- Our list of the best things to do in Charleston, South Carolina, features the top 182 nearby activities — including 105 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Charleston, SC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Places, and Tours.
- The results below include the top 33 things to do within the city of Charleston, SC , followed by 149 popular activities in nearby cities, including Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Folly Beach, Johns Island, Summerville, Kiawah Island, Isle of Palms, Goose Creek, Sullivan's Island, Seabrook Island, Edisto Island, Wadmalaw Island, Awendaw and Moncks Corner
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Embark on a walking photography workshop that is designed to develop photography skills and explore the city of Charleston simultaneously
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The Natural History Museum offers guests the opportunity to learn about some of the research efforts of the College of Charleston's Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences. The location also features a gift shop for guests seeking to take home a souvenir.
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Home to one of the finest furniture craftsman of the 18th century, the Thomas Elfe House is filled with beautiful furniture and decorations. The house remains almost entirely in its original state and is equipped with authentic tools and accents.
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Treasure Island is a shopping destination that sells souvenirs and other items related to life on the beach, including bathing suits and shoes. Guests who are seeking to purchase beach toys for their children to enjoy may appreciate what this site has to offer.
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Patriots Point is a naval and maritime museum that consists of an aircraft carrier with 29 aircraft on display from WWII to the present, a destroyer and submarine. Helicopter tours are available and last 5 to 20 minutes.
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
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40 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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The most famous exhibit at the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is the USS Yorktown, an American aircraft carrier used during the Second World War. The museum also contains smaller vessels, weapons, uniforms, historic maps, documents and other ephemera.
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A way to ride from harbor to harbor on the water is through the Charleston Water Taxi. Sightseeing tours and cruises are also available. Kids 3 years old and under ride for free.
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24 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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Both sailing charters and sailing instruction can be arranged through the OnDeck Charleston Ocean Sailing Academy. The yachts in their fleet range from 26 to 47 feet in size, and the boats can be rented for private charters for two to six individuals.
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24 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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Learn how to sail and navigate on a boat and book a charter for parties or private use with Ocean Sailing Academy. There are ranges of classes for those with or without experience.
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Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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An afternoon on the water of Charleston Harbor is the primary service offered by Classic Charleston Sailing. The company has its own 42 foot classic ocean-going sailing vessel and can be booked for a variety of private sailing charter packages.
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Take a tour of the Cold War memorial, Vietnam memorial, and exhibits in the Patriots Point Cold War Submarine Memorial. Learn about the different submarines, aircrafts, and the Medal of Honor museum. Educational programs are available as well as overnight camping.