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Easy Walk to King Street! | Casa Fuego S...

Permit Number: 06933The Space: Welcome to Casa Fuego – Suite E, a comfortable second-floor condo designed for casual downtown stays. With 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and flexible sleeping space, this bright getaway is ideal for modest groups or...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Suite B1 at 697 King

Brand new listing! Freshly refreshed property located on King Street in the center of it all. This listing is for Suite B1 which has its own private roomy balcony equipped with outdoor furnishings. Appreciate your morning or evening drink...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Charming South of Broad Kitchen House

I find it necessary to reserve the right to ask for identification prior to reserving. I am now going from instant booking to a 24 hour period to ascertain that you can provide identification should that be necessary. I am aware that unlike Airbnb...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Charleston Charming Chic DI Loft Getaway

Just one mile from downtown Daniel Island, the stadium, impressive beaches, waterfront dining, downtown Charleston, and a variety of local eateries, you’ll find yourself at the center of everything—yet still savor the peaceful and privacy of a...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Oceanfront Villa in Wild Dunes w/2 Maste...

Construction Notice: Building 1 will be undergoing major renovations during 2025. This condo is located in Building 4 and will be impacted by noise. Please inquire for more details prior to booking. We are excited to see all of the outstanding...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Ready for the Beach & Sunset Views!\nPad...

Condo is located on the top floor (end unit) with marsh vistas and is only 1 mile from the Folly Beach Pier, shopping and eateries. There are bicycle lanes in both directions to Folly Beach from the condo. Across the street are kayak and paddleboard...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

Charleston Tours & Activities

VIP Ghost Package

Bulldog Tours

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$39.00 - $50.00

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: 18 Anson Street Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: • **Adult ages 13+**: $47 • **Child ages 4 -12**: $37 • **Wee Ones ages 3 and...

Seaside Sweets Workshop

Wild Dunes Resort

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$25.00

meeting_point: Sweetgrass Inn Pool description: Nothing is sweeter than this hour-long workshop where you let your imagination and sweet tooth run wild! You will learn to make simple spring treats that are as wonderful to look at as they are to eat...

Freshwater Ecology Tour

Beaufort Kayak Tours

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$35.00

*Your chance to paddle by soaring pines along a shaded freshwater estuary! * Rates **Adult (Ages 13+): ** $65 **Child (Ages 5-12): ** $35 Duration 2 hours and 30 minutes About Our New River Tour explores the blackwater estuary at high...

Kismet - Private Morning  Dolphin Charter

duration: 2 Hours (Call for 3 or 4 hour Charters, 4 hour trips receive 15% off) 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...

Play Like a Pro: Golf Lesson Bundle

description: Give the Gift of Golf Lessons Rates $300 for 4 lessons About This excellent gift for yourself or that special golfer you know and includes four lessons for the price of three. *Purchase is for voucher. Will need to contact pro...

Private Party Cruise

Tiki Tours of Charleston

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$1.00 - $60.00

duration: 2.5 and 2hr cancellation_summary: Full refund for cancellations made 30+ days in advance. in the event of dangerous weather conditions, the captain reserves the right to cancel the cruise up to 1 hour before departure. In that case...

“One more Bowl, and Then?” : Punch Drinking in Colonial and Revolutionary America

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: 328 East Bay Street description: From the beginning of European colonization of North America in the 16th/17th centuries, alcoholic beverages for daily consumption, celebration, and ceremony were commonplace across...

Womens Coastal Skills - Sea to Table

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$170.00

duration: January 31st | 12:30 to 6:00pm description: To all those wonder women out there who have been interested in coastal skills but never have had the time, or opportunity to learn, we have an upcoming workshop for you! On January 31st, we are...

Factory Tour

Kazoo Factory

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$11.50 - $14.50

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...

MORNINGTIDE SAIL

Direction Yacht Charters

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$550.00

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...

Full Moon Boat Tour | Folly Beach Location
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$55.00 - $700.00

description: The Full Moon rise can be extremely spectacular near Morris Island. Duration 2 hours About This tour heads to Morris Island in time for the sunset and then sticks around for the moon to rise over the ocean. Along the way, we...

60 Minute Private Group Surf Lesson
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$60.00 - $70.00

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 description: Learn to surf from experienced local instructors who will guide you through the basics of catching waves and...

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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