Location: Downtown
Top Things to do in Downtown
The 10 Best Things to do in Downtown, South Carolina (SC)
Historic Charleston is bursting with Southern charm and hospitality. The city feels a bit like it’s suspended in time, thanks to its antebellum architecture and surrounding plantation landscapes. Take in incredible views of the Battery and the French Quarter as you stroll the Waterfront Park, then become inspired by the cultivated beauty of the gardens at Middleton Place. At night, try a ghost tour for an introduction to the spooky side of the city.
Restaurants in Charleston
1. Worthwhile
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
2. Hydrofly Watersports
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5.0 based on 158 reviews
Hydrofly is the premier water sports company located in downtown Charleston. Our staff is dedicated to providing an unforgettable water experience in the low country. Whether its flyboading, paddleboarding, kayaking, private boat charters, jet ski tours, or fishing charters, call us today and lets book your next water excursion!
3. Classic Carriage Works, LLC
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5.0 based on 1,024 reviews
Classic Carriage Works, LLC. is Charleston's premier provider of high quality carriage tours and carriage service. We hold our customers, horses and employees in the highest regard - taking the utmost care of each. Our tours are personalized by the tour guides and tailored to the interest of the passengers as questions are asked. Take one of our tours and see the difference!
4. Charleston Old Walled City Walking Tours
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5.0 based on 215 reviews
Tour Charleston's Historic Sites with Al Ray, seventh generation Charleston native and licensed guide for 35 years. Enjoy the Old Walled City Walking Tour at 10 AM Mon -Sat and at 1:30 on Sunday. Walking Tours depart from 108 Meeting Street at the Historic Charleston Foundation Gift Shop. The Home and Garden Walking Tour, The Slavery and Freedom Tour and the Charleston Ghost Tour are offered by appointment. Call for rates to tour Charleston privately with Al on foot or by car any day of the week at a time convenient for your schedule. Tours offered Monday through Sunday, Reservations Please!
5. One Of A Kind
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
Celebrating our 19th year in business. We represent Frogman, Satava Art Glass, Storypeople, Rollin Karg Art Glass, Glass Eye Studio, Kitras Glass, Andy Brinkley, as well as 100+ artists from all over the US. We have a great selection of hand crafted jewelry, ornaments, pottery (raku, whimsical and functional), wall art (copper and brass trees), pet prints, gullah dolls, kaleidoscopes, mobiles and wind chimes, tiles, lots of dog and cat art, and much more! Check out our human size copper frogs. We constantly bring in new artists to delight our new customers and returning patrons.
Reviewed By pierce96
We found so many gift ideas here for those who have everything and hard to buy for. The lady working in there is so knowledgeable and friendly, and we consider this shop one of our favorite stores in Charleston. Our group visited twice during our stay and picked up some fantastic gifts for Christmas plus some things for ourselves. You should go check it out.
6. Charleston Perspective Walking Tour
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5.0 based on 759 reviews
Join a local Charlestonian for a personalized local perspective of the history and characters of the city. All of our guides are licensed locals who possess a knowledge and love of Charleston which will give a unique and accurate understanding of the rich history here. End the tour in the private courtyard of the Middleton Family home, built in 1783, located in the heart of the walled city district. The history of the city will come alive through the bricks and mortar still standing.
7. Thomas Elfe House
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
8. St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church
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4.5 based on 46 reviews
A beautiful Catholic church built in 1839.
Reviewed By LiketoeatCincinnati - Cincinnati, United States
This is a very beautiful Catholic Church in downtown Charleston. One is allowed to visit. Though the statues were covered, the stained glass was wonderful.
9. Gibbes Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 121 reviews
The Gibbes Museum enhances lives through art by engaging people of every background and experience with art and artists of enduring quality, by collecting and preserving art that touches Charleston, and by providing opportunities to learn, to discover, to enjoy, and to be inspired by the creative process. Recognized among the oldest arts organizations in the United States, the Gibbes has played a significant role in shaping the careers of American artists for over a century. The Museum connects the city and region's artistic past to a vibrant contemporary art scene.
Reviewed By rmhiester - Charleston, United States
The Gibbes is a fabulous art museum in Charleston that offers something for everyone. It's not overwhelming and easy to see in a couple of hours. The mobile app is great and has a variety of tour themes. The building is beautiful, especially the stained glass dome of the rotunda! From colonial through contemporary art, the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions explore the history of Charleston and the southern region. Their visiting artist series is a fun way to meet working artists in different mediums (I've met a Weaver and a taxidermy artist!) and the program schedule offers fun connections to what's on view. The garden concerts in the spring and fall are particularly fun, and the Gibbes on the Street event in April/May of each year is one of the best events in town.
10. Ghosts of The South
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4.5 based on 232 reviews
In business for 15 years. We offer nightly GHOST TOURS. We visit sights that have been on the HISTORY CHANNEL/DISCOVERY CHANNEL and GHOST ADVENTURS. All our guides are experts in Charleston's haunted history.
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