2026 Activities Guide

description: About 7 day rentals. Return in 7 days before close.

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...

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: About Experience the enchanting beauty of Charleston as the sun paints the sky with breathtaking hues of orange and pink. Our sunrise and sunset cruises offer a serene and romantic voyage, perfect for couples or those seeking a...

description: **Date of Event: Wednesday Dec. 10, 2025** We are excited to present a Christmas concert event for the third year that will have a Gullah Christmas theme. This event features special Gullah Christmas stories by a number of presenters...

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: 2408 Maybank HWY Johns Island. SC 29455 min_age: 13 group_size: Maximum 3 students description: For Powerboats up to 32' with no cabin. Enhanced skipper program for powerboats is our primary Driver's Education...

duration: 3 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. meeting_point: 100 Church St. group_size: Up to 23 guests description: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as you set sail on a Charleston Boat...

meeting_point: Folly Beach, SC description: We Specialize in Party Boat Tours! Duration 3 Hours About Jump aboard our 20 passenger high end tour boat, The Dolphin Queen, and settle into an easygoing, on-the-water party just south of Charleston...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Aquarium Wharf, 360 Concord Street, Charleston, SC 29401 description: Watch a gorgeous Charleston sunset while enjoying this...

duration: 1.5 Hours cancellation_summary: 24-hour cancellation required. Tours operate rain or shine; no refund will be given for inclement weather. Tour may be rescheduled. meeting_point: 80 Broad St. Charleston, SC 29401 min_age: 1 max_age...

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: 1871 Bowens Island Rd Charleston, SC pricing: **$125 per adult (13 and older)** **$75 per child (12 and under)** description: *A one of a kind adventure exploring Charleston's first oyster farm.* Charleston...

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...

duration: 4 - 8 Hours meeting_point: Quarterdeck Charters description: Enjoy an immersive fishing trip with all rods, bait & tackle provided. Our experienced fishing captain will assist with everything you need, from baiting hooks to filleting your...

description: *Enjoy Your Afternoon on Your 2 Hour Dolphin Watching/Eco Tour Charter!* ________________________________________________ Rates - **For 1 passenger:** $250 - **For 2 passengers:** $300 - **For 3 passengers:** $350 - **For 4...

duration: 90 Minutes meeting_point: Folly Beach min_age: 2 description: Join us as we cruise the waters of Charleston SC. We will see historic forts, homes, yachts, shrimp boats and ocean going ships as we keep our eyes peeled for some of our 300...

description: Let's Adventure! Duration 3 Hours About This course will refresh your freediving skills if you haven’t been in the water in some time but are already certified. A refresher class is not another certification, it is just going...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: 24 Hours meeting_point: 83 Center St Folly Beach SC 29439 min_age: 10 group_size: 2 - 15 description: This 2-hour introductory paddle on the Edge of America will get you into the basics of SUP, all in the calm...

meeting_point: Wild Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center description: Pickleball group organized for Justin Geisel and friends Time Friday - February 27th, 10-11:30 am @ Wild Dunes Pickleball Courts ...

description: **This tour is ideal for those just looking for a fun activity prior to hitting the town.** This “Hoppy” Hour tour focuses less on craft beer education and more on having fun, meeting new people, and experiencing two of...

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...

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...

duration: 1 Hour meeting_point: On the beach at 26th avenue, Isle of Palms. pricing: Group of 2: $70/pp Group of 3+: $60/pp * Additional lifeguard fee for 5 years old and under ($50) description: Learn to surf from experienced local instructors who...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 115 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29401 min_age: 4 pricing: • **Adult Fort Sumter Tour/Charleston Stroll Combo (Ages 12+)**: $70 • **Child Fort Sumter/Charleston Strolls Combo (Ages 4-11)**: $48 description: Join...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. group_size: Up to 23 guests description: Step aboard and let the harbor unfold its hidden magic. Glide past the Ravenel Bridge and The Battery. Enjoy...

duration: 75 Minutes meeting_point: 2 Murray Blvd, Charleston, SC 29401 description: Old Charleston History Expeditions offers an evening walking tour that delves into Charleston's notorious past of dueling and honor. Led by a Southern history...

description: **Duration:** 7 days

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. group_size: Up to 6 guests description: Departing right from Red’s Ice House on Shem Creek, this 2-hour small-group adventure (up to 6 guests) takes...

meeting_point: Charleston, SC (French Quarter) description: Duration 2 Hours About Come live the Local Life with Captain Bryan or Guide Adam Moore! This experience is for guests who enjoy sipping their way through a new city full of history...

duration: 1 hour cancellation_summary: 24 hour cancellation policy (see details below) meeting_point: Nature Adventures min_age: 18 pricing: Free to people with Own Board $20 for board rental from Nature Adventures description: Social...

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...

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: Limo, Boat, Science, and Culinary Tour packed into one! First, enjoy a stop for brunch at the famous Dodge’s Chicken to start the day with the juiciest, freshest, crispiest, and most FAMOUS lowcountry fried chicken and sides! Hop back...

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 24 hours Check in at 9am or 11am Return by 8:30am the next day. About All the fun...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: 24 Hours meeting_point: 83 Center St Folly Beach SC 29439 description: Rent your own private SUP for two hours! We've got everything you need to get out on the water, and all rentals come with a SUP, Paddle...

duration: 1-6 Hours pricing: **One Hour Charter:** $200 **Two Hour Charter:** $400 **Three Hour Charter:** $600 **Four Hour Charter:** $800 **Five Hour Charter:** $1000 **Six Hour Charter:** $1200 *Low country boil or hamburger/hotdogs are...

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...

meeting_point: Awendaw, SC description: These highly popular 4-hour programs allow for unfettered photography of nearly 15 species of birds of prey from around the world both in static perching shots and also in untethered free...

duration: 3.5 Hours description: Join South Carolina Aquarium and Barrier Island EcoTours on a waterway cleanup between Isle of Palms and Capers Island. We will depart from the Isle of Palms Marina and head up the intracoastal waterway to Capers...

meeting_point: 600 Freshfields Dr., Johns Island, SC 29455 description: For the Love of Art Studio has partnered with Blue Mercury to bring you paint parties! ___ Join us at Bluemercury, a premier luxury beauty retailer in Kiawah Island, known...

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: 8 hours cancellation_summary: Cancellation Policy: 50% deposit required. Cancel 7+ days for full refund; 6 days or less incur a 50% fee; within 48 hours or no-shows are non-refundable. Date changes within 7 days not guaranteed. Weather...

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...

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...

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description: Take the road less traveled, into the Lowcounty of Wadmalaw Island! Duration 5 Hours About It's the Wine tastin', tea sippin' and tree huggin' tour! We will visit Angel Oak Park and admire the 500 year old Oak Tree on John's...

meeting_point: 51 South Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401 description: It's A Ghost Story! Duration 1.5 Hours Included Admission to the Halsey Gallery of Contemporary Art at 161 Calhoun Street. Admission to the Philip Simmons House at 30-1/2...

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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...

description: Enjoy a day on the water on the Bennington - one of the world’s premier luxury pontoon boats Duration: Full Day (8 Hours (5hrs off season)) - 7 Day Rentals *Half Day available upon request* About: Enjoy a full day on your...

duration: 1 hour cancellation_summary: Cancellations must be made by 5 pm the day prior meeting_point: Non-members check in at the pro shop, members can head straight to the courts min_age: 16 description: Clinic Description For players rated 3.5...

description: What do you prefer? Charleston's historic art, architecture, colonial, revolutionary, antebellum, wars, plantations, reconstruction, prohibition and more come alive in these curated tours. This is an experience completely customized to...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. meeting_point: 100 Church St. group_size: Up to 23 guests description: Get ready to have some fun because you are about to board a Charleston Boat Tour...

description: Let's Adventure! Duration 1 Hour About This course will certify you to dive with EANx (Enriched Air Nitrox) up to a max 40% oxygen mix. This gives you more bottom time and shorter required surface intervals.

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: 1.5-2 hours meeting_point: Russ Point Landing description: Paddle through paradise on an unforgettable adventure where natural beauty and hidden treasures await. Launching from scenic Hunting Island, this guided tour takes you on the open...

duration: 24 hours cancellation_summary: 48 hrs meeting_point: Saint Johns Yacht Harbor group_size: 4 description: Provision the galley with your favorite food and beverages and stow your gear as we are going to set sail for the ocean and return to...

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: 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...

meeting_point: 2020 Egret Ln. Charleston, SC 29414 (*New Pick up Location!) description: Enjoy painting from the comfort of your own home! ___ Choose from 10 paintings available for Pick-Up & Paint Kits! Or a blank kit is also available...

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...

duration: 45 Minutes meeting_point: Sweetgrass Orthodontics - John Island Location description: At this initial appointment we will have a chance to get acquainted, acquire the necessary diagnostic information, and will determine if there is a need...

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...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. meeting_point: 100 Church St. group_size: Up to 23 guests description: Cruise Charleston's scenic waters from Shem Creek! Spot dolphins, soak in...

description: Tea lovers and history enthusiasts alike are invited to experience A Cup of History at Drayton Hall, a one-of-a-kind event that explores the intersection of fine Chinese teas and the fight for American independence. At the heart of...

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...

duration: 2 Hours description: Start the day off right with a mid-morning sail! Sit back and relax as you sail through the harbor and see Charleston from a unique point of view. All non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are complimentary. Dolphins may 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 7 Hours October 1- April 30 8 Hours May 1- September 30 About All the fun, none of the...

duration: 1.5 hours meeting_point: Buxton Books description: Liz Legare Butler is a tenth-generation Charlestonian, an award-winning author, a recipient of the 2020 Best of Charleston award, and has been a licensed tour guide since 2003. Her love of...

duration: 4 hours cancellation_summary: Non-refundable meeting_point: Charleston Visitor's Center, 375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC group_size: max 24 accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible pricing: Starting at * Adult - $70.00 * Child ...

meeting_point: Tiki Tours of Charleston description: *A Sunset Tour So Beautiful You Might Cry!* ___________________________________ Duration 2 hours Rates *Base Rate (Up to 20 People):* $1500 *Each Additional Person (Up to 32 People):...

duration: Entrance gates are open daily from 9am-3:30pm. Exit gate closes daily at 5pm. description: Enjoy the grounds and galleries of Drayton Hall. With this ticket, you will enjoy access to the Drayton Hall visitor center, galleries, grounds...

duration: 1-5 Hours pricing: **One Hour Charter:** $550 **Two Hour Charter:** $1100 **Three Hour Charter:** $1650 **Four Hour Charter:** $2200 **Five Hour Charter:** $2750 *Low country boil or hamburger/hotdogs are available for an additional...

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: Shem Creek Marina Boat Ramp description: Embark on a 3-hour Eco-tour through Charleston’s natural habitats, where you’ll encounter dolphins, sea birds, crabs, oysters, and more. This tour offers the chance to...

duration: 3 Hour Private Charter Test 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...

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

duration: 2 hours group_size: Private tour for up to 6 guests description: Set out from Folly Beach on a private, laid-back eco tour aboard the 21-foot Lady Liz to experience local coastal waterways and wildlife. Your captain will navigate...

description: Experience the Charleston Lowcountry by water and catch a beautiful sunset on the way in! Duration 3 hours About With seating for up to 6 passengers, you and your favorite people can hit the water like a local for the day...