Things To Do In Charleston SC
Also posted on www.thecharlestonadventure.com This is a quick tour around Charleston South Carolina showing some of the things to do in Charleston that await visitors to this magnificent and historic city.
Charleston South Carolina, A city of history, hospitality, and a heaping dose of good ole southern charm.
Hi I'm Carl
In this short video you'll see Charleston come alive and you'll understand why one magazine recently voted it the number one tourist destination in all of America.
Something I've known for years.
One of the best ways to learn about Charleston's past is to take a tour.
And one of the fun ways to tour the city.... is in a horse drawn carriage.
That's exactly what I did on a recent visit.
As Kevin, supplied the.... uh horsepower, our knowledgable guide entertained and informed us with many interesting tidbits regarding Charleston's rich history, a city whose beginning dates back more than a hundred years before the founding of America.
Add in the picture perfect weather we enjoyed, and you've got the recipe for an experience that's hard to beat.
If exercise is more your style, one of the many walking tours may better suit your needs.
Charleston's downtown business and residential districts are compact and perfect for a relaxed and entertaining walk as you appreciate the history and beauty all around you.
At some point in your visit, you'll probably find yourself meandering through City Market, as will most of Charleston's 4 million annual visitors.
This Charleston landmark has been around since the 1790's.
Today from among the hundreds of local vendors, you can find just the right item to purchase and keep as a souvenir or to give as that special gift.
The city of Charleston proper boasts 90 properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with another 96 in the remaining parts of the county.
As you witness the variety of these restored treasures, you'll appreciate why Charleston was considered the cultural center of the antebellum South.
Since we're talking historical homes, make sure you stroll along East Battery street toward White Point Garden.
You'll enjoy the beauty of the magnificent row of stately antebellum homes that line the street to your right as Charleston harbor splashes against the battery seawall on which you walk.
Charleston's visitors also enjoy the city by water. There are numerous Harbor tours where one can get a better sense of Charleston's skyline, and with an evening cruise, enjoy a beautiful sunset as well.
Another harbor treat is to view the Ravenel bridge up close and personal. This Charleston landmark doesn't have the history that attracts so many to the Holy City, having been completed less than a decade ago, but it makes up for its newcomer status by its sheer size, spanning two and a half miles in length, and rising to the majestic height of 575 feet.
This 8 lane engineering marvel connects downtown Charleston to Mt Pleasant,
and one day a year, 40 thousand runners use it for their own personal highway in what's known as the Cooper River Bridge Run.
And who could visit Charleston and not take the boat to Fort Sumter, the scene of the first battle of the war between the States.
After a 30 minute narrated cruise, you'll step foot on the very soil where America's most bloody war began.
Once on site National Park Service Rangers will provide more details of this regrettable episode in our nation's history.
Charleston is also known for its Plantations.
You'd be hard pressed to fully understand what makes downtown Charleston what it is without visiting and learning more about the role played by these historic and massive plantations.
And while we're out and about, this is the perfect time for me to tell you that there are no less than 5 beaches within 25 miles of Charleston.
Whether your accommodations are on the beach, or you simply come to spend a peaceful sun drenched day, it's the perfect complement to your downtown Charleston adventure.
Did I hear someone say shopping?
Just so you know, King street was recently chosen as one of the 10 best shopping streets in the United States.
Whether its antiques, art, or fashion, you'll find it all.. I say... shop on!
All this activity will surely make you hungry enough to eat a horse...... oops..... sorry Kevin, my bad......
whether its fine dinning or various other award winning eateries, from barbecue to bistro, from cafe to cafeteria, from tavern to tearoom, and others too numerous to list, Charleston has it all.
Then when daylight turns to darkness, you'll have to take a break from your non stop Charleston adventure.
Charleston's travelers have access to some of the most elegant accommodations.
Whether you're looking for historic charm, a private hideaway, or unparalleled luxury, your nights in Charleston will be as perfect as your days.
Budget conscious families also have many alternatives from which to choose.
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I was in SC, Charleston 1 year ago from now, im from sweden and live in stockholm. Stockholm is a very unsocial town, aswell as sweden. As I got to charleston I could not believe how strangers talked to one another, like they had known each other from before. That would never happen in sweden, never! I can't describe the happiness i had visiting the state and I do not argue with charleston being the number 1 tourist location in the USA, I will be returning to charleston and you people who don't know where to visit this or next summer, I strongly recommend charleston, it has pretty much everything you need on your vacation! :)
@aprils7811
7 жыл бұрын
Whisperingeyee.
@minhquanle4354
7 жыл бұрын
What a lovely comment. I never hate you.
@TheTraventuresChannel
6 жыл бұрын
Have you visited again? It's still so beautiful :)
Thanks for showing what makes our city great! This is awesome Carl!
Such a wonderful city in all respects! My favorite, and I have been to all 50 states!
Went to The Wild Dunes as a child. I remembered how white and soft the beach was., the stairs and wooden paths. I just recently found The Isle of Palms! Makes me smile not matter what's going on in my life. My Very best child hood memory! Peace on earth ! Al will be my Wild Dunes..❤❤💚💚ways
I love Charleston South Carolina
Fantastic video! But something I missed was the many choices of ghost tours! I personally have taken three of these tours, and two I have taken more than once. The Ghostwalk Charleston is a great way to explore the city's mysteries by night, up close and personal. The tour guide, Tricia, is the best in the business, not only entertaining you, but also giving you the true Charleston experience, speaking in Gullah in parts of the tour, and taking you back into the old days of Charleston's history. Amazing!
I’m going to Charleston South Carolina on Saturday July 1. I’m really excited now.
Good video! Thank you!
Thanks carl
Thanks Carl -- I'm going to let everyone that I know to visit Charleston, SC.
I love Charleston. We used to vaca at a beach nearby. We would visit Charleston for a day. I would dream of living in one if the colorful town houses.
Nice video, may visit South Carolina one day.
CAN'T WAIT TO GO HERE IN AUGUST
I visit my friends in Charleston frequently and each time is a different experience. For the past 5 years, it has hosted the Low Country Jazz Festival with some of the most famous jazz artist around, for example, Boney James, Peter White, Gerald Veasley, Rick Braun, Euge Groove and many more. I attended the festival and had a blast. My next best thing is the Cooper River Bridge. It is awesome. I was at the official opening in 2005 and one of the first walkers across the bridge. I participated in one of the 10K races. It is a sight to behold. When you visit, go to the roof top at Market Pavillion at night and take in the view. It is awesome.
I'll be in town May 3rd to sing at the city market !
great short video .....came hear because of a show comming out on the bravo channel thats staged in charleston
Jeremy from jersey just subscribed
At school I'm going an a fled trip to charleston
He didn't mention that the Ravenel Bridge has a walk path on the ocean side that is popular as it has some good views of the harbor. stop in at the visitor's center on Meeting street and check out the tourist info and city bus routes . They are a good way to get about town without looking for parking. If money is tight, stay in North Charleston along I-26, (It's usually cheaper) and drive into town to visit. I'd recommend touring The Aiken-Rhett house (it's haunted) and the Nathaniel Russell House Museum. The latter is the most restored and the former is the least, but most intact "in town" plantation. No visit is complete without a visit to waterfront park with it's large porch swings, pineapple fountain and views of the harbor or White point gardens with it's beautiful oaks, cannons, old mansions and sea wall. White point is where they hung the pirates in times past. The Old Exchange building and Provost Dungeon is a cool visit. South Carolina ratified the Constitution in it's upstairs rooms. Isle of palms at the end of the IOP connecter has a Charleston county park where you can swim at the beach and shower off the sand and salt water before leaving. They also have beach items for sale and for rent. There is the whirlin waters water park in North Charleston, run by Charleston county parks that is open in the summer and is great for kids and parents who like to sun bathe. Tanger outlet mall in North Charleston is a good place for ladies who like to shop.
Would you recommend the Nathaniel Russell house or the thomas Bennett House?
Excellent! I agree that Charleston is a great place to visit. It's not too far off I-95 and I visited on my way travelling from Maryland to Florida. Here's some snapshots I made while on one of my visits. Click here --> The old mansions of Charleston, South Carolina
@TheTraventuresChannel
6 жыл бұрын
Great stuff!
This video gets a thumbs up for the Kevin the horse eating joke.
I was literally just there like a few hours ago
@malcolmbrannen
7 жыл бұрын
You are literally a hot chick
BTW, the county parks are awesome and inexpensive, with water parks, bike rentals and boat rentals.
Great place to do research, both historical and current cultural research on the racial divide in the US. From the start of the Civil War to the Charleston Church Massacre of 2015, Charleston is Mecca to the social scientist.
I am Literaly going their on friday
@malcolmbrannen
7 жыл бұрын
Well how did you like Charleston?
Thanks so much for the video, I just moved to Mount Pleasant www.drhorton.com/South-Carolina/Charleston/Mount-Pleasant and have been looking for some amazing ideas of what to do here and how to show my visiting family around and this was perfect! Thanks
I live there
The number 1 tourist destination?! More than NYC, San Francisco, Chicago, LA., Orlando? Maybe a nice place to visit, but #1?!
I'm looking to move their does anyone know if or were I might find work I'm hoping to work on fishing boats or docks. also if anyone knows of camping grounds.
@andrewp.1668
6 жыл бұрын
Dana germano wilkesman. Areas around are expensive. There is a campground relatively close to charleston in mount pleasant. Koa campground
@jodihouts6032
6 жыл бұрын
James Island county park has campsites, primitive is less than 35 bucks a night. JI is a great place to live! Good luck looking for work though....might have to settle for restaurant work but there is plenty of that!
Olá, gostaria de conhecer alguém que morasse em Charleston,SC. Pois queria ter mais informações sobre a cidade! Se alguém morar la ou conhecer alguém deixe nos comentários que entrarei em contato para ser meu mais novo amigo... Hello, I would like to meet someone who live in Charleston, SC. Because I wanted to have more information about the city! If someone live or know someone, leave comments I contact you to be my new friend ...
what about nyc??? most 1 visit place usa
"one magazine"??? come on guy
Dude literally sounds like the old creepy guy from family guy
@TheTraventuresChannel
6 жыл бұрын
lol
"War between the States" - ugh
@baritonebynight
4 жыл бұрын
At least he didn't call it the War of Northern Aggression."
Know that that flags of traitors has been taken down i would love to visit.
@cinemaslut9034
7 жыл бұрын
Edward Tames If you're that offended by that flag then you'll probably hate the town considering it has a lot of confederate history.
@coolbeans8407
6 жыл бұрын
The traitors are about to be revealed. Can you handle it? Q
@1573viking
5 жыл бұрын
No one asks you for a visit to Charleston!!!
Why a poor horse gotta pull that lazy ass people ? Go and walk !!! Or take a cap or drive ! But stop this animal abuse . Charleston beautiful city but this horse thing just made it look really bad
boring
@drifter2597
6 жыл бұрын
Daniel Cottrill It is
Just another boring ghost town in SC, won't leave there even if they'll pay me.