48 Elizabeth St., Charleston, SC 29401
The dependency buildings of the magnificent Aiken-Rhett House in Wraggsborough are the most intact of the urban villas. >>Read More
360 Concord St., Charleston, SC 29401
Showcases hundreds of military uniforms, artifacts and miniatures from all branches of the armed forces and all periods of history. Active military free. >>Read More
125 Bull St., Charleston, SC 29401
The site of the Avery Normal Institute (c. 1865), once one of the most prestigious African-American private schools in the country. >>Read More
1235 Long Pointe Road,
Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Tara, Scarlett O’hara’s childhood home was reportedly modeled after this plantation which is the closest to downtown Charleston. >>Read More
40 N. Market St., Charleston, SC 29401
Pre-Revolutionary Dungeon and haunted Old City Jail and graveyard tours. Call these guys for a ghost tour. >>Read More
654 St. Andrews Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407
The staff at this angler’s shop can tell you all you need to know about fishing or chartering fishing trips on the arrea. Drop by either location advice on chartering a boat or fishing in the area and they can set you up with whatever you need. >>Read More
194 East Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401
A wide variety of cooking classes and demonstrations by chefs and private instructors usually take place 1–3 times a day at this test kitchen. >>Read More
285 East Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401
A 90-minute history tour of Charleston Harbor aboard the 300-passenger yacht, Carolina Belle offers seating on an open deck as well as in an enclosed, temperature regulated area. >>Read More
34 Prioleau St, Charleston, SC 29401
We highly recommend a visit to this lovely public park on the waterfront where you can sit in the grass, on a quiet bench or on the porch-style swings on the pier and enjoy the breeze from the harbor and fresh ocean air. >>Read More
1500 Old Towne Rd, Charleston, SC 29407
This newly restored park is located on the spot on which the original settlers landed and lived (1670–1680). There is an extensive animal forest habitat and a full scale replica of a 17th-century trading vessel. >>Read More
25 Ann St, Charleston, SC 29403
Offers hands-on exhibits for children (aged 3 months to 12 years) and their families including an interactive shrimp boat. >>Read More
Isle of Palms, Folly Beach, and Shem Creek
This respected group of naturalists offer kayak and ferry tours that allow visitor’s to experience the area’s natural magnificence. Kayak tours are 3 or 6 hours and are given by highly knowledgeable guides. >>Read More
40 North Market St, Charleston, SC 29401
The History of South Carolina looked at through the area’s cuisine. Behind the scene visits with chefs, bakers, artisan food producers and chocalatiers. >>Read More
9 miles NW of Charleston on Highway 61 769-2600. Built between 1738 and 1742, this home is considered one of the the finest examples of Georgian Palladian architecture in America and is the oldest preserved (rather than restored) plantation house in the country; no electricity or plumbing has ever been added, the the the guides [...] >>Read More
21 East Battery, Charleston, SC 29401
Built in 1825, this is one of the first dwellings built on Charleston’s High Battery and affords visitors a glimpse of early 19th century elegance, style and comfort. >>Read More
462-2150. 15000 acres or Black water Cypress-Tupelo Forest about a 50-minute drive from downtown Charleston. This is one of the least impacted wetlands in the state and has remained a natural habitat for 10,000 years. 5 miles of trails and a natural guided canoe trip (additional charge) Tues.–Su 9 am–5pm. 18+ $7, 6–18 $3.50 website >>Read More
135 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401
Highlights of the permanent collection include the miniature portrait collection, a selection of Japanese woodblock prints, and southern and regional art, The Charleston Story. >>Read More
43 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Departs from the African American Art Gallery, explores the history and stories of black Charlestonians. >>Read More
87 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401
Built in 1772 for Thomas Heyward Jr. one of the sig ers of the Declaration of Independence. During George Washington’s 1791 visit, the house was rented for his use. >>Read More
6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
We recommend a visit to the area’s only winery. It is a great excuse to get out of town and see some beautiful rural areas; when you arrive, a treat awaits. >>Read More
58 George St, Charleston, SC 29401
A little museum whose exhibits tell the history of broadcasting, radio, tv, cinematography with some hands on exhibits. >>Read More
350 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403
Built between 1803 and 1807 as a summer home for the wealthy rice planter and his family, by 1920 this impressive Federal-style home had become a tenement house. >>Read More
3550 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29414
This plantation contains the oldest major garden in America and has one of the country’s largest collections of azaleas and camellias. >>Read More
14 miles NW of Charleston on Highway 61 556-6020. Perhaps the grandest of the plantations, this 18th-century rice plantation is comprised of America’s oldest landscaped gardens, house museum and plantation stable yards. Guests can also take an African American focus tour, a nature walk, a carriage tour or a horseback ride. Lowcountry fare is served [...] >>Read More
122 East Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401
Built in 1771 as the Customs House and Exchange, this is the last public building built by the British and is packed with historically significant highlights. >>Read More
830-0448. Native Charlestonian Peter Brown has been fishing these waters since childhood. An inshore and nearshore guide, he specializes in trout, flounder, red drum, jack cravelle, and tarpon. website >>Read More
Charleston Maritime Center, Charleston, SC 29413
Departing from the Charleston Maritime Center, this locally-owned company gives a variety of tours aboard its 45-ft., 49 person catamareran. >>Read More
100 Aquarium Wharf, Charleston, SC 29401
Views of the harbor plus moray eels, loggerhead turtles, sharks, river otters and more make this a great place for people of all ages to spend the afternoon. >>Read More
100 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401
Maintains a reserach library and archives in the historic Robert Mills Fireproof Building. >>Read More
departs from the Charleston Visitor Center 795-8199. Allen Hartley’s tours include views of the Battery, market, and hundreds of historic landmarks. Two-hour tours include a 35-minute guided tour of either the Nathaniel Russell House or the Edmondston-Alston House. call for hours. 12+ $17; under 12 $10. 2-hr tour: 12+ $26; under 12 $16. website >>Read More
280 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401
Located downtown, also offers beach cruiser bicycle rentals with free delivery to Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, Kiawah and Seabrook. Call ahead and they will drop them off. >>Read More
4872 Seewee Road, Awendaw, SC 29429
Nature lovers should not miss the Center for Birds of Prey. The education, research, and conservation center provides medical care for injured birds of prey on its 152-acre campus. >>Read More
360 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403
This charming city museum is America’s first museum. Permanent exhibits include plantation life, wildlife, natural history, and an interactive exhibit for kids. >>Read More
161 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29424
The Simons Center, College of Charleston, at George and St. Phillips St. Curator Mark Sloane’s shows always breathe a little fresh air into the Charleston art scene. >>Read More
853-TOUR (8687). If you are interested in a history tour we recommend this popular tour which gives a nice introduction to Charleston with a heavy historic emphasis. Be sure to bring your camera, and provides plenty of photo ops. Walks leave daily at 11am from the city market and finish at the battery. Reservations are [...] >>Read More