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Charleston&nbsp;International&nbsp;Airport&nbsp;(CHS)&nbsp;is&nbsp;the&nbsp;closest&nbsp;airport&nbsp;located&nbsp;about&nbsp;20-25&nbsp;minutes&nbsp;from&nbsp;Downtown&nbsp;Charleston.&nbsp;Rideshare&nbsp;(Uber&nbsp;and&nbsp;Lyft)&nbsp;services&nbsp;are&nbsp;easily&nbsp;accessible&nbsp;as&nbsp;well&nbsp;as&nbsp;rental&nbsp;car&nbsp;companies&nbsp;like&nbsp;Hertz,&nbsp;Enterprise,&nbsp;Avis,&nbsp;etc.&nbsp;Many&nbsp;hotels&nbsp;offer&nbsp;a&nbsp;shuttle&nbsp;service&nbsp;to&nbsp;and&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;airport.&nbsp;Please&nbsp;inquire&nbsp;with&nbsp;your&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;directly&nbsp;should&nbsp;this&nbsp;option&nbsp;interest&nbsp;you.

Charleston International Airport (CHS)

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Eat & Drink

A&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;favorite&nbsp;for&nbsp;fresh&nbsp;seafood,&nbsp;oysters,&nbsp;lobster&nbsp;rolls,&nbsp;and&nbsp;other&nbsp;East&nbsp;Coast&nbsp;favorites.&nbsp;167&nbsp;Raw&nbsp;is&nbsp;located&nbsp;right&nbsp;on&nbsp;King&nbsp;Street&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;heart&nbsp;of&nbsp;downtown.&nbsp;The&nbsp;restaurant&nbsp;is&nbsp;first&nbsp;come,&nbsp;first&nbsp;served,&nbsp;so&nbsp;plan&nbsp;to&nbsp;put&nbsp;your&nbsp;name&nbsp;down&nbsp;and&nbsp;explore&nbsp;nearby&nbsp;while&nbsp;you&nbsp;wait.&nbsp;

167 Raw Oyster Bar

A&nbsp;stylish&nbsp;Italian&nbsp;spot&nbsp;on&nbsp;Upper&nbsp;King&nbsp;Street&nbsp;serving&nbsp;fresh&nbsp;pasta,&nbsp;salads,&nbsp;and&nbsp;thin-crust&nbsp;pizzas&nbsp;from&nbsp;wood-burning&nbsp;ovens.&nbsp;With&nbsp;its&nbsp;cozy,&nbsp;lively&nbsp;atmosphere&nbsp;and&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;bar,&nbsp;it’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;great&nbsp;choice&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;fun&nbsp;dinner&nbsp;or&nbsp;date&nbsp;night.&nbsp;

Melfi's

A&nbsp;lively&nbsp;neighborhood&nbsp;spot&nbsp;known&nbsp;for&nbsp;its&nbsp;oysters,&nbsp;fried&nbsp;chicken,&nbsp;fresh&nbsp;salads,&nbsp;and&nbsp;casual&nbsp;atmosphere.&nbsp;Housed&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;converted&nbsp;body&nbsp;shop&nbsp;on&nbsp;King&nbsp;Street,&nbsp;it’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;fun&nbsp;choice&nbsp;for&nbsp;lunch,&nbsp;dinner,&nbsp;or&nbsp;drinks&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;patio.&nbsp;

Leon's Fine Poultry & Oyster Shop

A&nbsp;casual&nbsp;neighborhood&nbsp;spot&nbsp;on&nbsp;Rutledge&nbsp;Avenue&nbsp;known&nbsp;for&nbsp;sandwiches,&nbsp;simple&nbsp;suppers,&nbsp;wine,&nbsp;and&nbsp;beer.&nbsp;With&nbsp;a&nbsp;laid-back&nbsp;indoor-outdoor&nbsp;atmosphere&nbsp;and&nbsp;covered&nbsp;patio,&nbsp;it’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;great&nbsp;spot&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;relaxed&nbsp;lunch&nbsp;or&nbsp;casual&nbsp;dinner.&nbsp;

Berkeley's

A&nbsp;European-inspired&nbsp;neighborhood&nbsp;café&nbsp;and&nbsp;cocktail&nbsp;bar&nbsp;serving&nbsp;espresso,&nbsp;house-made&nbsp;pastries,&nbsp;sandwiches,&nbsp;and&nbsp;salads&nbsp;throughout&nbsp;the&nbsp;day.&nbsp;Stop&nbsp;in&nbsp;for&nbsp;coffee&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;bite&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;morning,&nbsp;or&nbsp;come&nbsp;by&nbsp;later&nbsp;for&nbsp;cocktails&nbsp;and&nbsp;wine.&nbsp;

Babas on Cannon

A&nbsp;tiny&nbsp;neighborhood&nbsp;bakery&nbsp;and&nbsp;café&nbsp;on&nbsp;King&nbsp;Street&nbsp;known&nbsp;for&nbsp;freshly&nbsp;baked&nbsp;pastries,&nbsp;naturally&nbsp;leavened&nbsp;breads,&nbsp;and&nbsp;seasonal&nbsp;treats.&nbsp;Stop&nbsp;by&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;morning&nbsp;for&nbsp;coffee&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;pastry,&nbsp;or&nbsp;grab&nbsp;a&nbsp;sandwich&nbsp;and&nbsp;something&nbsp;sweet&nbsp;to&nbsp;take&nbsp;with&nbsp;you&nbsp;while&nbsp;exploring&nbsp;downtown.&nbsp;

Weltons Tiny Bakeshop

See & Explore

Explore&nbsp;Charleston’s&nbsp;historic&nbsp;streets&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;guided&nbsp;walking&nbsp;tour&nbsp;led&nbsp;by&nbsp;a&nbsp;local&nbsp;expert.&nbsp;Choose&nbsp;from&nbsp;a&nbsp;variety&nbsp;of&nbsp;tours&nbsp;focused&nbsp;on&nbsp;Charleston’s&nbsp;history,&nbsp;architecture,&nbsp;and&nbsp;unique&nbsp;stories&nbsp;while&nbsp;getting&nbsp;to&nbsp;see&nbsp;the&nbsp;city&nbsp;up&nbsp;close.

Walks of Charleston

Wander&nbsp;through&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;Charleston’s&nbsp;oldest&nbsp;and&nbsp;most&nbsp;iconic&nbsp;markets,&nbsp;where&nbsp;local&nbsp;vendors&nbsp;sell&nbsp;handmade&nbsp;goods,&nbsp;art,&nbsp;jewelry,&nbsp;and&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;sweetgrass&nbsp;baskets.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;fun&nbsp;spot&nbsp;to&nbsp;pick&nbsp;up&nbsp;a&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;souvenir&nbsp;while&nbsp;exploring&nbsp;the&nbsp;heart&nbsp;of&nbsp;downtown.

Charleston City Market

Take&nbsp;a&nbsp;stroll&nbsp;along&nbsp;the&nbsp;Battery&nbsp;and&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;views&nbsp;of&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;Harbor,&nbsp;historic&nbsp;homes,&nbsp;and&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;live&nbsp;oaks.&nbsp;Continue&nbsp;through&nbsp;White&nbsp;Point&nbsp;Garden&nbsp;and&nbsp;take&nbsp;your&nbsp;time&nbsp;wandering&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;surrounding&nbsp;historic&nbsp;streets.

The Battery

Take&nbsp;a&nbsp;stroll&nbsp;down&nbsp;East&nbsp;Bay&nbsp;Street&nbsp;to&nbsp;see&nbsp;Charleston’s&nbsp;famous&nbsp;row&nbsp;of&nbsp;pastel-colored&nbsp;historic&nbsp;homes.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;city’s&nbsp;most&nbsp;photographed&nbsp;spots&nbsp;and&nbsp;is&nbsp;just&nbsp;a&nbsp;short&nbsp;walk&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;waterfront&nbsp;and&nbsp;other&nbsp;downtown&nbsp;favorites.

Rainbow Row

See&nbsp;Charleston’s&nbsp;historic&nbsp;district&nbsp;from&nbsp;a&nbsp;horse-drawn&nbsp;carriage&nbsp;while&nbsp;a&nbsp;local&nbsp;guide&nbsp;shares&nbsp;stories&nbsp;about&nbsp;the&nbsp;city’s&nbsp;history,&nbsp;architecture,&nbsp;and&nbsp;neighborhoods.&nbsp;The&nbsp;tours&nbsp;are&nbsp;typically&nbsp;about&nbsp;an&nbsp;hour&nbsp;and&nbsp;offer&nbsp;a&nbsp;relaxed&nbsp;way&nbsp;to&nbsp;take&nbsp;in&nbsp;Charleston’s&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;streets&nbsp;and&nbsp;historic&nbsp;homes.&nbsp;

Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours

Museums & Historic Homes

Located&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;heart&nbsp;of&nbsp;downtown,&nbsp;the&nbsp;Gibbes&nbsp;is&nbsp;home&nbsp;to&nbsp;an&nbsp;impressive&nbsp;collection&nbsp;of&nbsp;American&nbsp;art&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;strong&nbsp;connection&nbsp;to&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;Lowcountry.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;great&nbsp;stop&nbsp;for&nbsp;art&nbsp;lovers&nbsp;or&nbsp;anyone&nbsp;looking&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;leisurely&nbsp;afternoon&nbsp;downtown.

Gibbes Museum of Art

Step&nbsp;inside&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;Charleston’s&nbsp;most&nbsp;intact&nbsp;historic&nbsp;homes,&nbsp;preserved&nbsp;with&nbsp;its&nbsp;original&nbsp;interiors&nbsp;and&nbsp;furnishings&nbsp;largely&nbsp;left&nbsp;“as&nbsp;found.”&nbsp;Explore&nbsp;the&nbsp;main&nbsp;house&nbsp;and&nbsp;surrounding&nbsp;buildings&nbsp;to&nbsp;get&nbsp;a&nbsp;glimpse&nbsp;into&nbsp;life&nbsp;in&nbsp;antebellum&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;people&nbsp;-&nbsp;both&nbsp;free&nbsp;and&nbsp;enslaved&nbsp;-&nbsp;who&nbsp;lived&nbsp;and&nbsp;worked&nbsp;there.&nbsp;

Aiken-Rhett House Museum

On The Water

Spend&nbsp;an&nbsp;afternoon&nbsp;or&nbsp;evening&nbsp;out&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;water&nbsp;aboard&nbsp;the&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;Princess.&nbsp;Enjoy&nbsp;the&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;skyline&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;harbor&nbsp;while&nbsp;relaxing&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;boat&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;a&nbsp;fun&nbsp;way&nbsp;to&nbsp;experience&nbsp;the&nbsp;city&nbsp;from&nbsp;a&nbsp;different&nbsp;perspective.

Charleston Princess | Charleston Tours & Events

Take&nbsp;a&nbsp;boat&nbsp;ride&nbsp;to&nbsp;and&nbsp;from&nbsp;Daniel&nbsp;Island&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;fun&nbsp;way&nbsp;to&nbsp;experience&nbsp;the&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;area&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;water.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;relaxing&nbsp;change&nbsp;of&nbsp;pace&nbsp;from&nbsp;exploring&nbsp;downtown&nbsp;on&nbsp;foot&nbsp;and&nbsp;offers&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;views&nbsp;along&nbsp;the&nbsp;way.

Daniel Island Ferry | Daniel Island

Beyond Downtown

Take&nbsp;a&nbsp;little&nbsp;trip&nbsp;outside&nbsp;of&nbsp;Charleston&nbsp;to&nbsp;wander&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;gardens&nbsp;and&nbsp;cypress&nbsp;swamp&nbsp;at&nbsp;Cypress&nbsp;Gardens.&nbsp;Explore&nbsp;the&nbsp;trails&nbsp;or&nbsp;paddle&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;blackwater&nbsp;swamp&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;peaceful&nbsp;taste&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Lowcountry.

Cypress Gardens

Head&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;harbor&nbsp;to&nbsp;Patriots&nbsp;Point&nbsp;and&nbsp;explore&nbsp;the&nbsp;USS&nbsp;Yorktown,&nbsp;a&nbsp;historic&nbsp;aircraft&nbsp;carrier&nbsp;that&nbsp;served&nbsp;during&nbsp;World&nbsp;War&nbsp;II.&nbsp;The&nbsp;ship&nbsp;is&nbsp;filled&nbsp;with&nbsp;exhibits&nbsp;and&nbsp;offers&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;views&nbsp;back&nbsp;toward&nbsp;downtown&nbsp;Charleston.

Amy & Bernie

Amy & Bernie

A&B

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