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Historical Things to Do in Charleston, SC

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People come to Charleston for many reasons – architecture, food, beaches and cultural events. Yet one of the main draws for Charleston is her incredible past. From Colonial times to the Civil War, this city by the sea played a prominent role in the country’s history. The Charleston area has numerous museums and historical attractions […]

25+ Free Things to Do in Charleston SC

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Whether you love history, nature, architecture, dining or shopping, you won’t have trouble finding things to do in Charleston. The good news is that there are some terrific attractions and activities that won’t bust your vacation budget. We’ve put together a list of 25 free things to do in Charleston. All activities are free unless […]

Charleston Shopping Guide

Shopping in Charleston SC

Take advantage of Charleston’s shopping centers, local boutiques and markets. Pick up handcrafted items for gifts and souvenirs. Downtown Charleston King Street is a shopper’s paradise lined with national retailers, locally owned boutiques with clothing, housewares and handmade items. If you’re in the market for rare finds, make your way down Lower King Street (south […]

Video of the Charleston City Market – Famous Landmark – Traveler TV

The Charleston City Market is a favorite destination for visitors. There are many fun things to do here that include shopping local vendors, finding the perfect sweetgrass basket made by hand, eating at a popular restaurant, bars, or taking a carriage tour. More detailed information regarding the City Market

What to Do Labor Day Weekend in Charleston

Labor Day in Charleston

Labor Day is just around the corner – that last weekend hurrah to bid farewell to summer and usher in the beginnings of fall with football, cooler temperatures and all things pumpkin flavored. But, hey, let’s not end summer too quickly. Use the long Labor Day weekend to squeeze in as much fun as possible. […]

When it Turns Chilly in Charleston

Hey, guess what?! We had some winter here in Charleston. Last week, our fair city pretty much shut down thanks to freezing rain and ice. Sure, our friends to the North thought we were blowing things out of proportion but you have to remember, the Southeast doesn’t really do “winter” so we don’t have things […]

Strolling Downtown Charleston at Christmas

In the days leading up to Christmas, we enjoyed some incredible weather here in Charleston. Forget winter boots – it was flip-flop weather! The usual Second Sunday on King Street event was extended during December and we took advantage of the warm weather and the fact a portion of King Street was closed to vehicle […]

Where to Shop in Charleston

You can truly shop ’til you drop in the Lowcountry. We have some create shopping centers, malls and plenty of local boutiques to keep your bags filled (can’t say the same for your wallet, though!). Downtown Charleston Spend the day walking King Street with its clothing boutiques, shoe stores, gift shops and more. Start near […]

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