Guidebook for Charleston
Food Scene
Great little place at the end of our road. Takes less then 2 minutes to walk there. The food is INCREDIBLE and fairly priced. Great drinks, craft beer, and live music a few nights a week. Open till 2, great atmosphere!
43 locals recommend
Maybank Public House
1970 Maybank HwyGreat little place at the end of our road. Takes less then 2 minutes to walk there. The food is INCREDIBLE and fairly priced. Great drinks, craft beer, and live music a few nights a week. Open till 2, great atmosphere!
If you love oysters this is the place for you! Best raw seafood in Charleston!
154 locals recommend
167 Raw
193 King StIf you love oysters this is the place for you! Best raw seafood in Charleston!
Great place to go if you have a group with different tastes, a little bit of everything to choose from.
21 locals recommend
Caviar & Bananas - Gourmet Market & Cafe
51 George StGreat place to go if you have a group with different tastes, a little bit of everything to choose from.
Toast
155 Meeting StSome great low-country specialties
The place to go for a special occasion. The food is incredible and the service is over the top.
306 locals recommend
Halls Chophouse
434 King StThe place to go for a special occasion. The food is incredible and the service is over the top.
Right up the street from the house. If you have luck fishing on our dock, you can bring your fresh catch here and they will fillet and cook it for you for a reasonable price.
54 locals recommend
Charleston Crab House
145 Wappoo Creek DrRight up the street from the house. If you have luck fishing on our dock, you can bring your fresh catch here and they will fillet and cook it for you for a reasonable price.
Small local coffee shop right near the house in the Harris Teeter parking lot. Try the Lavender and honey latte!
45 locals recommend
Muddy Waters Coffee Bar
1739 Maybank HwySmall local coffee shop right near the house in the Harris Teeter parking lot. Try the Lavender and honey latte!
Carolina Ale House
145 Calhoun StSports bar & restaurant with a great rooftop deck downtown.
Located right off the market, the menu never disappoints.
19 locals recommend
Oyster House Seafood Restaurant
35 S Market StLocated right off the market, the menu never disappoints.
Arts & Culture
Best spot to walk to on Sunday! Located in the parking lot behind the Pour House, across Maybank Hwy, this is where the locals go. Local artisans, live music, food trucks, fresh fruits and veggies. This is our favorite thing about Sundays. Be sure to walk into the back of the Pour House to grab a drink and check out the deck, they always have a great band on Sundays! Kid friendly. Upscale brunch also available inside Pour House on Sundays.
29 locals recommend
Sunday Brunch Farmers Market
1977 Maybank HwyBest spot to walk to on Sunday! Located in the parking lot behind the Pour House, across Maybank Hwy, this is where the locals go. Local artisans, live music, food trucks, fresh fruits and veggies. This is our favorite thing about Sundays. Be sure to walk into the back of the Pour House to grab a drink and check out the deck, they always have a great band on Sundays! Kid friendly. Upscale brunch also available inside Pour House on Sundays.
Walk the open air market and browse the local merchandise. Great place to shop for souvenirs and gifts.
364 locals recommend
Historic Charleston City Market
188 Meeting StWalk the open air market and browse the local merchandise. Great place to shop for souvenirs and gifts.
Parks & Nature
This park is great for families and any one looking for outdoor fun. A few of our favorite activities are the rock climbing walls, public fishing dock, and frisbee golf course.
234 locals recommend
James Island County Park
871 Riverland DrThis park is great for families and any one looking for outdoor fun. A few of our favorite activities are the rock climbing walls, public fishing dock, and frisbee golf course.
The Angel Oak Tree is estimated to be in excess of 400-500 years old, stands 66.5 ft (20 m) tall, measures 28 ft (8.5 m) in circumference, and produces shade that covers 17,200 square feet (1,600 m2). This beautiful tree is a Charleston landmark and stunning to see in person. Short drive from the house, about 15 minutes.
440 locals recommend
Angel Oak Tree
3688 Angel Oak RdThe Angel Oak Tree is estimated to be in excess of 400-500 years old, stands 66.5 ft (20 m) tall, measures 28 ft (8.5 m) in circumference, and produces shade that covers 17,200 square feet (1,600 m2). This beautiful tree is a Charleston landmark and stunning to see in person. Short drive from the house, about 15 minutes.
Folly Beach
East Ashley AvenueBeautiful beach with lots of fun restaurants and shops close by.
The Battery
Great spot to walk the harbor.
Beautiful views of the harbor and Ravenel bridge, as well as Pineapple Fountain
321 locals recommend
Waterfront Park
Concord StreetBeautiful views of the harbor and Ravenel bridge, as well as Pineapple Fountain
Shopping
King Street
King StreetTons of shops and a great area of Charleston to explore.
Citadel Mall
2070 Sam Rittenberg BlvdDrinks & Nightlife
Love the atmosphere here, featuring exposed beams and a rustic/ urban design. Great drinks and live music here and there.
209 locals recommend
The Cocktail Club
479 King StLove the atmosphere here, featuring exposed beams and a rustic/ urban design. Great drinks and live music here and there.
The out back deck is family friendly during the day and a great place to listen to live music. Inside usually has a cover at night but you can find live music here almost 7 days a week. Also walking distance from our home.
177 locals recommend
The Charleston Pour House
1977 Maybank HwyThe out back deck is family friendly during the day and a great place to listen to live music. Inside usually has a cover at night but you can find live music here almost 7 days a week. Also walking distance from our home.
Voted best rooftop bar in Charleston 7 years in a row. Great place to stop for afternoon cocktails and enjoy the view.
119 locals recommend
The Rooftop Bar at The Vendue
19 Vendue RangeVoted best rooftop bar in Charleston 7 years in a row. Great place to stop for afternoon cocktails and enjoy the view.
We love that this place has ping pong tables in the back. Fun place to grab a drink and play ping pong.
37 locals recommend
HoM Charleston
We love that this place has ping pong tables in the back. Fun place to grab a drink and play ping pong.
If your looking to dance, republic is a trendy bar that has a VIP lounge and dj inside, as well as live music usually outside.
81 locals recommend
Republic Garden & Lounge
462 King StIf your looking to dance, republic is a trendy bar that has a VIP lounge and dj inside, as well as live music usually outside.
Sightseeing
Take the beautiful boat ride out to explore Fort Sumter. Fun activity for families.
501 locals recommend
Fort Sumter National Monument
Take the beautiful boat ride out to explore Fort Sumter. Fun activity for families.
Rainbow Row
83-107 E Bay StThe iconic rainbow row, brightly painted historic homes.
The pedestrian path along the bridge provides breathtaking views of downtown and the harbor from the top. One of our favorite ways to start the day. Convenient parking from either side of the bridge.
64 locals recommend
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
The pedestrian path along the bridge provides breathtaking views of downtown and the harbor from the top. One of our favorite ways to start the day. Convenient parking from either side of the bridge.
Entertainment & Activities
South Carolina Aquarium
100 Aquarium WharfGreat place for families
Walking distance from the house. Small theater with comfy seats. Serve craft beer and great snacks!
118 locals recommend
The Terrace Theater
1956d Maybank HwyWalking distance from the house. Small theater with comfy seats. Serve craft beer and great snacks!
Escape in 60
45 S Market StFun group activity, family friendly.