Things to do in Charleston

Explore Charleston’s storied streets and architecture with a knowledgeable local guide

Discover Charleston's charming hidden alleys and historic passages on an intimate 2-hour guided walk.

Explore Charleston’s Old City Jail on a spine-tingling 45-minute guided ghost tour

Taste iconic Lowcountry dishes on a guided walking food tour.

Explore Charleston's oldest graveyard after dark on an exclusive guided walk

Explore Charleston’s oldest quarter with inside access to two historic museum homes and gardens.

Explore restricted areas of the famed aircraft carrier alongside an expert guide.

Explore eerie legends and restricted areas of the historic aircraft carrier after dark.

Enjoy a 90-minute narrated cruise with a gourmet box lunch as you take in Charleston’s historic waterfront

Experience history, gardens, and wildlife with house, boat, and cabin tours in 4.5 hours

Private captain-led cruise to barrier islands with wildlife watching, swimming, and time to relax

Enjoy a guided BYOB boat trip to Sullivan's Island Lighthouse with up to 6 guests

Explore coastal ecosystems with a marine biologist and watch for dolphins and seabirds

Unwind on a private captained cruise with skyline views and dolphin sightings

Savor harbor lights and stargazing on a serene 3-hour night sail

Sail offshore with licensed captains to Charleston's barrier islands on a full-day adventure

Sail at sunset, sleep at anchor, and return at sunrise for a unique harbor escape

Cruise Charleston to Shark Tooth Island and keep the fossils you find on a private 3-hour trip

Enjoy a relaxed 2-hour catamaran sail with daylight harbor views, shade, restrooms, and a card-only bar

Sail Charleston Harbor at golden hour with music, skyline views, and a full bar

Celebrate on a 2-hour daytime sail with onboard bar and upbeat vibes, ages 21+

Paddle past shrimp boats and wildlife to a bird sanctuary on this guided Charleston kayak adventure.

Explore scenic Shem Creek at your own pace with flexible kayak and paddleboard rentals

Relax on a spacious pontoon and enjoy landmark views as the sun sets over Charleston Harbor

Relax on a 1.5-hour pontoon cruise with dolphin-spotting and iconic Charleston Harbor views

Join other small groups for a two-hour Charleston Harbor party with music, games, and BYOB fun.

Access house tours, Gullah presentations, wagon ride, and gardens in one visit

Search for wild dolphins and hunt for shells at Morris Island on a relaxed two-hour boat excursion

Experience Charleston’s famed plantation and a guided downtown history walk with one convenient combo ticket.

Explore tea fields with guided narration and a greenhouse stop

Paddle serene blackwater creeks and spot wildlife in a protected wilderness setting.

Experience Charleston’s history by boat and after-dark graveyard access on two top-rated tours.

Sip curated cocktails at boutique inns while uncovering Charleston’s spirited history.

Enjoy a 1.5-hour shared cruise with shaded seating and onboard restroom while taking in harbor views

Spot playful bottlenose dolphins and iconic Charleston landmarks on a relaxed 1.5-hour pontoon cruise.

Catch your first waves in a 90-minute lesson with gear provided and safety-focused instructors.