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Bowen Village 2003Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Welcome to your serene getaway in the heart of Bowen Village, Charleston, SC! This...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
412 Seascape by AvantStay | Oceanfront +...

Elevate your coastal living experience in this elegant two-bedroom oceanfront condo located within the heart of Wild Dunes. This exceptional residence, distinguished by its dual master bedrooms, offers a unique blend of sophistication and comfort...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Boutique Home & Resort Pool ‘The Cisco...
4.8
(6)

Summary:A short walk from King St., The Cisco' is a private historic property. Rare downtown amenities include the marvelous shared Spring Island Collection Pool. This unit offers a completely restored first-floor studio in a historic Charleston...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Adorable townhouse on James Island.\nSto...

Cute and super clean townhouse. Close to Folly and Downtown Charleston. Totally supplied kitchen and board games. New bed and local host happy to give you the inside scoop on surf, food, and beers. Come check us out!!!Important home notes. Please...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Luxury Rooftop Penthouse - King Street!

Summary:Welcome to your Charleston skyline haven, a luxe rooftop penthouse perched above King Street where style meets serenity. Ideal for couples or modest groups who want sophisticated living, city energy, and memorable vistas, all in one...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Beautiful home with a gorgeous saltwater...
4.9
(7)

Only 1 block from the beach! Telephone for short stays! This pretty 5 bedroom home was freshly refreshed. The home sits on a enormous lot and has a charming saltwater pool, fabulous screened-in back porch and breathtaking front porch. The roomy...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12

Charleston Tours & Activities

Summer Camp 2024

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

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$145.00 - $175.00

This summer, Drayton Hall welcomes elementary schoolers to join us for Summer Camp! Duration 5 Day Camp • 9am to 12pm Each Day About Drayton Hall welcomes young explorers and historians for Summer Camp 2024! Campers will examine...

ECO Tour | 52' Luxury Yacht

Charleston Charter and Yacht

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$1,190.00 - $3,570.00

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

Charleston in Comfort: A Luxury Small-Group City Tour

duration: 1.5 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: 375 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC...

8-Hour Ocean “Reef Fishing” Trip

Crosby Coastal Charters

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$1,200.00

duration: 8 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Cast Your Line: Experience the Thrill of Our 4-Hour Ocean Reef Fishing Adventure! Come and fish in the ocean for a huge surprise and a great variety of fish...

Tales of the Lowcountry

Wild Dunes Resort

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$16.00 - $20.00

This captivating collection of stories immerses readers of all ages in the rich history, haunted tales, and occasional humor from the Lowcountry of South Carolina. Explore the moonlit shores where whispered legends and lingering spirits await. From...

4-Hour Ocean “Reef Fishing” Trip

Crosby Coastal Charters

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$700.00

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Cast Your Line: Experience the Thrill of Our 4-Hour Ocean Reef Fishing Adventure! Come and fish in the ocean for a huge surprise and a great variety of fish...

Blackwater Swamp Kayak Tour

Charleston Kayak Company

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$74.00 - $89.00

-2025 Season is Open! *PLEASE CALL FOR GROUP BOOKINGS OF MORE THAN 10. Other days and times may be available for groups of 6+. - This trip does require an approximately 15 minute scenic shuttle ride on private dirt roads across the property to...

The Liberty Trail

Lowcountry History Strolls. LLC

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$155.00

About: If you change history, you change the future. The Liberty Trail traces the framers vision of liberty as we near SC250. This living history tour visits locations of all 4 signers of the Declaration of Independence from SC, those who drafted...

Paddleboard Social Events

Nature Adventures LLC

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$20.00

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...

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Walk It Charleston

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Sunrise Cruises

AmberJack Marine

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$500.00 - $750.00

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 tranquil...

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Charleston Culinary Tours

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$20.00 - $159.00

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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."

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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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