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Exclusive Low Country Island Estate Exce...

The Island Oak is charmingly located to major tourist attractions in Charleston. From our location, the historic district is a 10 min. drive , Folly Beach is 5 miles away and multiple pro link golf coarse to include the Ocean Coarse at Kiawah...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Spacious Modern Home Near Folly Beach

This handsome home is centrally located with painless access to Folly Beach and to downtown. The living area is very roomy for conveniently accommodating huge groups. The first floor contains an open floor plan with luxury vinyl plank floor, a...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Sunny and Bright Beach Home, 4 Bedroom 3...

Sunny and bright ideally describes this elegant beach home on the Isle of Palms—welcome to the beach! Located just three blocks from the ocean, this inviting 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is the ideal spot for a calming coastal hideaway.The heart of...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
16 Bedroom Downtown, Luxury New Build w....

Summary:Welcome to The Charlee Flats, an award-winning architectural gem and brand-new 16-bedroom getaway constructed for memorable Charleston stays. From sleek modern interiors to cavernous gathering areas, every detail is designed with comfort and...

  • Charleston
  • 16 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 30
Private Coastal Cottage on James Island

Freshly modernized, well-designed bungalow located on charming James Island.Open floor plan located under live oaks on a half acre property.It's relaxing and peaceful and provides the ideal location for walking to tons of eateries, movie theatre...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Fun Family-Friendly Home near Folly with...

Come stay at our Funky, Fun, Folly-Adjacent Home! Our enormous, oak-filled property is located in a peaceful, family-friendly residential neighborhood just 2 miles off the beach. Cut your travel time in half whether you are spending your days at...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Charleston Tours & Activities

Captain JB (12 Passenger Tours)

Captains Collective

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$800.00

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC group_size: Maximum 12 people description: Seats up to 12 people! Perfect for bachelor/bachelorette, or just a fun day out on the water! what_is_included: - Instant Confirmation

USS Yorktown Admiral's Tour
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$68.00 - $70.00

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: 40 Patriots Point Rd Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 min_age: 12 max_age: 99 group_size: 10 accessibility: Not handicapped accessible pricing: $70 per person, which includes admission to the Yorktown for the duration of the...

SCMA EcoTour to Capers Island

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$40.00

duration: 2hr group_size: 42 people description: Join our naturalist on a salt marsh exploration with a stop on Capers Island Heritage Preserve. As you explore the salt marsh it is possible to observe dolphins anywhere along the route. You will...

Semi-Private Tiki Boat Party!

Tiki Tours of Charleston

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$1.00 - $200.00

meeting_point: 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston 29403 description: Rates and Times 2 HR CRUISE ONLY **$800/Group (Up to 10)** ***$80/additional person*** 2.5 HR CRUISE & SWIM **$1000/Group (Up to 10)** ***$100/additional person*** 3 HR CRUISE ...

Shark Tooth Hunting

Reel Fish Finder Charters

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$300.00 - $500.00

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 1407 Shrimp Boat Ln. Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 description: Rods, reels, tackle, bait and ice are all provided, but feel free to bring your own fishing gear if you prefer. Reel Fish Finder offers several fishing...

Half Day Rentals -  High Falls Park

Unlimited Outfitters

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$55.00 - $60.00

description: Rent Now, Show Up, Have Fun! Duration 4 hour What to Know - Each rental includes a Life Vest, Paddle and Whistle - Each rider must be at least 12 years old to paddle on their own Kayak or Paddleboard - We also have tandem...

Gershwin and Jazz

The Sound of Charleston

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$26.00 - $28.00

description: About From the creators of Sound of Charleston comes a new show we call “Gershwin and Jazz”. Come hear an entire 75 minute program of Jazz and Gershwin classics such as “Porgy & Bess” and Rhapsody in Blue. Performers include...

SC250 The Liberty Trail

Lowcountry History Strolls. LLC

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$25.00 - $85.00

meeting_point: 116 Broad Street description: Duration: 1.5 to 2 Hours About: Join us on an insightfully historic tour tracing America's Revolutionary war history in the south and the nation's youngest American hero; 19 year old marquis de...

Real Hauntings of Charleston
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$25.00 - $35.00

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: Meets Outside the north side of the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon, 122 East Bay Street description: Let's Adventure! During the day, Charleston is one of the most charming and colorful cities in the world...

Fireworks for Freedom Show on the Charleston Harbor

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 1407 Shrimp Boat Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC. 29464 group_size: Up to 6 Passengers description: Watch the 4th of July fireworks show from your own privately guided Cruisin Tiki! what_is_included: Enjoy your beverages...

Middleton Place Tour

Chicora Tours

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$129.00 - $821.99

duration: 5.5 hours meeting_point: Charleston Visitors Center at the Bus Shed group_size: Maximum 12 people description: The Middleton Place tour is an all-inclusive experience at one of Charleston’s most beloved historic sites. Travel in a...

Private 4 Hour Lake Jocassee Boat Tour

description: Relax with your friends and family! Rates - Private Charter (includes up to 6 people): $425 ***$50 for each additional person (up to 10 total passengers)*** About Boat Tour includes all major waterfalls, some swim time...

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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