Consistently crowned the "Most Mannerly City in America," Charleston is a city rich in history, charm and Southern hospitality. From the elegant tables of Charleston's fine dining establishments to the oak trees and Civil War cannons of Battery Park, this historic city opens its arms to modern visitors, while serving as a reminder of struggles and triumphs from the past. Guided walking tours of the downtown area are one of the best ways to gain a deeper appreciation for Charleston, and carriage rides around the city are another highly popular way to explore local heritage. With its rich history and coastal location, Charleston's thriving tourist economy is supplemented by a growing bio-medical industry and the second most productive port in the world. ...More
| The Gibbes Museum of Art was first founded in 1905 by art-enthusiast William Shoolbred Gibbes, and has been one of the c... | |
| Founded in 1773 and opened to the public in 1824, the Charleston Museum is considered by many to be the first museum est... | |
| The 1818 Aiken-Rhett House is best known for acting as the townhome for Governor William Aiken, Jr. and his family in th... | |
| Built after the end of the War of 1812, the base now known as Fort Sumter National Monument was the site where the Civil... | |
| The South Carolina Aquarium explores the fascinating aquatic world through eight different areas, each focused on an are... |







