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Best of Charleston’s History & Culture

Experience Charleston, SC

You might fall in love with Charleston, SC, one of America's favorite cities. There are plenty of things to do and year-round sites and activities to choose from. Whether you're eager to explore the rich history of the Civil War era, enjoy a carriage ride, or experience the world-famous restaurant scene, Charleston offers something for everyone. From historic plantations to vibrant markets, the city's attractions provide a glimpse into its deep-rooted culture and charm. View the Charleston calendar of events to discover what's going on during your stay and buy tickets to Charleston's most popular attractions.

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Palmetto Carriage Tour

Palmetto Carriage Works is the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston. Hop on a tour offers a blend of knowledge, wit, humor, history. Carriage tours are a seamless fusion of 19th century conveyance in a 21st century city.

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Charleston Event Calendar

With a thriving arts, eco, culinary, music, and festival scene, there's always something fun to do in Charleston. Check to see what's going on during your Wild Dunes vacation and start planning today!

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Charleston Culinary Tours

Explore the area surrounding the City Market in the heart of Charleston's Historic Downtown which offers the best of Charleston's history and food. Showcasing some of Charleston's traditional foods as well as more recent innovations.

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Historic Walking Tours

Explore Charleston history on foot, through age-old graveyards & landmarks. Closely inspect the headstones to see what you might learn, and take a moment to step across the graves, if you dare.

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Lowcountry Pirate History

Immerse yourself in the Lowcountry's rich pirate history! Award-winning guides share Charleston's piratical past, from Blackbeard's true past and why he blockaded our harbor; ghostly tales of duels & unrequited love; or even Charleston's only kid's Pirate Treasure Hunt.

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South Carolina Aquarium

Enjoy Charleston's #1 family attraction with 60 unique exhibits and more than 5,000 animals. Feed stingrays, visit the Touch Tank for a hands-on encounter and enjoy daily interactive dive shows from the tallest tank in North America. Enter Code 260 at Checkout to save 20%.

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Charleston Museum

The Charleston Museum is America's first museum and is filled with the history of the city and the Lowcountry. Its permanent exhibits include: Lowcountry History Hall, Becoming Americans, City Under Siege: Charleston in the Civil War, and more; including a great selection of rotating exhibits.

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Children's Museum of the Lowcountry

Families of all backgrounds are invited to explore environments and experiences that spark imagination and stimulate curiosity through the power of play.

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Gibbes Museum of Art

The Gibbes Museum of Art is home to the foremost collection of American Art that incorporates the story of Charleston. The Museum connects the city and region's artistic past to a vibrant contemporary art scene.

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Center for Birds of Prey

The Center for Birds of Prey is a family friendly experience perfect for naturalists, conservationists, or those who want to see some really beautiful birds in their natural Lowcountry habitat.

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International African American Museum

Opened in 2023, the International African American Museum in Charleston is located at the historically significant Gadsden's Wharf where an estimated 40 percent of enslaved Africans entered the country. Visitors will learn about the trauma, triumph, and resilience of the African American journey.

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USS Yorktown

Patriots Point Development Authority was established in the 1970s to develop a naval & maritime museum on Charleston Harbor with the World War II aircraft carrier, USS YORKTOWN as its centerpiece. It’s also home to the Patriots Point Museum and a fleet of National Historic Landmark ships, Cold War Memorial, the only Vietnam Experience Exhibit in the U.S. and more.

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