In this post, we share everything you need to know about visiting Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. There are several plantations in the Charleston area, but few are as historic and notable as Magnolia. Updated for 2023. Hours and Directions Open 364 days a year, including all major holidays EXCEPT Christmas Day. Magnolia is located at 3550 Ashley […]
In this post, we share everything you need to know about visiting the South Carolina Aquarium. A popular attraction amongst both locals and visitors, the Charleston Aquarium is a great place to visit any time of year. Hours & Tickets Tickets: Aquarium utilizes a dynamic ticket calendar. Thus admission ticket prices differ on a daily […]
This post covers how to take a tour of Fort Sumter, how to reach the boats, and a visitors guide for when you are on the island.
This map shows the stops on our audio tour which you can purchase here. If you'd like to add this map to your Google Maps app so you can follow along using GPS, just click the square bracket in the upper right hand corner. Helpful hint: If you want to use Google Maps without using […]
Charleston is widely considered one of the most haunted cities in the United States of America. This post reviews and compares the various Charleston ghost tours, including our "pay-what-you-wish" option. There are many options, including walking tours, carriage trips, prison visits, and pub crawls. Disclosure: While we think you should take our tour, we have listed […]
This post is about the historic Rainbow Row in Charleston, South Carolina. We'll give you the background story, show you how to get here, and explain why they might be painted in such interesting colors. Let's get started. An iconic site in Charleston and visited on our Historic Charleston tour, is Rainbow Row. […]
One of the first things visitors to Charleston notice is the number of long and narrow homes that display beautiful covered porches. The Charleston Single House is an icon of Charleston architecture and their construction dates back to near the origins of the City of Charles Town in the 1680s. The single house […]
This post compares and reviews the various Charleston plantation tours available to you. This way you can choose the best one for you and know what to expect on your visit.
This post provides details about airport transfers to the downtown area of Charleston, including information about buses, shuttles, private transfers, taxis, and more. Bus Shuttle Taxi/Uber Private Transfer Free Hotel Shuttles If you are staying at one of the major hotels in downtown Charleston, chances are that they actually offer free shuttles from the airport […]
Here is where to park in Charleston - Parking in Charleston is rather easy if you know where to look. Parking in Charleston Historic District If you want to reserve a spot in advance and get a discount on parking spots, the parking app SpotHero has a few lots that offer reserved hourly parking. BOOK […]
This post covers the best things to do in Charleston in June including free family-friendly things to do and activities, update for 2020. Be sure to check out our master post on things to do in Charleston at any time of the year for even more ideas.
This post covers the best things to do in Charleston in March, including nighttime, free, as well as family-friendly events and activities.
This post covers the best things to do in Charleston in February, including nighttime, free, as well as family-friendly things to do and activities, update for 2020. Be sure to check out our master post, Things to Do in Charleston, for even more ideas. TOP 10 EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO IN FEBRUARY […]
This post covers the best things to do in Charleston in January and has been updated for 2023. It includes our top ten list, as well as evening, free, and family-friendly activities. Top 10 Nighttime Activities Free Things to Do Family-Friendly Tourist Attraction Discounts Things to Do in Charleston TOP 10 EVENTS AND THINGS TO […]
This post tells you everything you need to know about riding the DASH trolley, the free trolley through Charleston. For all the things to see and do in Charleston, many of which are on the DASH line, check out our master post, Things to Do in Charleston, for even more ideas. What is the DASH […]
This post covers the best things to do in Charleston in December, including events, performances, free, family-friendly, as well as nighttime activities, all updated for 2019. TOP 10 EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO IN CHARLESTON IN DECEMBER This section covers our top ten things to do in Charleston in December.
