2026 Charleston Activities Guide

Some of Charleston’s most fascinating ghost stories are in areas that organized tours cannot go at night, so we offer you the chance to see these spooky sites during a daytime tour. Duration 2 Hours About Duels, unrequited love, wars...

Let's Adventure! Duration 3.5 Hours About Boat, Science, and Culinary Tour packed into one! Learn about the lifecycle of an oyster from start to finish. See one million oysters growing in our nursery followed by a boat ride through the...

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/ naturalist will...

duration: 90 Minutes cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Aquarium Wharf, 360 Concord Street, Charleston, SC 29401 description: Experience the wonder of sailing Charleston Harbor on a...

Limo, Boat, Science, and Culinary Tour packed into one! First, enjoy a stop for brunch at the famous Dodge’s Chicken to start the day with the juiciest, freshest, crispiest, and most FAMOUS lowcountry fried chicken and sides! Hop back on the bus...

*Relaxing and Captivating!* ___________________________________ Rates **2 Hour Private Charter:** - Group of 1-6 People: $1190 - Group of 7-12 People: $1390 ___________________________________ Duration 2-6...

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 18 Anson St., Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: - **Adult Charleston Harbor Tour/Ghost and Graveyard (Ages 12+)**: $72 - **Child Charleston Harbor Tour/Ghost and Graveyard (Ages 4-11)**: $48 - **Wee One Charleston...

*Make your morning in Murrells Inlet an advnture!* ___________________________________ Rates **Private Charter** *(ages 5+)* - $445 *The price includes the first 2 people, each additional person is $50.* **The boat holds up to 6...

duration: 5.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston Visitor Center group_size: Maximum 10 people description: Magnolia Plantation is one of Charleston’s oldest and most spectacular plantations. It is an incredibly beautiful and historical site that...

meeting_point: 4201 Spruill Avenue, North Charleston min_age: 21 description: Bring your crew and enjoy a private tasting experience that’s all about good times, great friends, and Southern flavor. We’ll create a fun, relaxed atmosphere just for...

Take the road less traveled, into the Lowcounty of Wadmalaw Island! Duration 5 Hours About It's the Wine tastin', tea sippin' and tree huggin' tour! We will visit Angel Oak Park and admire the 500 year old Oak Tree on John's Island. ...

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...

duration: 4.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Take a trip through history with Adventure Sightseeing of America’s oldest working, living plantation. Boone Hall dates back to 1681 and opened in 1956 to the public after...

Enjoy a history walking tour of Charleston with a local guide Duration 2 Hours About Your local guide will walk you through the historic cobblestone streets, hidden passages and alleys of Charleston. Discover the history, architecture...

duration: 3 - 4 Hours meeting_point: Quarterdeck Charters description: Looking for the perfect Beach Day? We’ve got you covered! Anchor up and swim at one of Charleston’s many islands only accessible by boat! Spend the day exploring...

duration: 2 hours cancellation_summary: 48 hours for a refund and 24 hours notice for a class credit or reschedule meeting_point: 171 E Bay St. Charleston, SC 29401 min_age: 6 max_age: 100 group_size: 18 accessibility: Stroller and wheelchair...

2 hour Full-moon kayak tours are always a fun and exciting excursion on the water. Explore the tidal creeks as the sun sets and the moon rises from the seat of a kayak for an unforgettable experience! This tour is a great way to meet new people in...

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: 79 Cumberland Street Charleston SC 29401 - We meet directly in front of the Powder Magazine building. group_size: Maximum 20 People description: This is a 2.5-hour tour of Charleston’s rich culinary scene. Guests...

*Jet Ski Rentals at Lake Keowee/Mile Creek Park* ___________________________________ About **These 4 and 7-hour rentals begin and return to our Mile Creek Landing location.** * *2 hour rentals and sunset rentals are available by call to book...

duration: 1 hour cancellation_summary: Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable description: Beyond Blue and White: The Hidden History of Delftware and the Women Behind the Iconic Ceramic In the fall of 2019, over 75 rare pieces of 17th- and...

Come smash! Duration 20 minutues About 20 items such as glasses, bottles, and plates and a larger item such as a small electronic, toaster, or ceramic vase (options depend on availability). Safety gear and smash weapon provided. Must be at...

duration: 1 Hour description: Enjoy this Interpreter-Led Tour of Drayton Hall! About Founded in 1738, Drayton Hall is the nation’s earliest example of fully executed Palladian architecture and the oldest preserved plantation house in America...

Enjoy a day on the water on the Bennington - one of the world’s premier luxury pontoon boats Duration: Full Day (8 Hours) - 7 Day Rentals *Half Day available upon request* About: Enjoy a full day on your private boat rental...

“Local beer, local flavor, local fun!” ______ Rates **Adult (Ages 21+ With Valid ID):** $85 _____ Duration 3.5 Hours _____ About This is an exclusive Charleston brewery bus tour showcasing Charleston’s craft breweries, local flavor...

duration: 1 Hour meeting_point: 8 Guignard St, Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: **Private Carriage**: $325 *Up to 4 seated guests & 2 lap children under the age of 2* **Wagonette**: $450 *5-8 passengers* description: Palmetto Carriage Works is the...

Duration - 2 hours up to 4 hours (If you want to swim, we highly recommend 3 or 4 hours. 4 hour charters receive a 15% discount). - Please call 843-557-7403 for charters requests over 2 hours - If adding more time, the charter will depart 1 hour...

duration: 3.5 hours cancellation_summary: Cancelations made 24 hours or more before the starting time will be refunded. Cancelations made after 24 hours of the starting time will not be refunded. meeting_point: Charleston Visitor Center group_size...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29403 description: Are you in search of Charleston's tideland treasures? Then join our 2-Hour knowledgeable local naturalist on a peaceful cruise to...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: All sales are final. No exceptions. Tickets may be rescheduled at the discretion of the management. meeting_point: Cheetah Club - 2028 Pittsburgh Ave, Charleston, SC 29405 *** (Two-Drink Minimum Per Person...

duration: 2.5 Hours description: Neighborhood TwoBoroughs & Upper King Street About – Shop and explore the unique and charming TwoBoroughs neighborhood. Meet your tour guide at **The Veggie Bin** (96 Spring Street), our favorite...

*Appetizers Included! Ghost stories! Good beer!* ______ Rates **Adult (Ages 21+ With Valid ID):** $42 _____ Duration 3 Hours _____ About Want to explore the haunted history of Charleston, meet some other people, and have some fun in the...

duration: 90 Minutes cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC min_age: 21 description: Hop aboard the Charleston...

Enjoy Charleston on a captained Hinckley Picnic Boat! Duration from 2 hours About Hinckley EP Picnic Boat handcrafted in Southwest Harbor, Maine. We will customize your trip to ensure that you enjoy your day on the water as much as...

duration: 90 minutes meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC accessibility: Stroller and Wheelchair accessible. The ramp is steeper at high tide so please call to confirm the best timing for wheelchair...

Duration: 1.5 to 2 Hours About: Meet Charleston in an insightfully historic immersion tour which traces the history left out of our history books. Charleston's storied past will come alive as we tour the original walled city and learn the how, when...

Channel some rage or have some fun as you smash up a car! Duration 5 mins About Smash as much as you can in 5 minutes! This option is for the car room! Safety gear and smash weapons provided. Must be at least 8 years old, wear closed toe...

All the fun, none of the hassle. Check out our fleet and enjoy the lake without the stress and financial strain of boat ownership! Duration 24 hours Check in at 9am or 11am Return by 8:30am the next day. About All the fun, none of the...

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 8 Ashley Pointe Drive Charleston, SC at Ripley Light Marina min_age: 21 pricing: - **Adults (Ages 21+):** $55 description: 1 hour and 30 minutes of cruising in Downtown Charleston waters! With a USCG licensed...

Set sail for an afternoon adventure! Duration 2.5 Hours About Embark on an exclusive adventure on board "Esprit de Joy," tailor-made for groups of up to 6 guests in search of an intimate and personalized experience. Private charters are...

Explore the Grounds to the Fullest! **Please Note:** To make a reservation, call a Group Tour Coordinator at: 1-843-769-2627 or email at ehendrix@draytonhall.org Duration 4 Hours *(Includes a catered lunch)* Rates $85/Person ...

Fly fish our private section of the Chauga River, SC. Call to Book! 864-572-8250 Duration 4 Hours About We have partnered with several private land owners to offer a solitary experience, and managed the...

The absolute best way to get to know the city! Rates - Private Walking Tours Price is for 2 guests • Additional Guests are $40 per person Duration Two Hours About Your private tour guide will walk at a leisurely pace...

Host your next event with The Pixel Experience! Duration 1 Hour About Rent out the entire space for up to 10 guests.

Save a life! Duration 1-2 days About The rescue certification course is designed to develop the knowledge and necessary skills for an individual to effectively perform diver rescues and assists, and administer necessary first aid. You will...

duration: 1.5h meeting_point: Charleston, SC min_age: 5 description: Experience the Folly Creek and the Lowcountry Wetlands! This is our most popular tour! We are typically on the water for 1.5 hours depending on conditions. In this time, we...

On Sunday, May 12, join us for a delightful Spring Tea! Begin with a special tour of Drayton Hall, where curator Amber Satterthwaite will discuss 18th century tea traditions, entertaining and social life on the plantation, and some of the remarkable...

Have A Personal Guide Through The Charleston, SC Streets. Find Great Spots & Then Finish The Tour Till You Want Them Picked Up. Duration 2 or 4 Hours ... You Choose & We'll Guide About These Guided Scooter Riding Tours Are Designed To...

duration: 3 cancellation_summary: Cancellations within 24 hours will be issued a 50% refund. Customer who do not show up for their trip will not be issued a refund. meeting_point: Wappoo Cut Boat Ramp group_size: 6 description: Start your day with a...

Immerse yourself in history! Duration 2 Hours **Please note**: The 2:00 p.m. tour would not allow time for all three sites. Tickets can be purchased, and you may choose to either do the house tour or museum tour another day, as those tickets...

*The Most Fun Boat You've Ever Been On* Rates *Daytime Charter* **Base rate (Up to 20 people):** $500/hr - **21 - 25 people:** Additional $250 - **25 - 32 people:** Another additional $250 2hr minimum to book! Duration 2 to 7 Hours...

Relax with your friends and family! Rates - Private Charter (includes up to 6 people): $745 ***$50 for each additional person (up to 10 total passengers)*** About 8 Hour Boat Tour Includes includes all major waterfalls, Extended swim time...

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...

**Rates - $65** ----------------------------------------- **Duration - 2 Hours** ----------------------------------------- **About** Tricks, treats, and nonstop beats. This is a 2-hour floating Halloween party with a DJ on deck, dancing, and full...

This is a customized tour personally suited for you and your group. All details are worked out via email or phone.

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Rent Now, Show Up, Have Fun! Duration 4 hour About South Cove Park is a 48 acre park nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and located on the clear waters of 18,500 acre Lake Keowee. Camping is located on a 15 acre peninsula...

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About Tour where buses and carriages are not allowed. Charleston sites include: Rainbow Row, Four Corners of Law, Dock Street Theater, St. Phillip's Church, Washington Square, The Battery, Old Exchange Building and Provost Dungeon. Duration 2...

Enjoy back-to-back tastings of what are considered by many to be among the top BBQ spots in the city! A driving tour with a ton of food and visits to the kitchens/smokers! Duration: 2.25 Hours About Greenville's BBQ scene has been gaining...

duration: 3 Hours description: America’s dedicated foodies and top chefs alike have turned their heads to Greenville’s dynamic 21st century culinary scene. The Tuesday night version of our popular Chef’s Table tour allows guests to experience...

duration: 1 hour meeting_point: Charleston Visitors Center Bus Shed 375 Meeting Street, 29403 (Charleston, SC) pricing: description: On our Gullah Tour we give an interesting glimpse into an ancient culture of these mysterious people descending...

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: Quarterdeck Charters description: Spend your day finding shark teeth & shells at locations only accessible by boat! Our knowledgeable and experienced captains will take you to explore the best places to find shark...

Experience a Low Country Sunrise Out On The Water Duration 1.5 Hours About You may have to wake up a little early for this one – but It sure is worth it! Nothing is better than the quiet stillness of a low country morning out on the...

duration: 4h meeting_point: Charleston, SC min_age: 6 description: Are you a fossil enthusiast or just searching for that one good find? Hop aboard our fossil excursion to explore the uninhabited Morris Island in search of shark’s teeth...

Get a Complete taste of Charleston's beautiful Lowcountry from downtown to the beaches to the plantations and more! Duration 6.5 hrs Itinerary - Charlotte Street (.4 mile) - Morris Lighthouse (.75 RT, road+sand dune) - Folly Pier - Angel...

duration: 1 Hour cancellation_summary: Cancelations made 24 hours or more before the starting time will be refunded. Cancelations made after 24 hours of the starting time will not be refunded. meeting_point: 161 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29464...

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Come smash! Duration 10 minutes About 15 items such as glasses, bottles, and plates to smash like crazy! Safety gear and smash weapon provided. Must be at least 8 years old, wear closed toe shoes, and sign a waiver. Long sleeves/pants...

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duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Drayton Hall description: Archaeology Meets Art: Blue & White Ornament Painting Workshop at Drayton Hall Discover Charleston’s rich past and bring home a timeless keepsake at Drayton Hall’s Blue & White Ornament...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: 18 Anson Street Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: • **Adult ages 13+**: $47 • **Child ages 4 -12**: $37 • **Wee Ones ages 3 and...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: The Harborage at Ashley Marina • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Up to 6 people description: Charleston Harbor’s Largest Six Passenger Charter Boat! Enjoy a relaxing sunset tour of...

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Upstate's largest interactive holiday light show! Duration 30 minutes • *Take your time. Park and enjoy. The show lasts 30 minutes, but drive around the track as many times as you’d like!* About The Upstate Holiday Light Show is the...

About: If you change history, you change the future. The Liberty Trail traces the framers vision of liberty as we near SC250. This living history tour visits locations of all 4 signers of the Declaration of Independence from SC, those who drafted...

Bring your friends and come have an AXE-CELLENT time!!! Pricing 1-16 guests $25 per person About Axe throwing is a fun activity which entails throwing a sharpened axe at a wooden target 12 feet away. Points are scored when the...

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...

duration: 1.5 Hours • An evening of morbid delights! min_age: 13 description: About Join us in our historic State Street headquarters for an evening of morbid delights! We’ve paired some of Charleston’s most chilling stories with local...

Choose our Slavery and Freedom Tour or Ghost Walking Tour! Duration Varies! About Our Slavery and Freedom Tour and Charleston Ghost Walking Tour are offered by special request and then opened to the general public. Join a...