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Hot tub, Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Sun...

Brand New Hot Tub just added! Savor the vistas of Hamlin Creek, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the handsome sunsets seen from the second story wrap around deck of Palmetto Sunset. It is a five-bedroom, three-bathroom home directly across from the...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
The President St Trio - 8 Bedroom

Summary:Group-friendly, three-home complex, centrally located in Downtown Charleston! - Over 5,000 square feet- Great for huge groups—spend time together, but everybody can have their space!- Open-air porches, welcoming living areas & roomy...

  • Charleston
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
The Inns | Grand 9BR Charleston Downtown...

Summary:Welcome to your huge 9 bedroom home is constructed for sizable groups, offering eight full bathrooms to make everybody’s stay comfortable and convenient. Ideal for family get-togethers celebrations or extended stays, this property combines...

  • Charleston
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Spacious 4BR Suite, Near King St

Summary:Discover Charleston appeal in this modernized 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath upstairs suite, just steps from King Street. Ideal for groups, it features a private entrance, a entirely equipped kitchen, and a private porch. Savor modern amenities and a...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
The Iris, Premier Suite

Summary:Settle into Charleston in the Premier Suite at The Iris, the only one of its kind at a brand new Apartment Style Hotel located in an unbeatable location. This architectural gem is in one of Charleston’s most vibrant and desired tourist...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Wonderful 3BDR Guest Suite Sits Between ...

Welcome to your peaceful getaway on James Island! Our 3br 1ba unit is located 4 miles from Folly Beach and 8 miles from downtown. You'll be able to appreciate all the benefits of both the city and the beach. This handsome home has a private main...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

Charleston Tours & Activities

Through Time & Space: Layers of History Revealed From the Ground Beneath Us to the Stars Above

meeting_point: Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC description: Duration 1 Hour About Join two of Drayton Hall’s Directors, Trish Lowe Smith and Luke Pecoraro, for a special guided tour of the exhibition Through Time and Space...

Solar Eclipse Kayaking

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

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$55.00 - $85.00

description: Join Charleston Outdoor Adventures on a unique solar eclipse experience by water. This is the last chance South Carolina has to see a solar eclipse until 2044! Charters depart from our Flagship location on Bowens Island. Captain...

Women and Wine Tour (Walking)

Charleston Historic Tours

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$34.00

meeting_point: 49 S Market St, Charleston, SC 29401 " Well Hung Vineyard and Restaurant" description: Days and Times **Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 4pm start About The Women and Wine is a combined history and bar tour that will include two...

The Sound of Charleston

The Sound of Charleston

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$16.00 - $35.00

duration: 1 Hour & 15 Minutes meeting_point: 150 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Up to 300 People pricing: - **Adult (Ages 8-61):** $28 - **Senior (Ages 62+):** $26 - **Student:** $16 *A valid student ID must be presented at check...

Public BREW BARGE

Saltwater Cycle Charleston

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$50.00 - $55.00

duration: 1 hour 35 minutes cancellation_summary: 7 days in advance for a full refund meeting_point: Charleston Brew Barge min_age: 18 group_size: Maximum 18 people description: This lively Charleston booze cruise is a floating party where guests...

eFoil Paddleboard Party

Charleston Surf Co

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$800.00

description: Host an unforgettable eFoil Paddleboard party! Duration Three Hours About Glide through the waves with your friends and celebrate special occasions in style. Our party package includes expert guidance, 4...

Private Daysail on Prevailing Winds

Charleston Sailing Adventures

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$250.00 - $480.00

description: *Come enjoy a beautiful private sail and discover Charleston from the water!* Rates **Private Charter for 2** - $275 **Private Charter for 3-6** - +$25/person **Extra Hours** - $120 *6 People...

Advanced Diver

Bermuda Triangle Dive Shop

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$375.00

duration: 2 days meeting_point: 115 Pelham Road, Suite 12, Greenville, SC 29615 min_age: 15 group_size: 4 students per instructor description: The Advanced Diver course is designed to enhance your diving abilities and introduce you to new...

Sunset Sail

Charleston Harbor Tours

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$90.00

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Aquarium Wharf, 360 Concord Street, Charleston, SC 29401 description: Watch a gorgeous Charleston sunset while enjoying this...

Cathedral Mom's Paint Event

For the Love of Art

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$25.00

meeting_point: Cathedral Academy Loft: 3790 Ashley Phosphate Rd. North Charleston, SC 29418 description: No experience needed! Every painting we teach is super approachable, even for the newbie. You'll arrive, enjoy some light bites and something...

Sunset Cruise - 42' Freeman

Pole Dancer Charters LLC

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$1,200.00

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: 1903 Waterway Island, Isle Of Palms SC, 29451 description: Enjoying a summertime Charleston sunset is truly hard to beat. Experiencing it in company with family and friends from a boat's view just makes it better...

BYOB- Bring Your Own Box

The Mad Smash Rage Room

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$27.00

description: Come smash! **All items are subject to approval from Mad Smash staff** Duration 10 mins. About Bring your own box of clean glass and/or electronics and get 10 full minutes of smashing! You get to do your damage and we will...

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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