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Tourism Activities
Carriage Tours
Experience Charleston’s Downtown Historic District by horse drawn carriage featuring experienced guides with extensive local knowledge!
Ghost City Tours
Peek into Charleston’s shadowy history with a chilling nighttime walking tour of the city’s most eerie sites! Wind through the dark corridors of the Historic District and hear spooky tales of graveyard hauntings, voodoo and botched burials from your local guide. Pass by infamous locations with grisly histories and wander through the Charleston’s oldest cemetery after hours.
Charleston Harbor Boat Tour
See Charleston from the water, and enjoy a luxurious way to admire the sights! As you go, circle the Charleston Harbor, see landmarks like Fort Sumter, and enjoy a relaxing ambiance and maybe some dolphins!
Historic Charleston City Market
Shop for great locally made souvenirs. Take a tour. Enjoy local cuisine. Meet the locals! This is Charleston’s number one most visited attraction
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Patriots Point Development Authority was established in the 1970s to develop a naval & maritime museum on Charleston Harbor with the World War II aircraft carrier, USS YORKTOWN as its centerpiece. It’s also home to the Patriots Point Museum and a fleet of National Historic Landmark ships, the Cold War Memorial and the one of the only Vietnam Experience Exhibits in the U.S., the Congressional Medal of Honor Society, and the agency's official Medal of Honor Museum.
City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course
Located just 10 minutes from downtown Charleston, "The Muni" sits on James Island, situated between the Stono River and historic Riverland Terrace, one of James Island’s oldest neighborhoods. The Municipal Golf Course opened in 1929 on 120 acres of land, which was given to the City from Mr. C. Bissell Jenkins with the stipulation that the property always be a municipal golf course available for everyone. Today, nearly 90 years later, the Muni hosts over 50,000 rounds yearly, enjoying the company of men and women; boys and girls; residents and tourists; all who share a similar passion for golf and the company of good people. Simply put - The Muni is Everyone’s Course.
Folly Beach
Visitors flock to Folly Beach for the same things its residents enjoy. You'll find excellent fishing, an enticing variety of restaurants and bars, live music, and some of the best surfing on the east coast.
Kiawah Island Beachwalker Park
Kiawah Island is indeed open to the public; you can access many areas without having accommodations on the island or a guest pass, especially if you don't mind biking or walking from Beachwalker park.
Angel Oak Tree
The tree is estimated to be 400–500 years old!
Rainbow Row
Rainbow Row refers to the row of pastel-colored historic homes located on East Bay Street, just along the Battery
Pineapple Fountain
The Pineapple Fountain is a focal point of the Charleston Waterfront Park. Placing a pineapple at the entrance of a home is a way of demonstrating hospitality. Charleston is mainly hospitality! Traditionally, American sailors would place the pineapple outside of their door to show that they had safely returned.
The Battery
The Battery in Charleston is a fortified seawall and promenade. It is one of downtown Charleston's most visited spots. The wall stretches along the shore of the Charleston peninsula, bordered by the Ashley and Cooper Rivers which come together to form the Charleston Harbor.
Charleston Tea Garden
Free admission! They are the only tea garden in North America where you can see hundreds of thousands of tea bushes stretching out acre after acre for almost as far as the eye can see. The only charge you will incur is one for the trolley tour. You get to walk the entire length of the tea production building where you can see all the equipment it takes to make tea. Large TV screens along the glassed in gallery describe the entire process. They offer a 45 minute trolley ride, which makes a stop at their state of the art greenhouse. Open 7 days a week, with the exception of a few holidays, the Charleston Tea Garden is the perfect place to take a day trip. Bring the family, pack a lunch and enjoy it at picnic tables under the century old oaks. The experience is not only educational but more importantly one-of-a-kind. You will learn first-hand how tea is made during an informative Factory Tour. You might want to shop the Gift Shop, home of a wide variety of tea related gifts.
Botany Bay Driftwood Beach
A well preserved driftwood beach in its true original form. A gorgeous sight to see!
Morris Island Lighthouse and Graffiti Roadway
Walk the beach or the Graffiti Road to Morris Island Light. It is a lighthouse on Morris Island in South Carolina. The light stands on the southern side of the entrance to Charleston Harbor, north of the City of Folly Beach. At 161 ft, it is the tallest lighthouse in South Carolina.
Taco Boy
Tacos, quesadillas & nachos pair with margaritas & beer at this funky rooftop taqueria by the beach. First come first serve seating!
Krazy Owls
Krazy owls founder Al Thompson's nickname “Crazy Al” is the reason for the name of this place. Al used to work for Chic Fil A for many years before being asked to retire due to his old age. This man KNOWS how to make great chicken! With all kinds of great food options, Krazy Owls is the first family-friendly steampunk/ sports bar restaurant in the Charleston Area. Trivia nights are every Tuesday at 7pm
Cabana Burgers & Shakes
Do you Pittsburghers like Burgatory? Try Cabana! It's owned by a fellow Pittsburgh native and based the idea of build your own burgers and boozy shakes off of the fabulous Burgatory. This is the place that has the HUGE "One and Done" Bloody Mary towering with so much food, it's on the appetizer list instead of the drink list.
The Royal Tern
Nestled in the heart of Johns Island, The Royal Tern is a family restaurant and neighborhood eatery. Chef David Pell provides guests with an array of freshly prepared seafood and steaks as well as seafood towers, carpaccios and tartares from our raw bar. Their Tern Style oysters are amazing!! Reserve your table online
Wild Olive Restaurant
Rustic-chic dining with a simple menu of artisanal Italian dishes & a sizable wine list. Wonderful for a family dinner. The most cozy environment on the island! Reserve your table online!
Sunrise Bistro
Since opening in 2009, Sunrise Bistro has satisfied hungry passers-by with simple, comforting food made with care. There are favorites for breakfast (NOW ALL DAY) like french toast, enchiladas rancheros, homemade bagels, open-faced omelets, and breakfast pizzas and biscuits and gravy. If you find yourself near this corner of Johns Island, stop in — you'll leave well-fed without breaking the bank. Call Ahead For Parties of 6 or more.
Jasmine Porch At The Sanctuary
Chef Jeremy Holst and his team truly exhibit the southern culinary charm during breakfast and lunch each day. Nightly dinner showcases classic interpretations of Charleston Shrimp & Grits and She Crab Bisque. Every Sunday, enjoy a memorable Lowcountry brunch featuring Shrimp & Stone Ground Grits, Sugar Cured Ham, a Chilled Seafood Bar including: Cold Water Oysters & Shrimp Cocktail. The spectacular ocean view amidst the relaxing atmosphere of the Jasmine Porch restaurant awaits you.
The Ryder Cup Bar
For a memorable 19th Hole experience, head to the Ryder Cup Bar, or better yet, grab a drink and an Adirondack chair on the lawn behind the clubhouse and watch golfers coming in to the 18th green.
Tavern & Table
Like neighborhood taverns of old, Tavern & Table overlooking the water on Shem Creek is designed to be that local gathering place where friends and family get together for classic cocktails and spectacular handcrafted food in an atmosphere as comfortable as your living room. The menu celebrates the flavors of the Lowcountry using as many local vendors, fishermen and farmers as possible. Tavern & Table is rustic but refined, offering familiar flavors presented with a little flair and a lot of fun.
Nico Oysters + Seafood
Roadside seafood brasserie for oysters, cocktails & Mt Pleasant’s finest market-fresh fare!
Poogan's Porch
Traditional Southern cooking served in a Victorian townhouse with upper porches, a haunted upstairs bathroom & a massive wine cellar. Perfect for brunches with your pups! Reserve your table online
Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe
The best dessert cocktails on the planet! Kaminsky’s entices visitors into its cozy atmosphere with a rotating selection of delectable desserts made in-house daily, in addition to heaping milkshakes, specialty coffees, and cold beverage creations. Delight in over-the-top varieties of classic childhood desserts, signature hot spirited specialties, dessert martinis and hot toddies. A full beer, wine, and liquor selection are also available.
The Honey Hive
Located in the heart of beautiful downtown King Street, The Honey Hive is Charlestons newest elevated destination for craft made cocktails, share plates, decadent dessert and late night revelry. Perfect for a ladies night! Reserve your table online
Camellias
As colorful as its namesake flower, Camellias within the hotel is Charleston’s premier Champagne Lounge, featuring an extensive collection of bottle and by-the-glass offerings paired with a decadent selection of caviar, charcuterie and local seafood. Additionally, Camellias offers a champagne-inspired cocktail program and a collection of delectable desserts, including the signature Camellias Cake. The stunning pink hue reflects a piece of Charleston history: marble that once clad the library building where Hotel Bennett stands.
Circa 1886 Restaurant
In 2019 Executive Chef Marc Collins launched a unique menu concept that takes guests on a journey through the belly of South Carolina Foodways from its humble beginnings, multinational influences and what that means for modern day cuisine fused together from this rich history. From dishes like Broken Arrow Axis Venison with sunchoke hash and sunflower seed butter to Piedmontese Oxtail with conch fritter and mustard greens, the flavors come together to tell a beautiful story.
Prohibition
Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme. Amazing dry rub wings, oysters, and craft cocktails! “Best Downtown Bar” & “Best Cocktails” for Charleston City Paper “Best of Charleston 2020”! A nod to the classic 1920’s speakeasy, Prohibition feels like you’re stepping back in time with its vintage inspired decor.
Blind Tiger Pub
The best Moscow Mule in the city! The “Blind Tiger Pub,” reborn in 2016, is a guaranteed great time for group of any size in the Broad Street area! Whether you’re in the mood for a deliciously unique lunch/dinner or looking to unwind with some Charleston locals, Blind Tiger can ensure refreshingly great time and atmosphere. Come on down and see why they were voted the 2019 best bar in downtown Charleston! Upscale bar food in an alehouse dating back to 1803, featuring a charming, brick-walled courtyard.
Eleve Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge
Give in to your cravings in our rooftop garden setting, where their vibrant cuisine takes on a gypsy twist. They infuse each dish with fresh herbs and seasonings and finish each one artfully. Refresh your mind, nourish your soul and explore the story that started it all. They invite you to begin with a glass or bottle of their own Kessler blend, taste something new and exciting and enjoy the artful ambiance and storied setting. Join for lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch.
The Bangkok Lounge
The Bangkok Lounge is a 7 Night a week karaoke / Tiki bar featuring 8 frozen drink machines, Drag Karaoke, and a fun party atmosphere. 8:30pm is the best time to arrive in order to avoid lines and cover charges! This is the perfect spot to begin a night of bar/club hopping on King Street
Dudley's
Dance the night away at Dudley’s! Their customer base is a fantastic mixture of locals, tourists, young professionals, lawyers, doctors, food and beverage employees, actors…. the list is never-ending but the goal is always the same. Everyone who comes into Dudley's is promised to be met with new friends, a great time, and feel comfortable being exactly who they are. Add them to your hop list! Drag shows are every Friday and Saturday beginning at 8pm followed by dancing all night!
Silver Dollar
Popular nightlife hangout featuring pool tables & live music dance floors and DJs who play nightly. Perfect to add to your bar/club hopping list! The Silver Dollar was named in remembrance of the legendary Silver Dollar bar located on Washington St in Boston during the 1940s, owned by Harry Sher. Along with being an immensely popular destination for soldiers during World War Two, the Silver Dollar boasted the longest bar in the country, measuring over 100 feet. Harry's grandson Steve Sher moved to Charleston and opened the Silver Dollar at 478 King St on Dec. 30, 1999. Now the longest operating bar on upper King St, the Dollar continues to entertain our patrons with nightly live music, delicious cocktails, and innovative drink specials.
Uptown Social
Calling all social butterflies! Uptown Social is a festive neighborhood tavern with incredible food, an overflowing drink menu, and experiences you’ll never forget. A great place for dancing! Their rooftop bar features many different musicians and DJs all week! Their indoor and outdoor spaces are the perfect places to catch the games all weekend long. With 46+ TVs and four different bars, there is a spot for everyone! Stop by for Happy Hour from 5 pm to 7 pm, Monday through Friday, or bring the whole crew for some nighttime clubbing!
Republic Garden & Lounge
Charleston’s only street level garden club remains the place to be seen. With live entertainment and dancing every day of the week, the city’s best happy hour transforms into an evening swarm of Champagne and cocktails. VIP tables starting at 10:00pm.
Ink Cocktail Lounge
Charleston is known for its rich historic legacy. Built on a foundation of this history (literally), Ink creates an intersection between historic Charleston and the electric tropics of South Beach. Complete delicious bites and an open-air rooftop bar, Ink is a cocktail lounge for people who are looking for something a little extraordinary. This black light dance club is a great way to end a night of hopping!
Gilroy's Pizza Pub
End your night here! Great wings and pizza after a long night with fiends. One of the only places still serving FOOD after 10pm! Open long after last call, this place is a reliable and friendly spot to get some food on your stomach and relax while you wait for your Uber/Lyft. Pick up, dine in, or delivery