One of my all-time favorite places in the world is Charleston, SC. There is so much to see and do, especially if you love history. Charleston is the epitome of the Old South and Southern Charm. There is something for everyone in this beautiful area, whether you want to shop, dine, soak in the sun, see the sights, or just relax. In this guide, I am sharing some of my favorite must-see, must-visit places in the Charleston area. The Summer may be drawing to a close, but personally, I think Fall is one of the best times to visit Charleston. Plus, it’s the South so the heat lingers long after Summer officially comes to a close.
Sightseeing
- Historic Downtown (Battery, City Market, Pineapple Fountain, Rainbow Row, Old Exchange)
- Boone Hall
- Middleton Place
- The Citadel
- Fort Sumter
- Drayton Hall
- Cypress Gardens
Shopping Areas
- King St
- Market St
- Towne Centre
Restaurants
- Kudzu Bakery & Market (Breakfast, Lunch)
- Taco Boy (Lunch, Dinner)
- Maple Street Biscuit (Breakfast, Lunch)
- Jack’s Cosmic Dogs (Lunch, Dinner)
- Page’s Okra Grill (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Mozzo Deli (Breakfast, Lunch)
- HomeTeam BBQ (Lunch, Dinner)
- Fleet’s Landing (Lunch, Dinner)
- Poe’s Tavern (Lunch, Dinner)
Beaches
- Sullivan Island
- Isle of Palms
- Folly Beach
- Kiawah Island
Stay
- Charleston Place
- French Quarter Inn
- Hilton Garden Inn
- Rentals
Gracie Waldrop 