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Quiet house by beautiful park, steps fro...

Stunning, light-filled home in historic downtown Charleston! Located in the trendy Wagener Terrace neighborhood, steps from elegant Hampton Park and a fast bicycle ride (or 30 min walk) from King Street, the heart of Charleston, with its eateries...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Expansive Oceanfront Palm Blvd. 5Bd w/ P...

For those looking to experience a true oceanfront beach vacation on the Isle of Palms, this handsome 5 bedroom home located along beautiful Palm Boulevard is the ideal spot for your next beachfront island hideaway! This home offers beautiful ocean...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Charming 4-bedroom home, 10 Minutes to D...

Totally refreshed in 2025 -- Stay comfortably in Charleston at this 4-bedroom home. Each bedroom features a king bed, ensuring a pleasant nighttime's sleep for all guests. With amenities like a washing machine, WiFi, and AC, your stay will be both...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Charming 2 Bed/2Bath Newly Renovated-Loc...

A unique early 1900's property that underwent a complete remodel in 2023 with sleek style and relaxation in mind while keeping its original Charleston appeal intact. Centrally located

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Downtown 195 East Bay Street: Heart of D...

1/14/26 New Painting, New Streaming TV's, New sleeper couch…..Welcome. LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION...Located in the heart of Charleston, the Lodge Alley Inn is the place to be. Located in the French Quarter on East Bay Street, everything is within...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
4 bdr +5 baths | 5 Mins walk 2 King St| ...

Summary:Step into a piece of Charleston history in this handsomely preserved 1880 home, just a 5-min. walk from vibrant King Street. With 4 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, and an open floor plan, the home offers plenty of space for both privacy and...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Charleston Tours & Activities

Dolphin Tour

Little Darlin Fishing Charters LLC

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$350.00

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 2408 Maybank Highway, Johns Island SC, 29455 group_size: Up to 6 People description: Take a tour of the Charleston harbor either during the day or at sunset. Get a chance to see the city from a different vantage...

Dolphin Queen Bachelor/Bachelorette 2-3 Hour Party Boat | Charleston Location

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...

Historical Walking Tour

Seaside City Tours

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$25.00 - $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 walking tour of Charleston's historic district...

Susu Jewelry Pendant & Chain Class
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$69.00 - $89.00

meeting_point: The Gallery at Sweetgrass description: The Gallery at Sweetgrass welcomes back Susan Tate for a Spring Jewelry Trunk Show, April 14-16. Susan will be hosting two Jewelry classes. Bring your creativity, your eye for color, and create...

Paddleboard Rental

Castaway Island Excursions

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$35.00 - $185.00

description: Experience the Folly River and the Low Country Wetlands! Duration 2 Hour - 7 Day Rentals About Everyone loves exploring our local creeks by SUP! But keep in mind: Charleston can be pretty windy in some months which makes paddle...

24 Hour Kayak Rental

Charleston SUP Safaris

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$40.00 - $70.00

description: Grab your kayaks here! Duration 4 Hours About - Rent your own Single sit on top, required for beginners, or a Single sit in kayak perfect for experienced paddlers. Team up and go on a Tandem sit in top kayak with your partner...

Half Day Offshore Grocery Store

Simon Says Charters

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$1,200.00

description: Duration 6 Hours About Want to fill the cooler and your freezer? Common catches include amberjack, vermilion snapper, cobia, king mackerel, black sea bass, triggerfish, and many more! Up to 5 people. Fuel surcharge is approximately...

Old City Jail Paranormal Investigation
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$75.00 - $100.00

Rates >• **Person ages 18+**: $100 ______ Duration >**2 hour tour** ___ Details Up for some ghost hunting? Join us for a Paranormal Investigation Tour of the Old City Jail. We’ll measure cold spots with our infrared thermometer. We’ll...

New Years Eve Duney Drop Family Event
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$19.43 - $87.50

meeting_point: Palms Ballroom- Sweetgrass Pavillion description: **Time:** 8:00 PM - 12:30 AM **Location:** Palms Ballroom - Sweetgrass Pavillion Price **Adult** (21 and Up) - $70 **Young Adult** (ages 13-20) - $25 **Child** (ages 3-12) ...

Half Day Pontoon Rental

Parrish and Sons, LLC

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$400.00

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: Lake Bowen Boat Ramp - 8515 SC-9, Inman, SC 29349 description: ADVENTURE AWAITS! We'll greet you at Lake Bowen, where our team will launch your 24-foot pontoon boat and provide a comprehensive safety and operation...

Curator Led Walking Tours

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

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$40.00 - $75.00

Duration 1.5 Hours

Southern Charm -  Private Morning

Charleston Yacht Charters

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$99.83 - $700.00

duration: 3 Hour Private Charter 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...

Charleston, SC

Charleston is a historic port city on the South Carolina coast, known for its cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and vibrant culinary scene.

Founded in 1670, Charleston offers a rich blend of Southern charm and coastal beauty. Visitors can explore the city's well-preserved historic district, take a carriage ride past colorful homes, or tour landmarks like Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. The city also boasts a thriving food scene, waterfront parks, art galleries, and easy access to nearby barrier islands like Sullivan's Island, Folly Beach, and Isle of Palms.

Charleston offers a wide range of lodging, including historic inns, boutique hotels, and vacation rental homes in both the city and on surrounding beaches. Whether you're dining on Lowcountry cuisine, relaxing on the sand, or walking beneath the oaks at a plantation garden, Charleston combines history, hospitality, and coastal charm to create a uniquely Southern vacation experience.

South Carolina's oldest city is arguably also one of its most charming, inviting, and altogether purely fun. A collection of historic structures that pre-date the birth of America, opulent gardens and mansions open to the public, and some of the best shopping, dining, and lodging options in the southeast, it's easy to see why this ancient southern town is one of the most popular tourism destinations in the state.

Charleston SC

In return, Charleston welcomes visitors with arms wide open. The term "southern hospitality" was seemingly designed for this area, as the city has earned the reputation of being one of the most hospitable destinations in the country - a reputation that was cemented by recent accolades in Travel + Leisure magazine, naming it "America's Most Friendly [City],"and Southern Living magazine, which honored Charleston as "the most polite and hospitable city in America."

Charleston SC

Certainly, visitors are welcome to come and experience the city for its friendly nature, slightly-coastal vibe, and blocks upon blocks of world renowned restaurants and boutiques, but the big attraction in this city is the abundant history that can be found, quite literally, around every street corner. Hundreds of buildings in the historic downtown and Lowcountry outskirts have been deemed a national historical landmark, and with quiet streets that are flanked with towering Palmettos - (the city and the state's signature tree) - and centuries-old live oaks, an impromptu stroll can easily turn into a detailed tour of some of the East Coast's most historic, and altogether beautiful, famed national and regional sites.

Charleston SC

In Charleston, a rich history, phenomenal collection of architecture, and a unique southern style all combine to make this major city one of the premier tourist destinations in the south. Easily enjoyed by visitors of all interests and from all regions, Charleston should rank at the top on any travelers list of beautiful places to see in the southern United States.

Charleston SC

The city of Charleston began in 1670, as the English Colony of "Charles Town," named after and founded by King Charles II of Great Britain. The colony was an end result of English expeditions to this region of the New World that began in 1663, and cumulated in 1670 with the establishment of a new settlement.

Charleston SC

As the southernmost colony in the country at the time, this newly established community was subject to a number of potential attacks. Spain, France, and the suddenly displaced Native Americans were all threats to Charles Town, and forts and arsenals, (some of which are still standing), were quickly constructed to protect the small new population.

Charleston SC

However, despite this veritable range of threats from the get go, the new settlement was quickly and perpetually a resounding success. The site of Charleston or "Charles Town," bordering the Ashley and Cooper Rivers and located just several miles away from the barrier islands along the Atlantic Ocean, made it a prime locale for a shipping industry to thrive. In addition, the humid Lowcountry terrain that surrounded the area proved to be very fruitful for agricultural ventures, and within a few decades of its initial establishment, Charleston was churning out tons of Indigo and rice to export to ports all over the world. In fact, by the mid-18th century, it's estimated that nearly half the nation's rice was grown and shipped from the now major city of Charleston.

Charleston SC

During its early establishment and expansion, the city also became well known for its diverse group of residents - a distinction which would lead to some of the oldest churches, chapels and synagogues in the country. In Charleston, French Huguenots, Jews, Catholics, and other denominations could all escape religious persecution and live in peace, and as a result, a number of some of the oldest structures and congregations related to each religion in America can be found within the historic downtown city blocks.

Charleston SC

Of course, despite this relative prosperity and religious freedom, Charleston was not without its flaws. Slavery was at the backbone of this thriving industry, and the city had some of the largest plantations in the states, (with some of the highest numbers of slaves per property.) The majority of current sites and attractions like the Rice Museum or the Magnolia Plantation have special exhibits on this dark but clearly accurate chapter of Charleston's history, and a number of testaments to this forced lifestyle - like some of the oldest slave cabins in the south - can still be found in and around the city.

Charleston SC

Also, while Charleston was a hero during the American Revolution, and a wealthy and beautiful landmark during the antebellum period, it would became a shamed and occupied city during the Civil War, with Union troops marching in and overtaking the Southern stronghold in its entirety in 1865. A great fire and massive hurricanes would follow, destroying a number of the original landmarks, but thankfully not all of them, and today visitors can stroll through the small streets and find literally dozens of buildings that pre-date this tumultuous period.

Charleston SC

Today, Charleston is a friendly and diverse town that is chock-full of restaurants, antiques, historical attractions, golf courses, art galleries, farmer's markets, expansive gardens, and virtually anything a traveler would need to stay entertained.

Charleston SC

The dining scene alone in the city is staggering, with over 700 restaurants in the city and surrounding regions to explore. Ranging from French bistros to easy-going BBQ joints and delis, virtually every palette and appetite can be accommodated in this southern city. Fresh seafood is almost always on the menu, as the water-locked region, that's close to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, is well-known for having some of the freshest SC shrimp, crabs, and fish available.

Charleston SC

Boutiques, galleries, and shopping centers are always in season, as are the wide range of golf courses that inspire visitors to play at their best among some of the most gorgeous landscapes along the coastline. History buffs will want to look into the large number of tours available via a number of mediums, like narrated bus rides or romantic horse and buggy strolls through the historic downtown, and everyone will enjoy the fantastic seasonal celebrations that have become a hallmark of the city, like the yearly Seafood Festival or Charleston's own Oktoberfest.

Charleston SC

For accommodations, the city has a sprawling range of nationally-recognized chain hotels, however, most folks find the best places to stay are the intimate inns, bed and breakfasts, and individually rented condos or homes that can be found scattered throughout the downtown area. Appropriately priced, luxurious, and close to all the action, visiting groups of all sizes - from couples to large families - can easily find plenty of inviting room in this southern city during any time of year.

Charleston SC

Perhaps best of all, there is no "off-season" in Charleston - the city is always wide open and accommodating for guests throughout the year, with a warm climate that will shake off the winter blues or infuse a summer vacation with an added dose of fun and southern style.

Charleston SC

Easily one of the most historically grand cities in the south, Charleston is a stunning destination that is sure to leave visitors smiling. Warm, hospitable, history-rich, and simply beautiful, this southern city is always worthy of exploration, and is always ready to wow newcomers with its deep-seated legacy, incredible modern amenities, and world renowned southern hospitality and downhome charm.

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