Location: French Quarter
Top Things to do in French Quarter
Things to do in Charleston, South Carolina (SC): The Best Sights & Landmarks
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. French Huguenot Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
This beautiful church dates back to 1844 and is the only French Hugenot church in the country that still gives the liturgy in French.
Reviewed By WC-Travelers-75
This is the Must-See Church in Charleston. Interesting exterior architecture and a simple but beautiful interior. Its history is literally written on its walls.Only one that invited people to enter. Docent was helpful in providing a brief history. Particularly note the plaque of the number of Presidents of Huguenot descent Don't forget to leave donations!!!
2. Thomas Elfe House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
3. St. Philip's Church
Overall Ratings
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. Charleston City Hall
5. Circular Congregational Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 190 reviews
Reviewed By WC-Travelers-75
A stop on our walking tour. Different architecture than any other building we saw in Charleston. Very old cemetery with tales to tell. We did not go in the church. Worth 10 or 15 minutes of your time in Charleston.
6. Pineapple Fountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 574 reviews
Reviewed By carolrecord - Anniston, United States
This really lovely fountain is an iconic spot in Charleston, and a great spot for photos. Take some photos here and then enjoy a lovely walk along the waterside park.
7. The Powder Magazine
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 125 reviews
The Powder Magazine is South Carolina's oldest public building. It was constructed in 1713 for gunpowder storage and now stands as a colonial military history museum.
Reviewed By natashaj753
Self guided tour with lots of information. If you bought a ticket for something else in the city, for example the Palmetto carriage rides, you can get in for free. This was a very interesting place to visit, very relaxing as well. Would definitely recommend.
8. Pink House Gallery
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4.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
The Pink House, an historic house and art gallery located at 17 Chalmers Street in Charleston, South Carolina, isn't to be confused with the Pinke House restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. Built between 1694 and 1712 of pinkish Bermuda stone by John Breton in the city's French Quarter, is one of the oldest buildings in South Carolina and is the second oldest residence in Charleston after the Colonel William Rhett House. The tile gambrel roof dates to the 18th century. In the 1750s, the building was a tavern. The artist Alice R. Huger Smith used the house as a studio in the early 20th century. Today, it features an art gallery.
9. Philadelphia Alley
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By CharlieV2011 - Chicago, United States
If you do a walking tour, you may go through this cool historic alley and pick up some historic tidbits. It truly is a nice alley. If you are not doing a tour, research duels, research the name, and take a look at the houses and the “bolt” like attachments on the houses. Fascinating history in a small, but beautiful alley!
10. Historic Charleston Foundation
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 38 reviews
Located in a renovated gas station (c. 1930), Shop Historic Charleston's flagship store at 108 Meeting Street offers jewelry, food, tea, local art, and more quintessential Charleston gifts. In addition to the casual furnishings and garden and home décor you will find, Shop Historic Charleston boasts the city's largest bookstore dedicated to history, architecture, preservation, garden design and Lowcountry cuisine.
Reviewed By joyceftalbot - Georgetown, United States
I needed to pick up a "Thank You" gift for the owners of the home we were visiting and thought immediately of the Foundation's gift shop. I found a lovely little book, some fabulous local jams, napkins and local honey....just the thing for a gift!
