Charleston at a Glance
Discover the charming sea port city of Charleston, South Carolina. Its historic downtown is on a peninsula made by two rivers, the Cooper and the Ashley, and is protected from the ocean by the surroundings islands. When you arrive on your holidays to Charleston, South Carolina head to the Visitor Reception where you’ll find all the info you need on local attractions and sightseeing tours open during your stay. Charleston is an excellent destination for history buffs.
Explore Charleston's History
Visit the many Charleston historic attractions and landmarks including:
- The Battery and White Point Gardens are located at the southern tip of the Charleston peninsula and offering stunning views along the Battery Promenade by the Cooper River. Look out for the elegant mansions along the Promenade too.
- The Charleston Museum, a great place to learn about the city history.
- Fort Sumter, the site on the island where the Civil War started, it’s now National Monument and a popular tourist spot.
- The French Quarter, known for its churches, architecture and art galleries.
- The Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum.
- The Citadel otherwise known as the historic military college founded in 1842.
- The Gibbes Museum of Art open since 1905, home to over 10,000 works of fine art.
Charleston's Landmarks
Other attractions include local landmarks such as the Charleston Arthur Ravenel Bridge, Liberty Square and the Waterfront Park. There are many beautiful places of worship within Charleston city too. See the Circular Congregational Church, the French Huguenot Church and the St Philips Episcopal Church – to name a few.
When you’ve seen all the historic sights, why not head downtown to the beaches from the casual Folly Beach to the upscale Sullivan’s Island and Isle of Palms – both are suitable for swimming in, particularly in late spring when the temperatures are ideal.
Book your holidays Charleston, South Carolina today and choose a holiday that suits your tastes and budgets perfectly!