2026 Charleston Activities Guide

WINDOWS, DOORWAYS, COBBLESTONE STREETS, AND HIDDEN ALLEYS!!! About The historic district of Charleston is one of the most beautiful parts of the Lowcountry. Together with our professional photographer guide, you'll discover some of our...

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...

meeting_point: 2223 Folly Rd. description: This is a volunteer beach sweep on Morris Island where we will be picking up trash and recording our findings with hopes to keep our local waterways clean.

duration: 1 hour 30 minutes min_age: 21 group_size: Up to 16 people pricing: * Private charter (Monday–Thursday): $675 * Private charter (Friday–Sunday): $725 description: Enjoy a relaxed, social cruise aboard a pedal boat with friends for an...

meeting_point: 80 BROAD STREET description: Experience the essence of Charleston and its iconic sites Duration 2 Hours About Tour where buses and carriages are not allowed. On this in-depth tour you’ll learn about the Historic Waterfront...

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC description: Join us aboard the Charleston Princess for a...

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...

meeting_point: The Veggie Bin description: Duration ~3.5 Hours Neighborhood Cannonborough/Elliotborough & Radcliffeborough About - Shop and explore the unique and charming Cannonborough neighborhood. Meet your tour guide at **The Veggie...

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...

duration: 4 Hours description: Join professional photographer and tour leader Colin Hocking, LRPS, as he shares with you the tips, tools, and thoughts of how to elevate your photography from that of a casual ‘shooter’ to one that makes every...

description: Relax with your friends and family! Rates - Private Charter (includes up to 6 people): $595 ***$50 for each additional person (up to 10 total passengers)*** About 6 Hour Lake Jocassee Boat Tour Includes includes all major...

duration: 6 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Cast Your Line: Experience the Thrill of Our 6-Hour Ocean Reef Fishing Adventure! Come and fish in the ocean for a huge surprise and a great variety of fish...

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...

description: 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...

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description: Experience the Folly Creek and the Lowcountry Wetlands! Duration 2 Hours About If you are looking for a fun, but challenging paddle than this is trip for you! Charleston can get a little windy which makes paddling on a SUP a...

duration: 20 mins description: We provide the paint, canvas, and brushes and you provide the creativity! You get 20 minutes to craft your 12 x 16 masterpiece. We provide you a poncho but it is recommended to wear clothes and shoes you don't mind...

duration: 4 Hours cancellation_summary: 72 hours notice meeting_point: 184 E Bay St Suite 103 Charleton SC 29401 description: Step beyond the city and into the landscapes that shaped the Lowcountry. Our plantation tours offer a thoughtful...

meeting_point: White Point Gardens at the corner of East Battery and Murray Blvd., Charleston, SC description: Interactive history with hands-on activities that make history fun for young children... and their grown-ups! Duration 1 Hour ...

duration: 2 hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time. meeting_point: 122 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 20 people pricing: Adults 13+: $39 Children 4-12: $29 3 and under...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 79 Cumberland Street Charleston SC, 29401 "Powder Magazine Museum" description: Travel back in time to the 1700's on this Self-Guided Patriot Escape Scavenger Hunt! Guests will start out with Free Access to the...

duration: 2 hours min_age: 8 max_age: 99 description: Join Drayton Hall and Lowcountry Stargazers for an evening under the stars on the historic Ashley River landscape. This seasonal event invites guests to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics...

duration: Variable meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Reliable Transportation! what_is_included:

description: Duration 1 Hour About What were historic holidays really like in Drayton Hall? In this special tour offered throughout the season, curator Amber Satterthwaite will answer your questions about Christmases past and present at Drayton...

duration: 2-6 Hours meeting_point: 33 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 13 people description: With Dockside Yacht Charters, you can take in the beauty of the Charleston during Sunset while enjoying a private boat charter.

description: Take it slow on our relaxing harbor cruise! Rates **Per Hour** $250 Duration 2 to 3 Hours About Experience the low country coast in the most special way with friends, family, or that favorite someone. Seeing Charleston, SC...

meeting_point: 200 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC description: 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...

meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: Assessment/Repair Lead Times Assessment and repairs can take up to 1 week to complete. Depending on current workflow and if we need to order parts for your repair, it may be sooner. If you need your bike...

description: Full Day Boat Rentals Know Before You Go - All renter's must be 21 years or older. - Can fit up to 10 people. - No pets allowed. - We are unable to provide life jackets for kids under 90 lbs. - All of our vessels are 115...

description: Tea lovers and history enthusiasts alike are invited to experience A Cup of History at Drayton Hall, a one-of-a-kind event that explores the intersection of fine Chinese teas and the fight for American independence. At the heart of...

duration: 3 Hours cancellation_summary: Cancel 3 weeks or more - Full Refund Cancel 1-3 weeks - 50% Refund Cancel 7 days or less from scheduled charter - We are unable to provide refund meeting_point: 56 Ashley Pointe Dr Slip B26 Charleston, SC...

description: Experience Folly On Your Own Time! Duration 24 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...

meeting_point: Festival Hall description: Celebrate the arrival of spring and celebrate opening night at the exclusive Preview Party for The Charleston Show. Hosted at downtown Charleston's vibrant Festival Hall, this premier, widely anticipated...

THE ESSENCE OF CHARLESTON AND THE LOWCOUNTRY!!! Options - **Semi-Private Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) - **Private Instruction Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional...

duration: 2 cancellation_summary: 24 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC group_size: 12 pricing: $95 Per Ticket description: Discover the dark hidden stories of the Holy City while enjoying a flight of four signature cocktails at High Cotton. ...

duration: 2.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Cancellation policies differ depending on group size and tour type meeting_point: 184 East Bay Street min_age: 8 max_age: 116 description: Neighborhood Historic French Quarter & City Market ...

description: Multi-day Jet Ski Rentals About *All Multi Day Rentals are delivered in water to your dock. We inspect for adequate mooring and protection and go over how to tie the skis properly to avoid damage. Therefore, we will deliver the...

duration: 1 Hour 45 Minutes meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: **Adults:**(Ages 18+) - $70(Sun-Thurs) $75 (Fri&Sat) **Teens**(Ages 13-17) - $50 **Child:** (Ages 12 and under) - $40 description: *Come enjoy one of Charleston’s famous sunsets...

description: The perfect trip for die-hard anglers! Duration 10 Hour About We will make a run to the deep blue gulfstream experience a full day of trolling and or running and gunning for Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Kingfish, or a Tail Walking...

duration: 1,5 Hours meeting_point: 220 N Main St Greenville, SC 29601 description: A fun way to meet people from all over the country! People from all over the country have discovered Greenville’s charm and quality of life. The city is easy to...

description: There’s nothing quite like wetting a line on a beautiful Lake or Stream! Duration 4 Hours About Tackle the best Fly Fishing Rivers in the Carolina's Fish hatchery supported, delayed harvest, or wild trout streams! Let us...

duration: 2 to 8 hour charter options meeting_point: Island Boat Rentals and Charter • 50 River Landing Dr, Charleston, SC 29492 (North Dock) min_age: 21 group_size: Up to 15 people pricing: 2 hrs minimum for a Private Charter. 1-9 Guests is...

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...

meeting_point: 206 S Main St Greenville, SC 29601 description: 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...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 206 S. Main, Greenville, SC 29601(in front of city hall) description: Explore Greenville's unique Textile and Village history The textile industry is the most significant aspect of Greenville's history. It employed...

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: Blue Life Charters LLC • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 US description: A Perfect Blend of Luxury & Relaxation Creating the Perfect Charleston Harbor Tours! Embark on a luxurious journey across...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29403 description: Enjoy peaceful and breathtaking views of sunset-silhouetted steeples while cruising along the waterways of the Charleston...

*The Break Room Charleston is the quintessential place to release anger in the healthiest, safest way!* ___________________________________ Rates **Smash Package (1-3 People):** $139 *Priced as a package, not per individual | Ages 18 years or...

meeting_point: The Battery: Confederate Statue description: The Battery is Charleston's most beautiful historical city in the world. We walk and talk about this beautiful hidden history that began right where the cannons & cannon balls still stand...

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Join Adventure Sightseeing for our 'See it all' city tour and see the best of Charleston! Our relaxing and informative 90 minute bus tour is the best way to be introduced (or...

See the harbor like never before! Rates - **3 Hour Charter:** $2,400 - **4 Hour Charter:** $3,200 - **5 Hour Charter:** $4,000 - **6 Hour Charter:** $4,800 - **7 Hour Charter:** $5,600 - **8 Hour Charter:** $6,400 Duration 3-8 Hours ...

description: Let's Adventure! Duration 3 Hours About This course will refresh your freediving skills if you haven’t been in the water in some time but are already certified. A refresher class is not another certification, it is just going...

duration: 2 Hours description: In the Field is a series of specialized, insider tours hosted by Drayton Hall’s directors and curators. These experiences bring history to life by exploring the site’s historic landscape and visiting unique...

meeting_point: 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403 description: **Rates - $85** ----------------------------------------- **Duration - 2 Hours** ----------------------------------------- **About** Rise and Shine, it's Tiki Time! Come hop aboard...

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+**: $49 • **Child ages 4 -12**: $39 • **Wee Ones ages 3 and...

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meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: 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...

description: Let's Adventure! Duration Time Varies Based on Specialty About When you are ready to become a professional diver, this is the next step. Certifications include Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, Open Water Scuba Instructor You...

description: Rates **$42 per adult (13 and older)** **$32 per child 3-12 years old** **$10 per infant under 3** ___ Duration 1.5 hour Guests can cancel or reschedule outside of 24 hours without penalty. All tours are nonrefundable within 24...

*Your chance to paddle by soaring pines along a shaded freshwater estuary! * Rates **Adult (Ages 13+): ** $65 **Child (Ages 5-12): ** $35 Duration 2 hours and 30 minutes About Our New River Tour explores the blackwater estuary at high...

description: 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...

description: Let's Adventure! Duration Time Varies Based on Specialty About What you can expect to learn: Equipment preparation and selection, problem solving, tender skills, responding to a call, search patterns, scene evaluation...

duration: 2 Hours description: Get ready for some fun on the water with Captain John. Discover Charleston from a different point of view. All non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are complimentary. Pull a line or help make a tack, it's all in the fun of...

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duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 328 East Bay Street description: Whiskey & History: A Tasting and Lecture on George Washington’s Distillery Step back in time and experience the spirited legacy of early American distilling with Whiskey ...

description: 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...

duration: meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: One way transportation from Boone Hall to downtown. what_is_included:

description: Duration 2 Hours About Join Nicole Marie Pettinelli with the Charleston Natural History Society as she leads a very special bird and nature walk on the grounds of Drayton Hall. Guests will enjoy walking the historic landscape of...

description: *Cedar Creek is a Beautiful Black-Water Stream running through Congaree National Park* ___________________________________ Rates - **Single Person Kayak (Ages 12+):** $80 - **Tandem Kayak (All ages with an adult):** $160 ...

duration: 1h15m - 1h45m, avg. 90 min accessibility: Please notify your guide in advance of accessibility needs, mobility concerns, sensory considerations, service animals, or special accommodations whenever possible. description: Southern Spirits...

meeting_point: Bakehouse at 160 East Bay St., Charleston, SC description: Charleston has some bizarre history that would fit nicely in a Believe It or Not museum!  Duration 2 Hours About Discover Charleston's weird history on this 2-hour...

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...

duration: 90 Minutes meeting_point: Folly Beach min_age: 2 description: Join us as we cruise the waters of Charleston SC. We will see historic forts, homes, yachts, shrimp boats and ocean going ships as we keep our eyes peeled for some of our 300...

duration: 1 hour cancellation_summary: Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable meeting_point: Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC description: Beyond Blue and White: The Hidden History of Delftware and the Women Behind the Iconic...

duration: 1 hour 30 minutes meeting_point: Tour Charleston Headquarters at Buxton Books description: Professor Damon Fordham's 5-Star walking tour weaves together his talents as an historian, educator, published author, and story-teller. *Ages 6...

description: 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...

meeting_point: Pick up at your hotel. description: About: Immerse yourself in the life of Charleston’s Planter Elite in this timeline tour of America’s oldest cultured gardens and historic rice plantation, Middleton Place. Includes time to...

duration: 1 Hour meeting_point: 8 Guignard St, Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: **Adults**: $50 **Children**: $40 description: Palmetto Carriage Works is the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston and has developed the greatest carriage experience...