Location: Beaufort
Top Things to do in Beaufort
What to do and see in Beaufort, South Carolina (SC): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
With a pristine coastline, a rich antebellum history and a charming, historic downtown, Beaufort is more than one of the most enriching getaways in South Carolina. Here travelers discover a unique destination where stunning views of rivers, marshes and moss-hung oaks couple with authentic Lowcountry cuisine and a relaxing rhythm of life to create an experience that stays with them long after they leave.
Restaurants in Beaufort
1. The Kazoo Factory
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 732 reviews
The Kazoo Factory houses "Kazoobie Kazoos", America's only full-time manufacturer of plastic kazoos. Our building also houses "The Kazoo Museum", a wonderful collection of historic and interesting kazoos. We offer Factory Tours and a chance to make your own kazoo. Perfect for families, school groups, bus tours, and senior citizens. Our gift shop sells all kinds of kazoos and fun musical instruments. Open year round, except major holidays. Free Wi-Fi. Bus and RV Parking. Handicap Accessible. Factory tours are offered five times per day, Monday-Friday on the hours of: 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 2PM, and 3PM. Group tours are available upon request. Admission: 3 and under Free. Ages 4-11 $7. Ages 12 and up $9. Group pricing upon request.
2. Monkey's Uncle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Monkey's Uncle is a locally owned and operated store offering toys, books and events for children in Historic Downtown Beaufort, SC. We pride ourselves on carrying a wide variety of toys, games & books - everything from those that are trending and popular today, as well as those that will take parents and grandparents back to childhood and still delight today's children. Looking for a special gift? Come see us or call the store and we will be happy to help you pick out a gift. It can be wrapped and waiting for you, or we can ship it directly from the store to the recipient. Still not sure? A Monkey's Uncle Gift Card is always sure to please! Did we mention adults love our products as much as the children? Come check out our fun products and games that delight all ages!
3. Saint Peter's Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Photochic1 - Beaufort, United States
When this "new" Catholic Church was built several years ago I photographed the first wedding in it. The church and the priest and the interesting singing was fun.
4. Thibault Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By toniroger - Carlsbad, United States
I love the eclectic collections in this cozy gallery so much that we wound up buying a Large Legacy Ship piece by Eric Thibault, one of the artists and co-owner (with his lovely wife, Mary) of the gallery. (Happy Early Birthday to me!!) I have my eye on some lovely turtles that Mary Thibault painted - and I see that their art is also available online to fully enjoy! I liked the way the art was set up - just a soothing and inspiring environment that’s so hard to say goodbye to. Plenty of open space to enjoy the art. I also like the presentation of the young artist Anthony Johnson whose work is unique - a priceless piece that had me staring and reflecting for quite some time! I can’t wait to see more of his work. They are open from 10-6 Monday through Saturday, practice safe social distancing / hygiene for Covid-19 and are the most welcoming people in South Carolina- which that’s saying a lot because most everyone is welcoming. Walking into their gallery was like being invited into their homes. :) can’t wait to visit with them again!
5. Pat Conroy Literary Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 276 reviews
The Pat Conroy Literary Center educates and inspires a community of readers, writers, and teachers in and beyond our home in the South Carolina lowcountry. In honor of our namesake, one of America's best-loved writers and truth-tellers, the Conroy Center continues Pat Conroy's courageous and generous-hearted legacy as a teacher, mentor, advocate, and friend to storytellers of every kind. The nonprofit Conroy Center is South Carolina's first affiliate of the American Writers Museum and second American Library Association United for Libraries Literary Landmark. Voted as Favorite Local Museum in the 2019 Eat Stay Play Beaufort "Best of Beaufort" Awards, the Conroy Center is also winner of the 2019 Civitas Award for Tourism Leadership, presented by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Reviewed By 762elisa - Myrtle Beach, United States
I thoroughly enjoyed the virtual tour of the Center today! It was very interesting to learn new things about Pat Conroy and how the Center continues Pat Conroy’s legacy of love of reading, writing, and teaching which he wanted to pass on to others. Jonathan Haupt was delightful! I can’t wait to make the trip to see the Center in person.
6. Every Second Counts Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 185 reviews
If you seeking additional FUN or things to do while in Beaufort South Carolina visit us at our escape room on Lady's Island. Escape Rooms are the new form of live-action interactive entertainment sweeping the nation. There are different themed rooms in which groups of people participate. These groups usually consist of friends, family members, and co-workers who must work together as a team to solve a series of riddles, clues, hints, lockboxes, and strategies to complete the objectives at hand. The goal is to escape in 60 minutes or less by using your mind with critical thinking, problem-solving, team building and most importantly to have fun!
Reviewed By abcmadi123
I’ve never been to an escape room before, but this one was a real good experience. I live in a small town so I thought the business wouldn’t last but it’s been running for over a year and I keep coming back for more. I’ve done nearly all the rooms and am excited to see what’s in store for their new rooms. I first visited with my friend and her family for the DaVinci room (we escaped!). Afterwards, all I could talk about was the mystery and fun of solving such a puzzle. You’re placed in a setting that is so different that it’s enough awe on its own. The rooms are all based on such cool things, not just your average mysteries like Sherlock Holmes but real creative stories that have such detailed backgrounds. The following week I convinced my family to have a go at the Area 51 room. It was crazily bizarre and we loved it. So much bonding and fun, the time seemed to pass too quickly. I didn’t go for a while because it is expensive (although, I think this type of genre of entertainment is meant to be costly because honestly I can’t imagine it’s cheap to provide such an experience). My same friend and her family brought me back for their second go around on the Criminally Insane room. It was insane, and I loved it. We were the first group to escape (with only 30 seconds to spare) and got free T-shirts! Afterwards, the owners came back and explained certain aspects of the room that people find challenging or just interesting facts as well as praising and critiquing our teamwork. You can see the excitement light up in their eyes as they rush into details concerning these magnificent realities they’ve placed customers in. They truly love what they do and I think that itself enhances the experience. A week later I was back with a mixed party of friends and family to do Grandpa Jack’s Attic and was not let down at all. No spoilers but having seen 4 rooms I absolutely love how the background of the story affects such minor details in the rooms like even size (don’t think that’s a spoiler especially considering I worded it so oddly it’s kind of confusing on its own). Anyways, we escaped with 7 minutes left and I’m excited to do the final room in the future if I can find a party who hasn’t completed it. I know this is long, and thanks to anyone who kept up with my long winded review. Just wanted to express every detail of how much I love this business, and not only the originality of the rooms, but the workers whose joys and excitements amplify the experience.
7. John Mark Verdier House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Historic home that dates to the 1790s, is open as a museum.
Reviewed By mrassist - Beaufort, United States
Delightful docents, authentic house museum”- a window into another era. The downstairs exhibit changes, and is always nicely done (I have been many times).
8. The Chocolate Tree
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By elandja - Apex, United States
We usually find the place for chocolate wherever we go as a special treat. Learned about this after taking a tour that mentioned this was the place Tom Hanks selected the chocolate for his "life is a box of chocolates" scene in Forest Gump. The guide and Tom were right -- so very good -- so many choices -- so worth the visit-- event walking in the rain.
9. Beaufort Arts Council
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
The Beaufort Arts Council is a collaborative arts center in beautiful Beaufort, SC. Taking the best the Lowcountry has to offer, the BAC supports artists and shares art experiences with residents and visitors alike through Mather Academy. Mather Academy, made possible by the BAC, and in cooperation with the Technical College of the Lowcountry, Mather Academy serves as the educational institute by which people can learn and participate in craft, culinary, visual, performing, and functional arts.
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