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Marsh house with kyaks and outdoor showe...

Marsh home near folly beach. Dock and sundeck with screened in porch with bed swing. Wonderful vistas and bird watching. Take a swim or savor your hand at crabbing. Elevator to help with groceries or suitcases.

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Restored, Unique 3bd Victorian Gem, Step...

Summary:Discover The Parlour House, a stunningly restored 3-bed, 3-bath historic home in Downtown Charleston, just one block from King Street. This unique Victorian storefront blends modern luxury with classic appeal, comfortably accommodating up to...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Stay @ Ocean Oasis on Isle of Palms

Ocean OasisLocation: Summer House, Wild Dunes, Isle of Palms, South CarolinaOverview:Welcome to Ocean Oasis, a freshly modernized 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom villa located within the gated Wild Dunes community on the Isle of Palms. Ideal for a family or...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Oceanfront Villa in Wild Dunes Hot Tub &...

Construction Notice: This property will be undergoing major renovations during 2025. We are excited to see all of the magnificent exterior updates that will be made.​​​​​​​Plan the ultimate escape at this impressive and very cavernous...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Boutique Home & Resort Pool ‘The Coveâ...

Summary:A short walk from King St. 'The Cove' is a private historic property. Rare downtown amenities include the marvelous shared Spring Island Collection Pool. The property offers an open kitchen & living area, separate bedroom suite, along with a...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
The Lodge Alley Innâ„¢ - Studio (2F)
4.5
(2)

This is a full-service resort. Your check-in procedures will model that of a hotel and your room number will be assigned during check in.SEE FOR YOURSELF!There is more to discover and discover here at The Lodge Alley Inn found in the heart of old...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

Charleston Tours & Activities

Charleston Walking & Storytelling Tour

Holy City History Tours

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$35.00 - $280.00

Perfect for first-time visitors to Charleston! About The Charleston Walking & Storytelling Tour is an exploration of Charleston that highlights the women and men who helped found Charleston and the United States. Did you know, without the...

Nearshore/Offshore

Tight Line Charters LLC

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$1,800.00 - $2,200.00

duration: 6-8 Hour Options meeting_point: Shem Creek Park group_size: Up to 2 people covered in base price, can accommodate 6 people max description: Nearshore fishing charters off the Charleston coast are designed for both seasoned anglers and...

Owls by Moonlight with the Center for Birds of Prey

This program takes place in our Countess Paolozzi Owl Wood where you will be surrounded by a variety of owl species from around the world. Enjoy flight demonstrations under the light of the moon and experience their silent flight as they soar just...

2025 Mclaren Artura

Holy City Exotics

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$1,000.00 - $6,300.00

duration: 1 - 7 Days meeting_point: 3555 Meeting Street rd, North Charleston 29403 description: what_is_included:

Greenville on the Go: A 1 Hour Rydable Adventure

duration: 1 Hour meeting_point: 233 North Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601 min_age: 2 description: Experience the vibrant charm of Greenville, South Carolina, in the most delightful way—on a Rydable! These unique scooters, shaped like stuffed...

Guided Kayak Sunrise Tour

Edisto Watersports and Tackle

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$50.00 - $100.00

description: Sunrise Tour to Scott Creek - One and half-hour guided tour leaving early morning and paddling to Scott Creek to enjoy an early morning sunrise on the water - Beginners welcome on this trip - $50 per adult/$25 age 10 and under

Breakfast with Santa | December 16th
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$27.75 - $62.44

meeting_point: Osprey Ballroom - Sweetgrass Inn description: Santa is coming to Wild Dunes Resort to enjoy a delicious breakfast with your little ones! Featuring Rudolph's pancake buffet with loads of sweet-tooth toppings and hot chocolate, it'll...

Morris Island Dolphin & Shelling Tour
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$20.00 - $65.00

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: 83 Center St Folly Beach, SC 29439 description: Step off Folly Beach and into a quieter, wilder stretch of the South Carolina coast on our Morris Island Shelling Boat Tour. This trip is timed close to low tide...

Bareboat Sail • Llibertat (36ft Sailboat)
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$420.00 - $740.00

A Perfect Blend of Luxury & Relaxation Creating the Perfect Charleston Harbor Tours! Duration 2.5 Hours About Embark on a luxurious journey across Charleston’s beautiful waters with our signature daytime Charleston harbor tours. Step aboard...

Backroads & Live Oaks Excursion

Charleston Photography Tours

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$249.00 - $495.00

LET'S WANDER THE BACKROADS OF THE LOWCOUNTRY!! Options - **Semi-Private Experience** (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) - **Private Instruction Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) ...

Death is a Drag

Charleston Culinary Tours

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$80.00 - $1,440.00

duration: 1.5 Hours min_age: 21 description: The legendary **Kira Lee** is taking over Dessert with Death on select Saturday nights! This bewitching Queen is sure to make you scream all night long with spine-tingling tales of the morbid and...

Shark Fishing

Tight Line Charters LLC

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$350.00 - $450.00

duration: 2 and 3 Hour Options meeting_point: Shem Creek Park group_size: Up to 2 people covered in base price, can accommodate 6 people max description: Sharks are the ultimate predator, and Charleston is home to one of the largest populations on...

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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