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. If you lose your luggage and need to get an outfit for the wedding, this is your spot. 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.
Rooftop bars are the perfect place to enjoy the Charleston skyline at sunset and with a drink in your hand if you choose! Some of the most popular include the Citrus Club, Rooftop Bar at Vendue, Pavillion Bar, among others. If a rooftop isn't your favorite, there are plenty of other great breweries and bars around Charleston! Some of the couple's favorites are Edmond's Oast, Frothy Beard, Bay Street Biergarten, Lowtide, Container Bar, Paddock & Whisky and Salty Mike's!
One of Charleston’s oldest landmarks, the 200-year-old Historic City Market is filled with local vendors selling everything from She-Crab soup mixes to Charleston's iconic sweetgrass baskets.
If you like historic homes and design, you'll love Rainbow Row, a series of thirteen brightly-colored houses lining the waterfront. Take a stroll past one of Charleston's most photographed spots and learn more about some of Charleston's oldest homes!
Make sure to carve out some time for walk along The Battery, a beautiful stretch along the city's southern tip of the city. This row of Southern-style mansions overlooking Charleston Harbor was formerly the heart and soul of the city's maritime activity. We suggest you begin your walk or run at Waterfront Park, home to the giant pineapple fountain featured on many Charleston postcards. If you're driving to the Battery, you'll find some limited street parking, so save yourself the hassle and grab a quick Uber/Lyft for the 1 ½ mile trip between the Francis Marion and Waterfront Park.
This is a great way to mix exercise and fun while enjoying the waters of the Lowcountry. The boat tours are two hours of BYOB drinking, music, pedaling, and fun – a perfect way to spend time with friends or family.
A scenic carriage ride is a fabulous way to experience Charleston’s historic downtown district, see houses, gardens, mansions, churches & parks, learn about buildings, history, architecture, flora & the people that make up the “Holy City, There are a number of different options, most tours last about an hour and we’ve listed a couple you may want to check out
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.
These food tours are very popular and sell out, so if you’re interested, make your reservations ahead of time. There are several different options, each visiting several different restaurants, bars, and more to combine elements of a historical tour with a culinary or drink adventure! Charleston is known for its restaurant scene and this is a great way to experience some of the culinary options this city has to offer.
Take a ferry tour to Ft. Sumter and see where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. You can also sign up to take a tour of the USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier at Patriot's Point.
One of Lateff and Becca's favorite restaurants! Bright & airy neighborhood osteria for thoughtfully sourced, reimagined Italian cuisine & cocktails. Reservations recommended
Texas-style house-smoked meats served in an industrial-hip space with a bar & outdoor tables.
Another one of Becca and Lateff's favorites! Creative, multicultural Asian cooking & specialty cocktails in a trendy converted gas station. So good!
Snug counter serve featuring 7 types of biscuits, plus grab-&-go sandwiches, coffee & tea.
An ever-changing menu of locally sourced Southern dishes served in a restored Victorian-era home.
Traditional Southern cooking served in a Victorian townhouse with porches & a massive wine cellar.
Pint-sized neighborhood spot with elevated food & wine from France & around Europe in a cozy space.
Cozy, contemporary seafood eatery with a patio, serving oysters, lobster rolls, fish tacos & more
Rooftop bar at The Vendue Hotel, offering craft cocktails, sandwiches & finger food with city views.
Stylish speakeasy-style bar with exposed beams offering bespoke adult beverages & a rooftop terrace.
Cozy, intimate bar/eatery serving cocktails & eclectic small plates in a 1920s-inspired setting
American eatery with a seasonal menu & mid-1930s vibe boasts a rooftop bar & wood-fired oven.
Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme.
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