Rooftop bars are the perfect place to enjoy the Charleston skyline at sunset and with a drink in your hand if you choose! The Rooftop at the Vendue The Citrus Club at The Dewberry Pavillion Bar Stars Rooftop Eleve at The Grand Bohemian Uptown Social Fiat Lux at Hotel Bennett The Watch at The Restoration
Wild Olive - Italian restaurant on John's Island (worth the drive!) Husk - An ever-changing menu of locally sourced Southern dishes served in a restored Victorian-era home. Leon's Oyster Shop - Southern joint serving fried chicken and oysters in a converted auto body shop. Xiao Bao - Creative, multicultural Asian cooking & specialty cocktails in a trendy converted gas station. 167 Raw - Cozy, contemporary seafood eatery with a patio, serving oysters, lobster rolls, fish tacos & more. Walk-in only! Lewis BBQ - Texas Style Barbecue Halls Chophouse - fine dining steakhouse Zero Restaurant - Upscale dining with seasonal local ingredients in a beautiful historic hotel Chez Nous - Pint-sized neighborhood spot with elevated food & wine from France & around Europe in a cozy space
The most famous shopping area of Charleston is located between Broad and Spring Streets and divided into three sections: Lower King Street District: Located between Broad and Market Streets, the King Street Antique District was voted "best antique shopping in the US" by readers of Travel & Leisure Magazine. Middle King Street District: Located between Market and Calhoun Streets, the King Street Fashion District is where you'll find a mix of unique local boutiques and some of the national brands you love. Upper King Street District: Located between Francis Marion Square (on Calhoun Street) and Spring Street, the King Street Design District houses some of the best interior design and home furnishing shopping in the country.
Just steps across the street from the Francis Marion Hotel in Marion Square, the Charleston Farmers Market is held every Saturday and is a favorite with visitors and locals alike. The market offers something for everyone, including locally grown produce and flowers, artisanal products, handicrafts live music & pop-up restaurants.
One of Charleston’s oldest landmarks, the 200-year-old Historic City Market is filled with local vendors - this is a great place to pick up souvenirs!
Scenic walk on the Charleston Harbor, with Civil War monuments, beautiful historic homes, and views of Fort Sumter.
Folly Beach, Isle of Palms, and Sullivan’s Island are all within a 15-20 minute drive from Downtown