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Things to do in Charleston SC
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items From pastel-painted streets to salty harbor breezes, Charleston is a city that blends Southern charm, deep history, and easygoing coastal vibes. This list pulls together my favorite must-dos — from strolling past Rainbow Row and swinging at Waterfron...
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If you’re in Charleston or visiting, Waterfront Park is a must-see. It strikes a good balance between natural beauty and easy access, offering both relaxation and some of the best waterside views in the city. For a calm, scenic pause in your day (or ...
Charleston Waterfront Park
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If you’re looking for a fun, casual day trip out of Charleston with kids (or just animal lovers), Bee City is a gem. It’s not a huge zoo, but its charm comes from the interactive experiences, honeybee education, and the relaxed, hands-on vibe. Great ...
Bee City Zoo & Honey Bee Farm
The pastel-painted houses are as photogenic in person as they are on Instagram. Stroll, snap pics, and soak in the history behind these 18th-century homes.
Rainbow Row
Four blocks of sweetgrass baskets, local art, and Southern flavors. It’s touristy but worth it — grab a praline while you browse.
Charleston City Market
Shady oak trees, cannons, and sweeping water views. A slow walk here feels like stepping back in time.
White Point Garden - Park Finder
From antique shops to chic boutiques, King Street has a little bit of everything. Perfect for fashion finds or quirky Charleston souvenirs.
The Shops at The Charleston Place
History buffs, this one’s for you. Take the ferry ride out and see where the first shots of the Civil War were fired.
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park (U.S. National Park ...
A short drive from downtown, but worth it. This massive live oak is 400–500 years old and looks like it belongs in a fairytale.
Angel Oak Tree
Seafood shacks + dockside bars + kayaks sliding by. It’s laid-back, local, and a great place to watch the sunset with a cold drink in hand.
Shem Creek Waterfront
Right on the harbor, this aquarium mixes gorgeous views with hands-on fun. From the giant ocean tank full of sharks and rays to the Sea Turtle Care Center where rescued turtles get a second chance, it’s part adventure, part conservation. Not the bigg...
South Carolina Aquarium
If you want the full Charleston story — spooky, tasty, and historic — Bulldog is the go-to. Their ghost tours take you inside old jails and graveyards, their food walks hit the city’s best bites, and their daytime history tours weave in legends and l...
Bulldog Tours: Charleston's Best Food, Ghost & History Walking Tours
Peek through wrought-iron gates downtown; many walking tours include access to hidden courtyards and gardens that most never see.
South of Broad Houses and Gardens | Bulldog Tours in Charleston, SC
A little out of the way, but catching the silhouette of the lighthouse off Folly Beach at sunset is pure magic.
See the Morris Island Lighthouse
Everyone knows the main museum, but the attached Heyward-Washington House and Joseph Manigault House are hidden gems for architecture buffs.
Heyward-Washington House
Tucked inside campus, this oak-shaded courtyard with a historic cistern feels like a secret garden right in the middle of the city.
The Cistern - College of Charleston
🌿 Historic + Scenic — Birthplace of South Carolina (1670 settlement), with gardens, oak alleys, marsh views, and 6 miles of trails.
🚢 Replica Ship — Explore “The Adventure,” a 17th-century trading vessel.
🦫 Animal Forest — See native wildlife like...
Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
Cypress Gardens – A Fairytale Swamp Escape 🌿🛶
Glide through a cypress & tupelo swamp straight out of a movie (literally — The Notebook filmed here). Between the rowboats, the Butterfly House, and the Swamparium, it’s part nature walk, part hidd...
Cypress Gardens