Places of Interest in Charleston

The list of things that attract people from all over the world to Charleston would
be too long to include here. From the friendliness of the people, to the climate,
to the history, to the amazing scenery, there is truly something for everyone
here.

Here are just a few reasons that people visit or relocate to Charleston every day.

Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau

This site is the ultimate tool for those looking for information on the area. It
provides calendars of events, multimedia tours, sightseeing suggestions, tour
options, travel tips, accommodation and restaurant ratings, and more. It is a
must for anyone looking to visit or relocate to the area.

Charleston Weather

The weather in Charleston spans a broad range of “moods”. The climate of greater
Charleston is considered "temperate to subtropical." On average, the region enjoys
230 days of sunshine each year which is 63% of total days with sunshine.

Boone Hall Plantation

Boone Hall reflects Southern heritage spanning 300 years on one magnificent “still
working” plantation. House tours, gardens, slave cabins, live performances in
season, cafe, plus one of the world’s longest oak-lined avenues.

Magnolia Plantation

This 17th century estate, acquired in 1676 by the Drayton family, features
America’s oldest gardens, which bloom year-round. Pre-Revolutionary War plantation
house, Biblical garden, antebellum cabin, nature train, nature boat, wildlife
observation tower, gift shop and more.

Old City Market

The Charleston Old City Market features small shops, restaurants and a flea
market. It features historic artifacts, Low Country handmade sweet grass basket
weaving at its finest, fine arts and crafts, area delicacies, and other wonderful
surprises. It is truly an experience not to be missed.

Fort Sumter National Monument

Fort Sumter will forever be known as the place where the first shots of America’s
bloodiest conflict, the American Civil War, were fired. A powerful symbol to both
the South and the North, Fort Sumter remains a memorial to all who fought to hold
it.

Battery Park

Any visit to Charleston is not complete without a visit to White Point Gardens,
also known as Battery Park. This beautiful park provides amazing views of
Charleston Harbor and Fort Sumter to the backdrop of some of Charleston’s most
scenic and historic mansions. Beautiful scenery, historic events, even cannons
from the Civil War for kids to play on - it provides a little something for
everyone.

Charleston Churches

The many churches of downtown Charleston are as scenic as they are historic. A
standing law requires that no building in downtown Charleston rise higher than the
highest steeple, so the church spires rise high above this proud city. Once used
as gun sights for Union artillery many of these churches are surrounded by
historic cemeteries. A visit to the downtown Charleston churches is a must for
any visit.