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40 North Market Street
Charleston, South Carolina
843-722-8688 Walking Tour Tickets - Dark Side of Charleston, plus Charleston Ghost and Dungeon, Charleston Ghost and Graveyard and The Haunted Jail |
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From the dark side to the cemetery and points in between, Bulldog Tour guides the way. During the Charleston Ghost and Dungeon Walking Tour hear eerie and chilling stories about the city - ghosts, haunted houses and a touch of voodoo, visit cemeteries and churches, as well as the dungeon. The Dark Side of Charleston Walking Tour presents the unsavory side of...
Hours & Admission
Office: daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Admission.
Photo Courtesy: Bulldog Tours
From the dark side to the cemetery and points in between, Bulldog Tour guides the way. During the Charleston Ghost and Dungeon Walking Tour hear eerie and chilling stories about the city - ghosts, haunted houses and a touch of voodoo, visit cemeteries and churches, as well as the dungeon. The Dark Side of Charleston Walking Tour presents the unsavory side of life in the port city - the things that most communities would prefer be swept under the rug. Listen closely as this tour covers all the juicy gossip about scandal, corruption, scoundrels, affairs of the heart and evildoers, plus painted ladies. Recommended for adults only. The Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Walking Tour spotlights dearly departed souls who are now buried, some resting peacefully, at local cemeteries. See firsthand the graves and learn about former members of the community. The Haunted Jail Tour features the jail used from the 1800s to the 1930s. It housed pirates, prisoners of war and criminals. Don’t be surprised to hear chains rattling near those who died here, but never moved on. For daytime tours, consider Charleston Strolls*, historic walking tours. (*see separate listing) Hours & Admission
Office: daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Admission. Tours
Charleston Ghost and Dungeon Walking Tour - 1.5-hour; March to November, daily 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.; Dark Side of Charleston Tour - 1.5-hour; daily 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.; Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Walking Tour – .15 hour; daily 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.; Haunted Jail Tour - daily 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Location
On N. Market St. across from City Market*, between E. Bay St. to the east and Anson St. to the west. (*see separate listing)
Photo Courtesy: Bulldog Tours
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1240 Long Point Road
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
843-881-5516 |
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The historic site preserves a 28-acre remnant of the Snee Farm, the Lowcountry plantation of Charles Pinckney, a founding father and framer of the U.S. Constitution. Along the half-mile walking trail find displays detailing the existing house, archeological excavations and the land’s agricultural history, as well as how neighboring water and wetlands contributed to the plantation....
Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Directions
Take U.S. Highway 17 north towards Mt. Pleasant for approx. seven miles. Turn left on Long Point Rd. and continue for approx. .75 mile. The site will be on the left. Photo Courtesy: Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, National Park Service
The historic site preserves a 28-acre remnant of the Snee Farm, the Lowcountry plantation of Charles Pinckney, a founding father and framer of the U.S. Constitution. Along the half-mile walking trail find displays detailing the existing house, archeological excavations and the land’s agricultural history, as well as how neighboring water and wetlands contributed to the plantation. An orientation video is shown in the visitor center, an early 1800s farmhouse. Here learn about Pinckney, his family and archaeological items from the property. Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Directions
Take U.S. Highway 17 north towards Mt. Pleasant for approx. seven miles. Turn left on Long Point Rd. and continue for approx. .75 mile. The site will be on the left. Photo Courtesy: Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, National Park Service
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194 East Bay Street
Charleston, South Carolina
843-722-1212 |
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A variety of demonstration classes are offered, however one of its more popular is Taste of the Lowcountry. Learn about regional ingredients, prepare recipes and then taste for yourself. The menu regularly includes shrimp and grits, fried chicken, pecan encrusted fish, gumbo, cowpea succotash, chess pie and other seasonal selections.
Hours & Admission
Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 26 (I-26) east, take exit 221B (Meeting St./Visitor Center) and turn right on Meeting St. Travel past the Charleston Visitor Center on the right. At Calhoun St., turn left. At E. Bay St., merge right (south) and travel to Cumberland St. The facility is located on the corner on the left.
From U.S. Highway 17 south, travel across the Cooper River Bridge (Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge) and take the first exit Morrison Dr. (E. Bay St.). At the end of the ramp, turn left on Morris Dr. and travel south merging on E. Bay St. Travel to Cumberland St. The facility is located on the corner on the left.
From Kiawah and Seabrook Islands, take Bohicket Rd./Maybank Highway to State Highway S 10-20 (Main Rd.) and turn left. Travel to U.S. Highway 17 north and turn right. Cross the Ashley River, stay right and take the first exit, Lockwood Blvd./Lock Dr. Travel under the overpass and move to the left lane. Exit on left Calhoun St., staying right. At E. Bay St., merge right (south) and travel to Cumberland St. The facility is located on the corner on the left.
A variety of demonstration classes are offered, however one of its more popular is Taste of the Lowcountry. Learn about regional ingredients, prepare recipes and then taste for yourself. The menu regularly includes shrimp and grits, fried chicken, pecan encrusted fish, gumbo, cowpea succotash, chess pie and other seasonal selections. Hours & Admission
Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Admission. Tours
Class topics vary, as do dates and times. Parking
Turn left on Cumberland St. and garage is on the right in the middle of the block. Directions
From Interstate 26 (I-26) east, take exit 221B (Meeting St./Visitor Center) and turn right on Meeting St. Travel past the Charleston Visitor Center on the right. At Calhoun St., turn left. At E. Bay St., merge right (south) and travel to Cumberland St. The facility is located on the corner on the left.
From U.S. Highway 17 south, travel across the Cooper River Bridge (Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge) and take the first exit Morrison Dr. (E. Bay St.). At the end of the ramp, turn left on Morris Dr. and travel south merging on E. Bay St. Travel to Cumberland St. The facility is located on the corner on the left.
From Kiawah and Seabrook Islands, take Bohicket Rd./Maybank Highway to State Highway S 10-20 (Main Rd.) and turn left. Travel to U.S. Highway 17 north and turn right. Cross the Ashley River, stay right and take the first exit, Lockwood Blvd./Lock Dr. Travel under the overpass and move to the left lane. Exit on left Calhoun St., staying right. At E. Bay St., merge right (south) and travel to Cumberland St. The facility is located on the corner on the left. |
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3380 Ashley River Road
Charleston, South Carolina
843-769-2600 |
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Drayton Hall is a National Historic Landmark and a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Begun in 1738, the historic plantation house stands on a 630-acre site and is one of the finest examples of Georgian-Palladian architecture in America. After seven generations, Revolutionary and Civil wars, and numerous hurricanes and earthquakes, the main house remains in nearly original condition. The entire site serves as a testimony to America's heritage.
Hours & Admission
March to October, daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. November to February, daily 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission.
Photo by: Wade Lawrence. Photo Courtesy: Drayton Hall
Drayton Hall is a National Historic Landmark and a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Begun in 1738, the historic plantation house stands on a 630-acre site and is one of the finest examples of Georgian-Palladian architecture in America. After seven generations, Revolutionary and Civil wars, and numerous hurricanes and earthquakes, the main house remains in nearly original condition. The entire site serves as a testimony to America's heritage. Hours & Admission
March to October, daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. November to February, daily 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Tours
Guided; March to October, daily 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., November to February, daily 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; on the hour; last tour on the half hour. Location
Nine miles northwest of downtown Charleston on the scenic Ashley River Rd.
Photo by: Wade Lawrence. Photo Courtesy: Drayton Hall
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1214 Middle Street
Sullivan's Island, South Carolina
843-883-3123 |
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Established to guard the east side of Charleston Harbor, it was at this site that Colonel William Moultrie's South Carolina troops successfully defended a British assault on June 28, 1776, in one of the first victories of the Revolutionary War, know known as the Battle of Sullivan’s Island. The first Fort Moultrie was constructed of palmetto logs and sand, while the present brick fort is the third fort constructed on Sullivan's Island; it opened on December 19, 1809, and remained...
Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Directions
From U.S. Highway 17 in Mt. Pleasant, east of Charleston Harbor, take U.S. Highway 17 Business and exit State Highway 703 (W. Coleman Blvd. becomes Ben Sawyer Blvd.). Travel to Sullivan's Island via the Ben Sawyer Bridge. Take U.S. Highway 703 to Middle St. and turn right at the stop sign. Travel 1.5 miles to the visitor center and parking Photo Courtesy: Fort Moultrie, National Park Service
Established to guard the east side of Charleston Harbor, it was at this site that Colonel William Moultrie's South Carolina troops successfully defended a British assault on June 28, 1776, in one of the first victories of the Revolutionary War, know known as the Battle of Sullivan’s Island. The first Fort Moultrie was constructed of palmetto logs and sand, while the present brick fort is the third fort constructed on Sullivan's Island; it opened on December 19, 1809, and remained in military service until 1947. Fort Moultrie played a major role in the 1860-61 pre-Civil War events leading up to the April 12-13, 1861, bombardment of Fort Sumter* in Charleston Harbor. Learn more about the fort’s history at the visitor center.(*see separate listing) Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Tours
Guided; ranger-led; March to November, Saturday and Sunday 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., June to mid-August, daily, various times. Directions
From U.S. Highway 17 in Mt. Pleasant, east of Charleston Harbor, take U.S. Highway 17 Business and exit State Highway 703 (W. Coleman Blvd. becomes Ben Sawyer Blvd.). Travel to Sullivan's Island via the Ben Sawyer Bridge. Take U.S. Highway 703 to Middle St. and turn right at the stop sign. Travel 1.5 miles to the visitor center and parking Photo Courtesy: Fort Moultrie, National Park Service
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Charleston Harbor
Charleston, South Carolina
843-883-3123 |
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Only accessible by boat, the National Park Service offers access to the monument via Spirit Line Cruises* that departs from the docks at Liberty Square, home of the Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center. Fort Sumter is the site of the first battle that began the Civil War. Learn about the fort, the battle and the events leading up to the start of the War Between the States. (*see separate listing).
Hours & Admission
January, February and early December to late December, daily 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., March to mid-March, late August, early September to November and late December, daily 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., mid-March to late August and early September, daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Extended hours during holiday periods. Closed major holidays. Admission.
Photo Courtesy: Fort Sumter National Monument, National Park Service
Only accessible by boat, the National Park Service offers access to the monument via Spirit Line Cruises* that departs from the docks at Liberty Square, home of the Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center. Fort Sumter is the site of the first battle that began the Civil War. Learn about the fort, the battle and the events leading up to the start of the War Between the States. (*see separate listing). Hours & Admission
January, February and early December to late December, daily 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., March to mid-March, late August, early September to November and late December, daily 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., mid-March to late August and early September, daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Extended hours during holiday periods. Closed major holidays. Admission. Tours
Rangers offer a 10-minute history orientation to arriving passengers, or visitors can explore the fort on their own. Location
Fort Sumter is located on an island in Charleston Harbor and is only accessible by boat.
Photo Courtesy: Fort Sumter National Monument, National Park Service
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340 Concord Street
Charleston, South Carolina
843-883-3123 |
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The center offers interpretive exhibits that highlight events at the national and state level that led to the start of the Civil War. South Carolina’s plantation economy was threatened by the loss of its slave workers. In December 1860, the state of South Carolina succeeded from the union. Less than four months later, the first shots rang out at Fort Sumter, a federally held fort in the South.
Hours & Admission
Daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Directions
From Interstate 26 (I-26) east, take exit 221B (Meeting St./Visitor Center) and turn right on Meeting St. Travel past the Charleston Visitor Center on the right and through the stoplight at John St. At the next stoplight, turn left on Calhoun St. Travel through two stoplights and the National Park Service’s Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square is straight ahead.
From U.S. Highway 17 south, take the Meeting St. exit and turn left. Travel past the Charleston Visitor Center on the right and through the stoplight at John St. At the next stoplight, turn left on Calhoun St. Travel through two stoplights and the National Park Service’s Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square is straight ahead.
Or alternately from U.S. Highway 17 south, travel across the Cooper River Bridge (Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge) and take the first exit Morrison Dr. (E. Bay St.). At the end of the ramp, turn left on Morrison Dr. and travel south, merging on E. Bay St. At Calhoun St., turn left and travel straight ahead to the National Park Service’s Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center.
From U.S. Highway 17 north, cross the Ashley River, stay right and take the first exit, Lockwood Blvd./Lock Dr. Travel under the overpass and move to the left lane. Exit left on Calhoun St. and travel 1.5 miles through the stoplights at East Bay St. and Washington St. and the National Park Service’s Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square is straight ahead. Photo Courtesy: Fort Sumter National Monument, National Park Service
The center offers interpretive exhibits that highlight events at the national and state level that led to the start of the Civil War. South Carolina’s plantation economy was threatened by the loss of its slave workers. In December 1860, the state of South Carolina succeeded from the union. Less than four months later, the first shots rang out at Fort Sumter, a federally held fort in the South. Hours & Admission
Daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Location
Fort Sumter is located on an island in Charleston Harbor and is only accessible by boat. Primary departure point is the Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square; the second, for large vehicles - buses and RVs is at Patriot’s Point in Mt. Pleasant. Parking
Garage on the left between Concord St. and Washington St. with seven-foot clearance. Or meters on Concord St.; most have two-hour time limit; trip to Fort Sumter takes 2.5 hours minimum. Directions
From Interstate 26 (I-26) east, take exit 221B (Meeting St./Visitor Center) and turn right on Meeting St. Travel past the Charleston Visitor Center on the right and through the stoplight at John St. At the next stoplight, turn left on Calhoun St. Travel through two stoplights and the National Park Service’s Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square is straight ahead.
From U.S. Highway 17 south, take the Meeting St. exit and turn left. Travel past the Charleston Visitor Center on the right and through the stoplight at John St. At the next stoplight, turn left on Calhoun St. Travel through two stoplights and the National Park Service’s Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square is straight ahead.
Or alternately from U.S. Highway 17 south, travel across the Cooper River Bridge (Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge) and take the first exit Morrison Dr. (E. Bay St.). At the end of the ramp, turn left on Morrison Dr. and travel south, merging on E. Bay St. At Calhoun St., turn left and travel straight ahead to the National Park Service’s Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center.
From U.S. Highway 17 north, cross the Ashley River, stay right and take the first exit, Lockwood Blvd./Lock Dr. Travel under the overpass and move to the left lane. Exit left on Calhoun St. and travel 1.5 miles through the stoplights at East Bay St. and Washington St. and the National Park Service’s Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square is straight ahead. Photo Courtesy: Fort Sumter National Monument, National Park Service
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135 Meeting Street
Charleston, South Carolina
843-722-2706 |
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Established as the Carolina Art Association in 1858, the Gibbes Museum of Art opened its doors to the public in 1905. Located in Charleston’s historic district, the Gibbes houses a collection of 10,000 works of fine art, principally American works with a Charleston or southern connection. Paintings, prints and drawings from the 18th century to the present are featured. They encompass the colonial period representing portraiture of Lowcounty citizens and maritime events, the...
Hours & Admission
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed national holidays. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 26 (I-26) east, take exit 221B (Meeting St./Visitor Center) and turn right on Meeting St. Travel, for approx. 1.5-miles, past the Charleston Visitor Center on the right. The facility will be on the right.
From U.S. Highway 17 north, cross the Ashley River, stay right and take the first exit, Lockwood Blvd./Lock Dr. Travel under the overpass and move to the left lane. Exit left on Calhoun St. and travel one mile. At Meeting St., turn right and travel approx. one-half mile. The facility will be on the right.
From U.S. Highway 17 south, travel across the Cooper River Bridge/Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. Exit Meeting St. and turn left on Meeting St. Travel approx. two miles. The facility will be on the right. Photo by: Morley McNeal. Photo Courtesy: Gibbes Museum of Art
Established as the Carolina Art Association in 1858, the Gibbes Museum of Art opened its doors to the public in 1905. Located in Charleston’s historic district, the Gibbes houses a collection of 10,000 works of fine art, principally American works with a Charleston or southern connection. Paintings, prints and drawings from the 18th century to the present are featured. They encompass the colonial period representing portraiture of Lowcounty citizens and maritime events, the Charleston renaissance from 1915 to 1940 and contemporary works. Hours & Admission
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed national holidays. Admission. Tours
Docent-led, Friday 2:30 p.m. And in conjunction with the Old Charleston Walking Tours*, a two-hour art discovery walking tour incorporates a museum visit and a walk to historic sites that have inspired artists. (*see separate listing) Location
Two blocks south of City Market* between Cumberland St. and Queen St. (*see separate listing) Parking
On-street parking; two garages - one block; Cumberland St. and Queen St. Directions
From Interstate 26 (I-26) east, take exit 221B (Meeting St./Visitor Center) and turn right on Meeting St. Travel, for approx. 1.5-miles, past the Charleston Visitor Center on the right. The facility will be on the right.
From U.S. Highway 17 north, cross the Ashley River, stay right and take the first exit, Lockwood Blvd./Lock Dr. Travel under the overpass and move to the left lane. Exit left on Calhoun St. and travel one mile. At Meeting St., turn right and travel approx. one-half mile. The facility will be on the right.
From U.S. Highway 17 south, travel across the Cooper River Bridge/Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. Exit Meeting St. and turn left on Meeting St. Travel approx. two miles. The facility will be on the right. Photo by: Morley McNeal. Photo Courtesy: Gibbes Museum of Art
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1250 Supply Street, Bldg. 255
North Charleston, South Carolina
843-743-4865 |
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On the evening of February 17, 1864, the Confederate’s H. L. Hunley, a combat submarine, successfully sank the Union’s USS Housatonic, and then vanished. After much research, the sub was located in 1995 and raised in 2000. Continuing its role, the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) worked to assure a proper burial for the eight deceased crewmembers of The Hunley....
Hours & Admission
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Directions
From downtown Charleston, take U.S. Highway 78 (King St.) north to Reynolds Rd. and turn right. At Dayton St., turn right and it becomes Sixth St. N. At Hobson Ave., turn right again and at Ninth St., turn left. At Nuclear Ave., turn right and continue to Supply St. Photo Courtesy: ©Friends of the Hunley
On the evening of February 17, 1864, the Confederate’s H. L. Hunley, a combat submarine, successfully sank the Union’s USS Housatonic, and then vanished. After much research, the sub was located in 1995 and raised in 2000. Continuing its role, the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) worked to assure a proper burial for the eight deceased crewmembers of The Hunley. The recovered vessel was taken to a facility where it can now be viewed in a conservation tank. Learn about the crew, artifacts and its captain, and view models, including one used by the TNT movie, “The Hunley.” Hours & Admission
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Tours
Starts on the hour and every 20 minutes thereafter. Location
On the Old Charleston Navy Base in the Warren Lasch Conservation Center. Directions
From downtown Charleston, take U.S. Highway 78 (King St.) north to Reynolds Rd. and turn right. At Dayton St., turn right and it becomes Sixth St. N. At Hobson Ave., turn right again and at Ninth St., turn left. At Nuclear Ave., turn right and continue to Supply St. Photo Courtesy: ©Friends of the Hunley
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1950 Rutledge Road
McClellanville, South Carolina
843-546-9361 |
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The former home of state poet laureate Archibald Rutledge, the Georgian-style mansion was the centerpiece of the rice plantation that once thrived here prior to the Civil War. In addition, find a kitchen house and flower garden. Visitors can fish in the Wambaw Creek, hike along the two-mile loop trail near the former rice fields, view wildlife and bird watch....
Hours & Admission
Grounds: daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mansion: March to October, Tuesday to Sunday 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m., November to February, Thursday to Sunday 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From Charleston, take U.S. Highway 17 north approx. 35 miles. Turn left on Rutledge Rd. Travel three miles and the entrance is on the right.
From Georgetown, take U.S. Highway 17 south approx. 16 miles. Travel across two Santee River bridges and then turn right on Rutledge Rd. Travel three miles and the entrance is on the right. Photo by: Perry Baker. Photo Courtesy: S.C. Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
The former home of state poet laureate Archibald Rutledge, the Georgian-style mansion was the centerpiece of the rice plantation that once thrived here prior to the Civil War. In addition, find a kitchen house and flower garden. Visitors can fish in the Wambaw Creek, hike along the two-mile loop trail near the former rice fields, view wildlife and bird watch. Across the creek is Hampton Island with canals that were dug by hand by slaves. The home, built between 1730 and 1750, was owned by the Horry, Pinckney and Rutledge families, well-known South Carolina families. Archaeological digs reveal the story of previous owners and those that lived here. Hours & Admission
Grounds: daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mansion: March to October, Tuesday to Sunday 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m., November to February, Thursday to Sunday 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Admission. Tours
On the hour; last tour 3:00 p.m. Closed December 25. Directions
From Charleston, take U.S. Highway 17 north approx. 35 miles. Turn left on Rutledge Rd. Travel three miles and the entrance is on the right.
From Georgetown, take U.S. Highway 17 south approx. 16 miles. Travel across two Santee River bridges and then turn right on Rutledge Rd. Travel three miles and the entrance is on the right. Photo by: Perry Baker. Photo Courtesy: S.C. Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
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