21+ With Valid ID):** $85 _____ Duration 3.5 Hours _____ About This is an exclusive Charleston brewery bus tour showcasing Charleston’s craft breweries...

Legends & Landmarks Walking Tour

The Unlit Lantern Tour Company

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$26.00 - $36.00

duration: 90 Minutes group_size: Maximum 20 Guests description: Experience Charleston beyond the guidebooks on an immersive storytelling walking tour through the heart of the historic French Quarter. Discover hidden alleyways, iconic landmarks...

Charleston Festival of Lights with Small Group Transportation

duration: 3.5 hours cancellation_summary: Cancelations made 24 hours or more before the starting time will be refunded. Cancelations made after 24 hours of the starting time will not be refunded. meeting_point: Charleston Visitor Center group_size...

Multi-Day Jet Ski Rentals -- Lake Jocassee / Devils Fork State Park
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$750.00 - $2,065.00

description: Multi-day Jet Ski Rentals About *All Multi Day Rentals are delivered in water to your dock. We inspect for adequate mooring and protection and go over how to tie the skis properly to avoid damage. Therefore, we will deliver the...

Light to Light Tour

Snap Picture Perfect Tours

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$50.00 - $79.00

description: Travel to the edge of Folly Island to the edge of Sullivan's Island, to get an up close and personal view of Charleston's beaches and iconic landmarks. Duration 4 hrs Itinerary - Morris Island Light (.25 mile walk to light on...

Beau's Charleston Adventure
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$5.00 - $25.00

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...

Ceramics Studio Rental

Mayfair Art Studios

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$55.00 - $495.00

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...

Historical Plantation Tours

Curated Charleston

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$175.00

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...

Hunt for Sharks Teeth

Island Boat Rentals and Charters

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$25.00 - $60.00

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: 50 River Landing Drive group_size: 18 description: Walk along Drum Island as you search for Sharks Teeth! Water provided. Bring hats, sunscreen, a small container for your shark teeth and snacks. what_is_included...

SC250 The Liberty Trail

Lowcountry History Strolls. LLC

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$25.00 - $85.00

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...

Foto & Flow

Charleston Sailboat Charters

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$275.00

meeting_point: The Harborage At Ashley River Marina description: Foto & Flow - A Journey With Franziiska Lewis Photography and Mental Heeling Calling all photographers! Join us on a 1-day Photography amd Sailing jounrey. Let YOUR portfolio stand...

Charleston Ghost Tour

Charleston Old Walled City Walking Tours

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$11.00 - $250.00

meeting_point: 108 Meeting Street 29401 description: 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...

Two Day Kayak Rental

Castaway Island Excursions

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$85.00 - $100.00

description: 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...

The Citadel

Like many of Charleston's institutions, The Citadel is an impressive nationally recognized landmark that both serves an instrumental community function, while boasting a long and fascinating history. This South Carolina military college, one of the...

Magnolia Plantation

The Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is easily one of the most spellbinding sites in the city of Charleston, with acres of wildly growing gardens that have captivated visitors for generations. A romantic and altogether enchanting destination located...

City Marina

The Charleston City Marina is often deemed the "Mega Marina," as it is easily one of the largest marinas in the southeastern United States. Conveniently located at mile marker 469.5 along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), and just a stone's throw...

Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim

The Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Synagogue, a famous icon just off of Market Street, has a fitting place among Charleston's long list of historical churches and buildings as the county's second oldest Synagogue, and the oldest Synagogue that remains in...

James Island County Park

The expansive James Island County Park has a unique distinction as being one of the most entertaining and diverse destination in the Lowcountry. Able to accommodate a world of interests, from camping and fishing to splashing around in a seasonal...

Hampton Park

Even cadets at the Citadel need to relax every once and a while, and there's no better place to escape the everyday drills than at neighboring Hampton Park. This historic park – one of the oldest in the city – boasts 60 acres of natural...

Marion Square

For Charleston locals and frequent visitors, Marion Square is much more than just a pretty block of green space in between Meeting Street and King Street. Like many of Charleston's attractions, beneath the surface lies a history of stories that date...

Dock Street Theater

Charleston, South Carolina is well-known as a city of "firsts," but one of the most remarkable first sites in this town is the toweringly impressive Dock Street Theatre. Located in the French Quarter of the Historic District, this well-renowned...

Hugenot Church

If it weren't for the telltale palmetto trees and notable landmark neighbors, like the historic Dock Street Theater, a visitor might mistake this church for an authentic French house of worship, tucked away in a European countryside of decades ago.

Charleston Museum

It's almost ironic that The Charleston Museum, which paints a complete portrait of Charleston's centuries of history, has a unique history all its own. Well known as "America's First Museum" and recently named one of the top five museums in...

White Point Garden

The White Point Garden public park certainly provides a scenic slice of Charleston life, with incredible views that span across the intersections of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers. Fort Sumter, Castle Pinckney, and the Sullivan Island Lighthouse can...

William Aiken House

Washington Square and Meeting Street visitors are encouraged to take a minute's stroll over to Elizabeth Street to admire the Governor William Aiken House, also known as the Aiken-Rhett House. The sprawling home is a treasure in Charleston, and...

Washington Square

Washington Square Park, with its seasonally blooming azaleas, trickles of Spanish moss hanging off of ancient live oaks, and quiet setting in the heart of the city, is a romantic, serene destination that brings the inherent laid-back charm of...

Middleton Place

Enchanting gardens, interactive history, and breathtaking views abound at Middleton Place, one of the top-ranked attractions by Charleston newcomers and seasoned vacationers alike.

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

The Old Exchange is one of the most visited historic sites in Charleston, both for its grand stature as one of the colonies' earliest statuesque public buildings, and its unique array of interior assets - including the famous Provost Dungeon in the...

South Carolina Aquarium Charleston

The South Carolina Aquarium may be one of Charleston's newest local attractions, but it is certainly making waves as one of its most exciting and entertaining venues in an already packed southern destination.

Fort Sumter

Fort Sumter, a historic site which can be viewed from virtually any point along the Charleston Harbor, is one of the most recognizable landmarks in this history-rich southern city. Easily one of the most famous forts of the Civil War, the Fort...

Brittlebank Park

Located at the edge of the Ashley River, next to the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. minor league baseball stadium, Brittlebank Park is a refreshing breath of fresh air that serves up some of the best water views in the region, while serving as an occasional...

Circular Congregational Church

History is embedded in Charleston's culture, and the Circular Congregational Church is a prime example of how this sometimes stormy and always fascinating history can be beautifully brought to life, and easily enjoyed by any strolling passerby. One...

Charleston Waterfront Park

Life in the Lowcountry is all about slowing down and taking a moment or two to relax, and locals and visitors both agree that Charleston's Waterfront Park is the perfect venue to stretch out and soak up the scene. With a prime location overlooking...

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row is a famous historical Charleston neighborhood that certainly lives up to its name. The collection of brightly-colored homes, which are stacked side by side, is arguably one of the most photographed sections of the city, and attracts...

Miles Brewton House

The Miles Brewton House may seem, at first glance, one of many impressively grand and antique southern mansions that line the downtown streets of Charleston, but this home is a favorite among any guided or self-led walking tour for both its story...

St. John the Baptist Church

The towering Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is one of Charleston's premier religious structures, and arguably one of its busiest. With daily mass, multiple Sunday masses, and a heavy schedule of calendar of events, this gothic chapel is likely to...

Joseph Manigault House

A treasure of a home that is managed by The Charleston Museum, the Joseph Manigault House is a prime example of Charleston's hardworking efforts to protect the relics of its lush, although often somber, past. The grand three story home is considered...

City Market

New Charleston visitors are often advised to start their regional tour with a visit to the historic City Market, a massive four block meeting place that sells homegrown goods and exquisitely crafted arts and crafts from all over the low country. A...

Johnson Hagood Stadium

On a sunny Fall Saturday afternoon, the Johnson Hagood Stadium may very be one of the most popular and exciting spots in the city of Charleston. Home to the Citadel Bulldogs, the official football team of the world-renowned Citadel, the stadium can...

Nathaniel Russell House

The Nathaniel Russell House Museum has a reputation that has garnered it both regional and national familiarity and significance, and which has earned it a place of honor as one of the most distinctive buildings in Charleston. Serving as the home...

Blue Life Charters stands out as your premier provider of private boat tours in Charleston, SC, blending family ownership with expert operation. We take immense pride in delivering a luxury yacht experience without the accompanying luxury price tag.

Art lovers will want to reserve an afternoon or two to explore the acclaimed Gibbes Museum of Art, a stunning addition to Charleston's historic district that is simply impressive both inside and out. Home to an ever-rotating and permanent collection...