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Prime Location | Blocks from King | The ...

Permit Number: 06408The Space: Welcome to The Spritz — a striking two-story downtown getaway just a few blocks from King Street. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a bright open layout, this home offers a comfortable setup for groups looking to savor...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
5 Fishers Alley by Wild Dunes

Fishers Alley 5 by Wild Dunes6 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms | Sleeps 12 | Reserve________________________________________Welcome to Fishers Alley 5, a impressive getaway on Isle of Palms’ exclusive Wild Dunes Resort. Just a block and a half from the...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Bright, Large Downtown House w. Parking

Summary:Step into this brand-new 3BR, 2.5-bath getaway in the heart of Charleston. Just steps from top eateries, stores, historic landmarks, and local hotspots, it’s the ideal home base for exploring the city. After a day out, relax in three...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Deluxe Two Bedroom Suite - Steps to King...

Summary:Feel the appeal of historic downtown Charleston in this luxury two-bedroom gem opening onto King Street. Each bedroom features an ensuite bathroom for your comfort and privacy. Savor the modern open floor plan, complete with a gourmet...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Cozy Couples Retreat | 10 Min to Beach &...

Unwind in this striking 1-bedroom, 1-bath hideaway designed just for two. Located on one side of a peaceful duplex, this private getaway offers all the amenities of home — a completely equipped kitchenette, modren living space, and a serene...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Charming townhouse with deck and washer/...

Summary:Hanahan HavenThe Space:Located in the heart of Hanahan, SC, this appealing townhouse offers a ideal blend of comfort and convenience for your vacation hideaway. This centrally located townhouse is only 20 mins. from Downton Charleston and 10...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Charleston Tours & Activities

Six Day Kayak Rental

Castaway Island Excursions

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$145.00 - $160.00

description: Experience Folly on Your Own Time! Duration 144 Hours About If you are staying at a beach house or rental on the water - don't worry! We can bring the kayaks to you for free. If you have an appropriate vehicle and want to take...

Weekends May-Sept Kismet Private Charter

Charleston Yacht Charters

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$1,200.00 - $3,000.00

duration: 2, 3 and 4 Hour Availabilities 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, a 50% refund will be issued. There is...

4 Hour Kayak Rentals

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

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$35.00 - $55.00

description: 4 Hour Kayak Rentals ______________ Rates **Prices range from $27-$47 per boat** All rentals come with paddle instruction, maps and tidal information. _________ About Renting is a wonderful way to explore the creeks and marshes of...

10pm Ghost Tour

Afterlife Tours - Charleston

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$33.00

description: The truth will haunt you, come see for yourself! Duration 1.5 Hours About Hear stories of pirates, shadow people, and spirits that never rest. Experience fully researched, true tales of murder, haunted cemeteries, and poltergeist...

Charleston History Highlights Tour

Charleston Pirate Tours

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$15.00 - $28.00

Experience the best parts of the city with an award-winning guide, Eric Lavender. Duration 2 Hours About Founded in 1670, Charles Town became the jewel of the South, but not before a tumultuous beginning. The city started as a bawdy port...

Preview Party for The Charleston Show

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

Celebrate the opening night of The Charleston Show at the exclusive Preview Party on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Festival Hall in downtown Charleston, SC! Duration 2 Hours About Enjoy a remarkable evening benefiting Drayton Hall Preservation...

Orthodontic Retainers

Sweetgrass Orthodontics

duration: 15 Minutes meeting_point: Sweetgrass Orthodontics - John Island Location description: At the initial appointment we will have a chance to get acquainted, acquire the necessary diagnostic information, and will determine the appropriate...

✨ Luxury Harbor Experience ✨ (Up to 6 Guests)

Holy City Boat Tours of Charleston

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$500.00 - $1,500.00

group_size: 6 description: Step aboard our stunning 33’ Sea Ray Express Yacht for a private, upscale harbor experience designed for up to six guests. ????✨ This is Charleston done right — elevated, comfortable, and unforgettable. When you...

The City of the Dead

108 Elemental

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$25.00 - $35.00

duration: 90 Minutes meeting_point: 108 Elemental - Cumberland Street Garage description: A walk through Charleston is a walk through the past. Though for some restless spirits, the past is still very much alive. From haunted theaters to shadowy...

Falls, Figures, & Fun: Greenville’s Scenic Rydable Tour

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 233 North Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601 min_age: 2 description: Take your Greenville adventure to the next level on our 1.5-hour Rydable History Tour! Hop aboard one of our whimsical stuffed-animal...

Shark Charters

Reel Fish Finder Charters

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$400.00 - $600.00

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...

2 Hour Kayak Rental

Charleston SUP Safaris

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$25.00 - $35.00

duration: 2 Hours description: Grab your kayaks here! - Rent your own Single sit on top, required for beginners, or a Single sit in kayak perfect for experienced paddlers. Team up and go on a Tandem sit in top kayak with your partner, required...

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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