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Downtown - Near Historic Cigar Factory w...

Welcome to the Holy City, and the historic southern appeal of the Charleston peninsula. Our vacation rental is located in handsome downtown Charleston and just mins. away from MUSC, the College of Charleston, and King Street’s shopping and...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Expansive Oceanfront Palm Blvd. 5Bd w/ P...

For those looking to experience a true oceanfront beach vacation on the Isle of Palms, this elegant 5 bedroom home located along beautiful Palm Boulevard is the ideal spot for your next beachfront island hideaway! This home offers beautiful ocean...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Waterfront Gem on James Island!

Summary:Secluded space on the water on James Island. Recently constructed space with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.  Upstairs unit with striking waterfront vistas.   Come savor the striking sunrises and sunsets while looking over Clarks Sound...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Marina Views + Pool Access | Near Golf &...

Settle into a slice of Lowcountry appeal where marina mornings, sandy afternoons, and salt-air evenings come standard. This three-bedroom, three-bath villa in Wild Dunes sits perched above the water with vistas that earn their keep — sailboats...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Charming 1BR Downtown Stay w. Parking

Summary:Discover the ideal escape in this inviting 1-bedroom, 1-bath suite with a couch bed, ideal for couples, solo travelers, or friends seeking calm, comfort, and style. Located in vibrant downtown Charleston, you’ll be steps from amazing...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Charming home in West Ashley - 90% Remod...

*30 Nighttime Minimum Stay Requirement* **12% Discount for Monthly Units**Entirely Furnished / Executive Rental that has been 90% Remodeled. All new Kitchen Appliances, Granite Countertops, Tile backsplash, New Laminate Flooring, New Master Bath...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5

Charleston Tours & Activities

DaVinci Kids: Pop-Up Paint Class

For the Love of Art

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$30.00

meeting_point: Estuary Beans & Barley: 3538 Meeks Farm Rd. Johns Island, SC 29455 description: Parents drop off your young artists and we will help them get creative! Current Summer Pop-Ups are being held in the upstairs event space at Estuary...

Birthday Party - 3 Hours

Lowcountry Coastal Excursions

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$450.00 - $1,750.00

duration: 3 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. group_size: Up to 12 guests description: Celebrating your birthday on a private boat in Charleston is a great opportunity to turn one special day into a...

Tennis Clinic - Junior Masters (Ages 7 to 11)

description: Junior Masters Clinic *Ages 7-11* Designed for beginner to intermediate players. This clinic meets daily from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Cost $62 per session ***World of Hyatt points do not apply to bookings made through FareHarbor.***

Public Beach Yoga

Folly Beach Island Yoga and Adventure

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$25.00

duration: 1 hour description: Let's Adventure! On the sand, your body has to work much harder than it does on a hard floor surface. Beach yoga requires significantly more balance, concentration, and strength to hold yoga poses on sand that can be...

The Old Walled City Tour

Old Charleston History Expeditions

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$29.00 - $49.00

duration: 75 Minutes meeting_point: 2 Murray Blvd, Charleston, SC 29401 description: Old Charleston History Expeditions offers a captivating walking tour through Charleston's rich past, focusing on the heart of the peninsula: The historic old walled...

Couples Counseling

The Break Room, LLC

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$179.00

*The Break Room Charleston is the quintessential place to release anger in the healthiest, safest way!* ___________________________________ Rates **Smash Package (1-4 People):** $179 *Priced as a package, not per individual | Ages 18 years or...

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...

Justin Geiser Bachelor Party

Wild Dunes Resort

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$25.00 - $280.00

meeting_point: Wild Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center description: Pickleball group organized for Justin Geisel and friends Time Friday - February 27th, 10-11:30 am @ Wild Dunes Pickleball Courts ...

Two Hour Tour

Captain Dan's Water Tours

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$300.00 - $525.00

description: Private, Personalized Tours Just For You and Your Group! _______________________________ Rates - **Crew of 1-6 People:** $350 *All Ages Welcome* Duration 2 Hours About Your vacation plans to Charleston just got more...

Tennis Clinic - Stroke of the Day

description: Stroke of the Day Meets daily 9:00am-10:30am Experience the dynamic world of tennis like never before with our themed daily tennis clinic. Each day unveils a new aspect of the game, and exciting learning journey for players of all...

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Holy City Boat Tours of Charleston

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$600.00 - $1,100.00

duration: 3 hrs cancellation_summary: 10 days meeting_point: 33 lockwood dr Charleston SC 29401 group_size: 10 pricing: Pricing for up to 6 passengers: • Total: $600 (Includes boat booking and your independent captain fee) Pricing for 7 to 10...

Private Event

Lowcountry Walking Tours

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$350.00 - $450.00

duration: 2 or 3 Hours description: Interested in booking a private tour with one of our talented guides? We are happy to accommodate private groups and can assist you in planning and organizing a truly memorable private experience. Private...

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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