Attractions

Thought to be one of the oldest living organisms in the U.S., the Angel Oak Tree is estimated to be more than 400-500 years old. The magnificent tree stands 66.5 ft tall and measures 28 ft in circumference, producing shade that covers an incredible 1...

Boone Hall Plantation was founded in 1681 when Englishman Major John Boone came to Charleston and established a lucrative plantation and gracious home on the banks of Wampacheone Creek. The family and descendants of Major Boone were influential in th...

Charleston RiverDogs is a minor league baseball team based in Charleston, SC. The team plays in the Class Single-A South Atlantic League and is an affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays. The home stadium is Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, named after Charleston'...

Located on the historic Wadmalaw Island, this is the only tea garden in North America where you can see hundreds of thousands of tea bushes stretching out acre after acre for almost as far as the eye can see. Open every day of the week, excluding a f...

The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry is a non-profit organization whose mission is to "engage young children’s potential by inviting families of all backgrounds to explore environments and experiences that spark imagination and stimula...

If you're looking for vineyards near Charleston or Kiawah Island for your Lowcountry vacation, you're in luck. Nestled on 48-acres and complete with South Carolina charm, Deep Water Vineyard is just 30 minutes south of Charleston on Wadmalaw Island....

Founded in 1738, Drayton Hall is the oldest preserved plantation house in America that’s still open to the public and a masterpiece of Georgian-Palladian architecture. Through two wars, devastating earthquakes and hurricanes, and the impact of ...

Nestled amongst live oaks and Spanish moss, a stone's throw from the beautiful Noisette Creek, sits the newly built Firefly Distillery. Located near the Park Circle area of North Charleston, Firefly is just outside of downtown Charleston, SC. As Char...

With its unique, natural environment, close proximity to the beach, and unparalleled facilities, Night Heron Park offers the perfect location for an exciting and adventurous experience for our young vacationers. Kamp Kiawah is staffed with fun and de...

The Kiawah Conservancy is a chartered non-profit, Section 501(c)(3), grassroots organization that was established by Island residents in 1997, to preserve the natural habitat of Kiawah Island. The Conservancy has the capability to be a holder of land...

Magnolia has been selected as one of "America's Most Beautiful Gardens" (Travel + Leisure Magazine), and is the only garden honored with this distinction in the State of South Carolina!

A National Historic Landmark, home to the oldest landscaped gardens in America and an enduring, vibrant, and essential part of the Charleston and American experience, Middleton Place is owned and operated by the Middleton Place Foundation. The Founda...

The Turtle's Nest Art Studio is a vibrant and welcoming space located in Night Heron Park where creativity flourishes. Perfect for all ages, this art studio offers a variety of hands-on crafting opportunities, from pottery painting and glass fusing t...

The Night Heron Park Nature Center is open daily at 8:30 am. This 21-acre hub is a great place to learn about various wildlife species spanning from the local diamondback terrapins to the 10-foot-long Burmese python. The Nature Center features intera...

Nestled along the picturesque waterways of Mount Pleasant, Shem Creek offers a charming blend of natural beauty and vibrant local culture. This scenic destination is renowned for its stunning waterfront views, lively restaurants, and bustling marina....

The South Carolina Aquarium aims to inspire conservation of the natural world by exhibiting and caring for animals, by excelling in education and research, and by providing an exceptional visitor experience. The aquarium is home to more than 5,000 an...

The Town of Kiawah Arts and Cultural Events Council works to enhance community appreciation and involvement in the visual and performing arts within the Town of Kiawah Island and its environs by providing a diversity of planned programs. All events a...