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Boutique Home & Resort Pool ‘Tuckertow...

Summary:A short walk from King St. 'The Tuckertown' is a cavernous private historic property. Rare downtown amenities include the marvelous shared Spring Island Collection Pool. The property offers an open kitchen & living area, opening directly to...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Charleston Charm - King Street 6 Bedroom...

Summary:Welcome to Charleston Charm, a sizable 6-bedroom home constructed for families, groups, or multi-family gatherings who want space, comfort, and access. Located a short walk from King Street, this home blends old Charleston spirit with modern...

  • Charleston
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
The Magnolia Suite at 265 Rutledge

Please note that access requires climbing stairs and is handicap inaccessible.Welcome to 265 Rutledge, a striking Victorian home, located in the heart of downtown Charleston, the ideal place for nurses, doctors, digital nomads, and other traveling...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Hotel Richemont Brickell Suite 202

Charming 2-Bedroom Retreat in the Heart of CharlestonWelcome to your ideal Charleston hideaway! This charmingly appointed 2-bedroom home offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, and Southern appeal—just mins. from the city's historic district...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Enviable Location Blending Charm and Com...

One of four residences in this 1870s-era historic remodeled property, the 2,700-square-foot "Sail Loft" residence features unique architectural details like cathedral ceilings and exposed beams, on-site exclusive parking, 3 bedrooms, 2 full...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
European Influences in the Heart of Char...

Summary:Ideal for a huge family! Just three blocks away from upper King Street, the epicenter of the city's acclaimed restaurant and nightlife district. Our fabulous city offers galleries, museums, elegant churches, great shopping, and the beach is...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Charleston Tours & Activities

Walking tour-Charleston through the eyes of the women who lived it!

Let's Enjoy! Duration 2 hours About Enjoy and learn about Charleston's history through the eyes of the women who lived it! We will be touring in the very historic streets from the 1700's and beyond. More Information **Up to 10 People Per...

Private Sunset Wine Tasting Cruise

Chocolate Milk Charters

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$875.00

3-hour Wine Tasting Sunset Cruise Pricing: $875 + taxes and fees Up to 6 passengers (all passengers must be over 21) About this cruise...... In the 1st hour of your cruise indulge in a unique and unforgettable experience as you sample 6 bottles of...

Whiskey in America – Archaeology Lecture and Tasting Event
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$65.00 - $75.00

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 328 East Bay Street description: WHISKEY IN AMERICA: ARCHAEOLOGY LECTURE AND TASTING EVENT WITH DRAYTON HALL'S DIRECTOR OF ARCHAEOLOGY Whiskey & History: A Tasting and Lecture on George Washington’s...

Gift Card

Walk It Charleston

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Group Surf Lesson

Charleston Surf Co

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$85.00

Our Best Experience! Available for groups of 6 or more people. Bring the family, company, bachelor, or bachelorette out and enjoy our group lessons!

Combo: Bus Tour and Self Paced Tour of The Aiken Rhett House

Learn even more about Charleston! Duration 90 Minutes About This tour provides a wonderful overview of Charleston, and an opportunity to walk through the veil of time to get a deeper look at antebellum life in Charleston. Touring the Aiken...

Dolphin Cruise

Folly Eco Tours LLC

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$200.00

One of the best ways to spend a day in Folly Beach! Duration 1.5 Hours About There are few things more beautiful than a cruise over the rivers, creeks, and marshes of Folly Beach. Get your private front row seat for the Dolphin Cruise with...

Catered Sunset Cruise • Tramuntana (Motorboar)

Experience a Luxurious Charleston Sunset Cruise with Blue Life Charters! Duration 2.5 Hours About Embark on an enchanting journey with Blue Life Charters and immerse yourself in the luxurious comfort of our BYOB Charleston Sunset Cruise. This...

Walking Eco Tour Shem Creek

Nature Adventures LLC

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$25.00

Combo: Bus Tour , Aiken Rhett House Tour, and The Charleston Museum

Immerse yourself in history! Duration 2 Hours **Please note**: The 2:00 p.m. tour would not allow time for all three sites. Tickets can be purchased, and you may choose to either do the house tour or museum tour another day, as those tickets...

Afternoon Harbor Cruise

Seaglass Charters LLC

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$700.00 - $800.00

Come enjoy a couple of hours on the water with us! Duration 2 Hours About This two hour cruise in the harbor will take you to The Battery, The Ravenel Bridge, and out to Ft. Sumpter. A great way to see Charleston from a completely different...

Morning Sail

Charleston Sailing Charters

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$550.00 - $599.00

duration: 2 Hours 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 groups. - Captain and Mate...

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.

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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."

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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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