Charleston Local Area Information

Charleston Golf Guide
Charleston Golf Guide: directory for Charleston golf courses, Charleston hotels, golf vacations, Charleston golf packages, Charleston tourism and recreation. The premier guide to golf in South Carolina.

Charleston Sport Fishing Charters
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Yates Fishing Charters
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Shallow Thoughts Inshore Fishing
Inshore light tackle fishing in Charleston, SC with Captain Jeremy Espiritu.

Piccolo Spoleto Festival
In this, the festival’s 30th year, Spoleto Festival USA is as exciting as ever. Headlined by operas, ballets and theatrical productions, visitors flock to Charleston for this celebration of the arts. Piccolo Spoleto is primarily for local performers to exhibit their talents. Annual participants in Piccolo Spoleto include but are not limited to the regionally acclaimed Taylor Festival Choir, the nationally renowned College of Charleston Concert Choir and Madrigal Singers, the Celtic fiddling ensemble Na Fidleiri, CSO Orchestra and Chorus and the famous Westminster Choir. The Piccolo Spoleto Festival is funded in part by grants from the City of Charleston; Charleston County; South Carolina Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency; and the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism.

Boone Hall Plantation
As one of the oldest living, working plantations in America, Boone Hall Plantation has been producing crops for over 320 years. Traditionally cotton and pecans have been the two primary crops but today, Boone Hall Plantation offers visitors a variety of fruits and vegetables including peaches, strawberries, tomatoes, pumpkins and so many more. The most recognizable feature of Boone Hall is the Avenue of Oaks, comprised of 90 Live Oak trees, leading three-quarter of a mile from the entrance to the historic plantation mansion.

Charleston City Marina
The Charleston City Marina features the longest free standing floating fuel dock n the Southeast, 19,000 feet of dock space and covers forty acres of water. Amenities of the City Marina include but are not limited to Downtown Charleston shuttle services, floating bathhouse, cable television, free wireless internet access, convenience store and volume fuel discounts.

Charleston Harbor Marina
Charleston Harbor Marina is the largest marina in South Carolina. Gorgeous views of the Charleston skyline and Fort Sumter highlight the views from the marina. The amenities at Charleston Harbor include a pool, jacuzzi, Mini Mariners Children’s Program, and fitness facilities. The “Reel Bar” and “The Grille” Restaurant featuring creative Lowcountry cuisines are both located at the marina’s hotel.

Charleston Maritime Festival
Formerly Charleston Maritime Festival, the Charleston Harbor Fest celebrates the fun and excitement of boating and extreme water sports. In 2008, the Charleston Harbor Fest expanded to both sides of Charleston Harbor and featured the Water Action Village Expo (WAVE) introducing all attendees to extreme water sports, modern boating, marine sports equipment, water sports, boating, kayaking, kite boarding, and surfing vendors.

Charleston RiverDogs
The Charleston Riverdogs are the Single-A Minor League affiliate of the New York Yankees. Locals enjoy a fun-filled evening of baseball action and the beautiful, riverside Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park (The Joe). Grab the family and come on down to “The Joe” for a hotdog, a cold beverage and Riverdogs baseball action!

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Cypress Gardens
Cypress Gardens offers visitors a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of the city where they can experience the natural beauty of South Carolina. Explore the swamps on a flat bottom boat or hike one of many nature trails. Cypress Gardens attractions include, but are not limited to the Butterfly House, Aquarium, Reptile Center, Crocodile Isle & Aviary.

Drayton Hall
Drayton Hall, a National Historic Trust Site, has been preserved in its near-original condition by the Historic Trust since the Drayton family turned the plantation over to them in 1974. Drayton Hall has survived the American Revolution, the American Civil War, the earthquake of 1886 and hurricanes such as Hurricane Hugo. Tours of the plantation occur daily and it is a must see to all history enthusiasts.

Isle of Palms Marina
The Isle of Palms (IOP) Marina is the perfect place to “tie up and wind down.” It’s convenient location provides travelers access to beautiful beaches, luxury oceanfront accommodations, Wild Dunes Golf Course, and shopping at the Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre. Marina amenities include cable television, complimentary wireless internet, and private showers & sauna.

Middleton Place Plantation
The Middleton Place Plantation is a carefully preserved National Historic Landmark and offers visitors daily tours of the Gardens, the House Museum, and the Plantation Stable Yards. Middleton place offers luxurious accommodations as well as The Middleton Place Restaurant, open to hotel guests and daily visitors.

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Magnolia Gardens, established in 1676, opened its doors to the public in 1872 and is the oldest public tourist site in the Lowcountry and the oldest public gardens in America. Spend the day touring hundreds of acres of beautiful gardens and swaps. Magnolia Gardens offers a tram ride through the old rice fields, now swamps, home to hundreds of alligators, birds and other fauna and flora.

MOJA Festival
MOJA Festival 2008 kicks off September 25 and runs through October 5. The MOJA Arts Festival is a celebration of the African-American and Caribbean arts and the contributions they’ve made to western culture. Most MOJA events are free of charge including the Reggae concert at the Customs House in Historic Downtown Charleston. Enjoy visual arts, classical music, dance, gospel, jazz, poetry, R&B music, storytelling, theatre, children’s activities, traditional crafts, ethnic food, and much, much more at the 2008 MOJA Arts Festival!

National Park Service - Charles Pinckney
Snee Farm, Charles Pinckney’s coastal plantation is a National Historic Landmark. This plantation offers insight into one of America’s signers of the Constitution.

South Carolina Aquarium
Aquarium Wharf is home to the South Carolina Aquarium as well as Fort Sumter Tours. Spend the day at the aquarium checking out local exhibits like Camp Carolina. View the daily feedings in the largest saltwater tank in South Carolina. The kids will enjoy the hands-on displays in the main hall. There is an onsite restaurant and gift shop where you can relax and commemorate your experience at the South Carolina Aquarium.

Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau - Charleston, SC
Get the latest tourism, dining and lodging information from Charleston’s official guide for travel information and planning. Research events and hotel packages and get expert advice on the Charleston area that will make your historic vacation one to remember!

Charleston International Airport - Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston International Airport is minutes from downtown Charleston. Shuttle services and taxi cabs are available throughout the day ready to take you to your destination and back again. Travelers can choose from 124 daily flights to 17 destinations in our quaint, customer service oriented international airport.

City of Charleston Police Department
Rest assured of your safe stay under the watchful eye of the Charleston Police Department. The Charleston Police department currently employs 382 sworn police officers, 137 civilians and 27 reserve officers with the highest level of public service as their mission.

City of Charleston, SC
On the official website of the City of Charleston you can find information about city departments, boards and commissions; destinations, culture, activities and events; citizens, neighborhoods and communities; businesses and economic developments; and information about family, youth and senior interests.

County of Charleston, South Carolina
The mission of Charleston County is to “promote and protect the quality of life in Charleston County by delivering services of value to the community.” For information on Charleston municipalities, office locations, schedule of events, online services and much more, please visit Charleston County’s official website.

South Carolina Word Trade Center
In this, the 20th Anniversary of the South Carolina World Trade Center, their mission continues to be to promote and support international commerce through education, networking, trade development services and international business opportunities for companies and individuals throughout South Carolina.

The Official Website for Charleston, SC
Sign up for free Charleston tour information, get great deals on tours, dining and lodging and learn all about Historic Charleston at Charleston.com, the official website for Charleston, SC!

The Post and Courier, Charleston, South Carolina
Formerly the “News and Courier,” the Post and Courier delivers the news throughout The Lowcountry. Charleston.Net is South Carolinas premier web site, three times named best newspaper web site in the state, with an online edition of The Post and Courier featuring searchable classifieds and story archives.

Charleston SC Tours
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The American Military Museum, Charleston, S.C
The American Military Museum offers a one-of-a-kind experience to all visitors. On display through 70 display cases are authentic artifacts from 14 conflicts in which America was involved from the Revolutionary war to the recent conflict in Iraq.

Charleston Museum
The Charleston Museum…where Charleston History Begins! Founded in 1773 and located in the heart of Historic Downtown Charleston, the Charleston Museum’s mission is to preserve and interpret the cultural and natural history of Charleston and the Lowcountry of South Carolina.

Children's Museum of the Lowcountry
With brand new exhibits open as of June 3, 2008, the Children’s Museum offers hands-on learning experiences geared toward children ages 3-12. Fun for children of all ages, the Children’s Museum seeks to spark the love of learning in all children of the tri-county area through hands-on, interactive experiences with the arts, sciences and humanities.

The Citadel - The Military College of South Carolina
Commemorating the Military College of South Carolina from its founding in 1842 to the present day, the Citadel Museum opens its doors daily for visitors to experience the military, academic, athletic and social aspects of cadet life. Check out the newest exhibit of photo albums that remember the Citadel men that have lost their lives in wars since World War II.

Patriots Point Museum
Established in 1975, the Patriots Point Museum resides on the Historic USS Yorktown. New as of 2007, the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum was established to commemorate our nation’s highest honor of valor. In addition to the USS Yorktown, visitors enjoy daily tours of the Destroyer USS Laffey, the Treasury class Coast guard cutter Ingham and the Balao class submarine Clamagore.

Gibbes Museum of Art
The Gibbes Art Museum houses a spectacular collection of American Paintings including Carolina portraits from the 18th and 19th centuries, a collection of miniatures and much more!

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Andolini's Pizza
For Charleston’s best New York style pizza 15 years running, try the quaint, affordable, personable Andolini’s restaurants. Locations are Downtown, West Ashley and Mt. Pleasant.

California Dreaming Restaurant
The unparalleled view of the Charleston Harbor will only accentuate your culinary experience at California Dreaming! Their menu includes but is not limited to prime rib, broiled steaks and seafood, signature salads, baby back ribs, sandwiches and burgers. And don’t forget their famous honey butter rolls!

Charleston Crabshacks
Proudly South Carolina’s second best seafood restaurant for the past 8 years, you’ll enjoy fresh seafood at affordable prices. Enjoy your seafood lunch or dinner at any of their four Charleston locations.

FIG
FIG is a friendly, neighborhood bistro with a seasonal menu that changes daily. FIG supports local agriculture by serving local seafood, fruits and vegetables on their menu.

Hank's Seafood Restaurant
Hank’s combines the “Classic Charleston Fish House” with an old fashioned saloon-style bar and an exhibition raw bar in a renovated historic warehouse overlooking the Historic Charleston Market. Fresh seafood at affordable prices in a luxurious atmosphere make hank’s the premier seafood dining experience in downtown Charleston.

High Cotton
High Cotton has been a Charleston staple for years and prides itself on exquisite steak cuisine. If you are a desert person, you must order one of the several Charleston soufflés to cap your dining experience.

McCrady's Restaurant
One of Charleston’s best restaurants since 1788, McCrady’s is discretely tucked away in Unity Alley between State Street and East Bay. Exquisite modern cuisine and impeccable service await the guests of McCrady’s inside their 220 year old walls! McCrady’s is a proud sponsor the Charleston Symphony Orchestra Pops Series.

Mellow Mushroom
Home of the 100 Beer Club, Mellow Mushroom is located on King Street, south of Calhoun St. Relax and enjoy a wide variety of beverages with one of their signature pizzas, calzones, poboys or salads. Hang out with friends or family while watching the game or participating in their free trivia competitions on select nights. Mellow Mushroom is a favorite for locals looking for a casual night out.

Slightly North of Broad - Splash
A sister restaurant of High Cotton, SNOB’s focuses its cuisine on delicacies from the sea. If you’ve never been to Charleston before, are a frequent visitor or just a local looking for a great dining experience, SNOB’s is a must!

The Boathouse Restaurants
The Boathouse has two locations in Charleston. If you’d like to dine downtown, you may find this outstanding seafood restaurant on East Bay Street, two blocks north of Calhoun St. The most popular location is the Boathouse at Breach Inlet on the Isle of Palms. Breathtaking ocean views and marvelous seafood cuisine promise to make this a dining experience you won’t soon forget!

Vickery's Bar & Grill
Vickery’s boasts two locations in Charleston. Downtown, Vickery’s is neatly tucked away just off of King Street between Beaufain St. and Market Street, one block south of the Charleston Place and Sax 5th Avenue. Or, you may take the New Cooper River Bridge/Arthur Ravenel Bridge over to Mt. Pleasant

Tristan
Tristan, Charleston’s newest Four Diamond Restaurant is Charleston’s best kept secret. Located in the luxurious French Quarter Inn, Tristan’s menu dawns “Creative, Eclectic Cuisine” featuring creative steak and seafood dishes. The She Crab soup, a local favorite, is a must try at Tristan. The staff is the friendliest in Charleston and will go out of their way to make your dining experience one to remember. Valet parking is available.

82 Queen
Tucked away on Queen Street and next to the Historic Elliott House Inn, 82 Queen has been the hallmark of Louwcountry cuisine in Charleston for years. 82 Queen provides guests indoor and outdoor dining, a quaint full service bar, unparalleled customer service. Room service from 82 Queen is available to the guests of the Elliott House Inn.

Charleston Florist
Charleston Florist is your answer for special events and flowers when you want it done right. From weddings to a single floral arrangement, call on us for the perfect solution.

Chicora Antiques
Chicora Antiques - Charleston, SC - 18th and 19th century antiques

Half-Moon Outfitters
Specializing in equipment from The North Face, Patagonia, Chicago Sandals, and mountain Hardware, Half-Moon Outfitters has been providing the Southeast with quality goods and services for adventure and travel since 1993. Half-Moon is the leading dealer of gear for kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, surfing, kite boarding, and travel.

Isabel Forbes Designs
Award winning artist, Isabel Forbes, was trained at Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, FL.  Isabel worked as a graphic designer and illustrator for over 25 years before making the transition into fine art full time.  Inspired by her surroundings she paints the everyday scenes of her life. She paints with a goal to connect emotionally with her viewers through strong design and choice of subject matter.  Reexamine your daily life through the eyes of Isabel Forbes.

AquaSafaris Worldwide Yacht Charters
Quality yacht charters with professional crews or bareboats throughout the Bahamas and Eastern Caribbean including the Virgin Islands. All inclusive vacations include dining, travel and recreation. Scuba excursions are also available.

Carolina Polo & Carriage Company
Give Carolina Polo & Carriage Company 60 minutes, and they’ll give you Charleston as you’ve never seen it before. Carolina Polo is the only Carriage Company owned and operated by native Charlestonians. Private carriages are available for weddings or for simply a night out with that special somebody!

Charleston Harbor Tours
You have taken the carriage tours, the walking tours and the bus tours, now see Charleston from a brand new vantage point. Cruise the Charleston Harbor on the Carolina Belle and learn about Fort Sumter, Patriot’s Point, The Battery and much more.

Civil War History Tours of Charleston SC
Charleston South Carolinas Civil War Walk, by the author of The Bombardment of Charleston, is a sightseeing history tour about the Civil War in Charleston. See our photo gallery at The Original Charleston Walks Ticket Office.

Cobblestone Walking Tours
Cobblestone Tours specializes in the “dark side” of Charleston. You know Charleston’s role in the American Civil War and the famous natives that helped shape this nation. Now, take a walk on the shady side of Charleston and learn about the brothels, jails, dungeons, pirates, and graveyards on one of Cobblestone Tours’ famous nighttime tours!

Fort Sumter Tours - Boat cruises in Charleston Harbour, SC
Charleston SC boat tours and cruises. Take a sunset cruise around Charleston Harbour, or visit Fort Sumter, from Spiritline Cruises. Cruises leave from both the Aquarium Wharf and Patriots Point.

Ghost Tours of Charleston SC
Charleston Walks is Charleston South Carolinas premiere walking tour company offering daily walking tours about Charleston's Civil War history, architecture, slavery, ghost stories, and photos. Tours run daily and nightly for all guests who love the feel of a chill up their spine.

Old South Carriage Co.
Old South Carriage Company is so sure your 2.5 mile/30 block carriage tour of 300+ years of history throughout Historic Charleston will exceed your expectations that they will refund your admission price if you are not satisfied.

On the Market, Get Set, TOUR!
Tommy Dew is one of the most experienced tour guides in all of Charleston. For the most personable tour experience in the Lowcountry, call on ”On The Market Tours” for your piece of history.

S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control
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Sailing Tours
Take a trip away from the city to beautiful Seabrook Island. Daily sailing tours include dolphin watching, sunset sails, beach picnics, champagne cruises and family fishing.

Schooner Pride Cruises
Welcome aboard The Schooner Pride, a classic 84’ tall ship! Sip a cool beverage and watch the crew of the Schooner Pride lift the sails and take you on a pleasure cruise across Charleston Harbor, out past the Battery and onto Ft. Sumter.

The Original Charleston Tours
Experience the finest that Charleston has to offer: Rhett Butler’s Old South. See Rainbow Row, Cobblestone Streets, French Quarter, Slave Mart, Colonial Lake, Waterfront Mansions, Catfish Row, Pirates Gallows, “View the Citadel.”

Thematic History Tours of Charleston SC
Charleston Walks is Charleston South Carolinas premiere walking tour company offering daily walking tours about Charleston's Civil War history, architecture, slavery, ghost stories, and photos.

Tour Charleston, LLC, walking tours of Charleston, SC
Welcome to Tour Charleston, LLC. Charleston's most featured walking tour company. Tour the Lowcountry with credentialed historians, and supernatural researchers featured on CNN, The History Channel, HGTV and in the Wall Street Journal, Southern Living, USA Today, Travel & Leisure, and Family Circle. Tour Charleston provides historical, ghost and pirate walking tours of Charleston, South Carolina.

Tourist Sightseeing & Tours In South Carolina.
Proclaimed the #1 Tour Value in Charleston, Charleston’s Finest Historic Tours hosts private a group tours to all of Charleston’s favorite attractions; Battery homes, Magnolia Gardens, Middleton Plantation, Historic Walking and home Tours and much more.

National Weather Service Forecast
Get the latest on the weather in Charleston from the National Weather Service. Make sure your vacation plans are compatible with the weather conditions at hand. Get tidal information, highs and lows and whether or not it will be sunny during your time in Charleston.

The French Huguenot Church of Charleston
The French Huguenot (Protestant) Church of Charleston, located on 44 Queen Street at the corner of Church St. and Queen St., is the oldest remaining active Huguenot congregation in the United States. Communion is recognized on the first Sunday of every month. Sunday services begin each Sunday at 10:30am.

Cathedral of Praise
A dynamic church proclaiming the word of God, is to make disciples of Christ by exalting God, attracting and leading the unsaved to Jesus, encouraging Christians to consecrate themselves to God’s purpose in their lives, and equipping believers for effective ministry to reach the Charleston area and beyond.

Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
St. John the Baptist is part of the Catholic Diocese of Charleston. Mass is available every Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Come listen to their beautiful choir in the amazing acoustic of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.

Cokesbury United Methodist Church
Cokesbury United Methodist Church is excited that you are interested in learning more about us. Our Sunday services are 8:45 am Praise Service, 10:00 a.m. Sunday School, 11:00 a.m. Worship Service (Nursery provided 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.).

Grace United Methodist Church
Grace United Methodist Church.org is your source to all local churches in the Lowcountry.

Hibben United Methodist Church, Mt. Pleasant SC
Hibben United Methodist Church is located in Mount Pleasant across the Cooper River from historic Charleston. Hibben’s program of ministry strives to meet the spiritual, physical and social needs of the many different age levels which make up our congregation.

Holy Ascension Orthodox Church - Charleston, SC
The Holy Ascension Orthodox Church welcomes worshipers each Sunday in Mount Pleasant, SC.

John Wesley UMC Home
There are two worship services each Sunday morning, one at 8:30am and one at 11:00am. Sunday School begins at 9:45am. Evening services begin at 6:00pm. Join John Wesley United Methodist each Wednesday for dinner and activities beginning at 5:15pm.

Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, Charleston, South Carolina
Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim is located in Charleston, SC and is the birthplace of Reform Judaism in the United States. It is the oldest surviving Reform synagogue in the world and the oldest American synagogue in continuous use.

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Morris Brown AME Church
Home of the Morris Brown AME Church

Remount Baptist Church
Remount Baptist Church enjoys a full, contemporary, and lively Worship through inspiring music, thought provoking drama, and creative spiritual dance. 

Saint James Church, Charleston, SC
Saint James Episcopal Church is located on James Island, Charleston, SC proclaiming Gods Grace in Jesus Christ. Please come visit us, we would love to welcome you.

Seacoast Church
With locations in Mt. Pleasant, West Ashley, North Charleston and Summerville, Seacoast Church welcomes all worshipers to their active contemporary services.

St Patrick Catholic Church
The Catholic Diocese of Charleston

St. Phillips Episcopal
St. Phillips’ congregation is the oldest congregation in Charleston. Learn about the “friendly side” and “strangers side” cemeteries on the church campus. Free parking is available to all those who attend Sunday morning services.

St. Michael's Episcopal Church - Charleston, SC
St. Michael’s has three morning services. Their first service is for early risers at 8:00am. Their 8:45 service is for families with babies and small children (no crying is too loud). Their 10:30 service is a traditional service complete with choir and symphony instrumentalist. Every Sunday evening, St. Michael’s hosts a contemporary service with modern music and encourages attendees to come in whatever clothes they feel comfortable.

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