Things To Do

Sullivan's Island

Our favorite beach! Beach access points are numbered "stations" and they are public. Signs indicate where street parking is allowed. We have enjoyed eating at "The Obstinate Daughter" and have gotten snacks and drinks for the beach from the Co-Op, which is famous for their "Frose" or frozen rose (but please note, drinking is not permitted on the beach).

Husk

We went to Husk in Nashville on our first trip as a couple and loved it! We knew we had to visit the Charleston location next, and it did not disappoint! We recommend getting a reservation well in advance of your trip.

Shem Creek

A great place for dinner or drinks in Mt. Pleasant! We ate at Tavern and Table while celebrating our engagement. The restaurants and bars on Shem Creek offer beautiful sunset and water views. Check out the rooftop at Saltwater Cowboys for a great view!

Harken Cafe and the French Quarter

Great place to grab coffee or breakfast. Walk around the French Quarter to see beautiful historic homes, window boxes and cobblestone streets.

Leon's Oyster Shop

Oysters and Fried chicken! Drinks and fun atmosphere, we went twice!

NICO | Oysters + Seafood

French oyster bar, seafood and craft cocktails. We had a great time here!

The Battery

Katie's favorite place in Charleston (besides the beach)! Take a walk along the water and see beautiful, historic homes and White Point Garden.

Square Onion

Sandwiches, salads, sweets. We picked up a delicious beach lunch to go!

Shopping on King Street

Shopping at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre

There are quite a few fun stores here!

Local Breweries

On Saturdays between 12 and 8, there is a free Charleston Brewery District hop on trolley. Chris and I haven't been on the trolley, but it sounds cool! We have been to Revelry, Edmund's Oast, Baker and Brewer and tried several other local beers in the name of research, ask Chris for his recommendations!

Xiao Bao Biscuit

If you like spice, this place is really cool! We've been twice!

Coastal Crust

I loved the pizza here!

Poogan's Porch

Had a really great brunch here! Chicken and waffles, she crab soup!

Little Palm

Cool poolside bar at the Ryder Hotel

The Bar at The Spectator

Impressive craft cocktails!

Citrus Club

Beautiful rooftop views, fancy drinks!

Prohibition

Home Team BBQ

They have a location downtown and in West Ashley. We liked Home Team BBQ a lot but we've also been told we should try Lewis BBQ as well as Rodneys. Let us know if you try them all and know the winner!

History and Tours

Explore Charleston and the Historic Charleston Foundation have info about tours and historic sites