11
essential things to do in Charleston
South Carolina

1
Stroll the Historic District

These are the best places for groups seeking food tours in Charleston.

2
Culinary Adventures

Enslaved people brought from West Africa to the Lowcountry held onto many of their homeland traditions after slavery ended.

3
Immerse in Gullah Culture

4
Sample locally sourced spirits

The Historic Charleston Foundation protects historic buildings in the city and advocates for the preservation of gardens, parks and neighborhoods.

5
Explore Historic Homes

Fort Sumter is a sea fort built on an artificial island protecting Charleston, South Carolina from naval invasion.

6
Fort Sumter National Monument

7
Walk the Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge

8
Tour the only tea garden in the US

Flanked by creeks, marshes, rivers and the Atlantic Ocean, the Lowcountry is an ideal place for paddling trips and boat excursions.

9
Get out on the water

10
Wander the Gardens at Middleton Place

11
Visit the Old Slave Mart Museum

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