Location: Charleston
Top Things to do in Charleston
Things to do in Charleston, South Carolina (SC): The Best Sacred & Religious Sites
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.
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1. St. Michael's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 789 reviews
Charleston's oldest church has been tolling its bells on the hour since 1764. Dynamic Downtown Worship in the Anglican Tradition
Reviewed By yellowstone1 - Williamsburg, United States
We went from our hotel, French Quarter Inn (great hotel and I would most recommend this place but it is expensive but you get a lot for the price) actually we were on a private tour and Linda stopped to let us see this holy place and we were able to enter the sanctuary and see the Tiffany glass windows and the pulpit and the pew where George Washington attended services.
2. Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim
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4.5 based on 621 reviews
Tours of KKBE include a docent-led tour of the gallery, archival museum, and our newly-renovated our Sanctuary, as well as a professional, 20-minute documentary video about our Sanctuary. We are looking forward to welcoming guests to our historic Sanctuary as soon as we are able to re-open.
Reviewed By fantasticv0yage
Sadly closed due to the pandemic, this is the second oldest synagogue in the US (after Truro in Newport, Rhode Island), the oldest continuous Jewish congregation in the US, and the founders of the American Reform movement in the early 1800s. More Greek temple than Jewish temple, this is an important part of US history whatever your religion.
3. St. Philip's Church
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4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By ArizonaTravelers42 - Garden City Beach, United States
This was our first visit to St. Philip's Anglican Church. The sanctuary is beautiful and the spirit of the congregation even more so. Never have we felt so welcome.
4. Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
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4.5 based on 985 reviews
Reviewed By CARL89132 - Las Vegas, United States
"Awesome history of the church ! Loved learning about all the historical places along our walking tour and stopping back to light a candle.
5. First (Scots) Presbyterian Church
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By daearz77 - Charleston, United States
This is worth a stop if you’re conducting a walking tour. The church is a really pretty sight and doesn’t take long to see from the outside.
6. Unitarian Church in Charleston
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4.5 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By Adventure_Advisor
The day we were there two docents who took the time to show us around the church and grounds. We learned much about the history of the church and Charleston. The graveyard is the most scenic and interesting of all. A nighttime visit courtesy of a ghost tour was very informative.
7. Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By EvanGuthrie - Charleston, United States
Mother Emanuel AME Church on Calhoun Street in Charleston is a beautiful and historic church that embodies the spirit of Charleston and does much in the community. The church is warm and welcoming and I have had a really good experience every time I have been here for a service or an event. Everyone here is very nice and makes you feel good. They are well worth a visit.
8. Brith Shalom Beth Israel Synagogue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
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