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Charleston, South Carolina has long been known as the place “where history lives”, and the city is certainly alive and bustling with year-round activities. Whether you arrive by land or by sea, there’s always a previously unexplored alley to venture down, or a new restaurant to try that’s serving fresh Lowcountry fare. And the people, well, they’ll welcome you back time and time again.
It’s difficult to pinpoint exactly what gives Charleston her historic charm. It’s most likely a combination of her cobblestone streets, antebellum mansions, the lilting drawls of her residents, sturdy iron work, vast harbors and relaxed pace coupled with a pulsing nightlife, numerous art galleries, modern attractions and lush plantations.
Voted among the best places to live by Men's Journal (April 2005) and a "New American Dream Town" by Outside magazine (August 2005), Charleston offers a mild year-round climate, a unique historic setting, more than 90 miles of beaches and waterways, and a diverse range of lodging, dining and entertainment options.
Saltwater and freshwater fishing are available practically 12 months out of the year in the Lowcountry, and the region’s 17 marinas make accessing those fishing holes much easier. There are over 160 parks and recreational areas that cover more than 8,000 acres, and a total of 400,000 acres are considered protected lands. Programs are in place to continually set aside green space and blue space to ensure this veritable outdoor wonderland will be untarnished for years to come.
This proximity to the water and the abundance of fresh farm-grown ingredients makes for good eating here in Charleston. The fish is fresh. The tomatoes are succulent. Local chefs are actively promoting Sustainable Seafood Initiatives and support local shrimpers.
Additionally, Charleston has been named the Most Mannerly City in America for so many years running, that The Holy City has received a Lifetime Acheivement Award. Charlestonians are proud of their city, and genuinely enjoy welcoming visitors with open arms.
Cruise into the Charleston harbor, take in the massive Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge (the longest cable stayed bridge in North America), dock your vessel and settle in for an unforgettable experience – making your own history in Historic Charleston.
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Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Welcomes You
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| Visitor Center Address |
Mailing Address |
| 375 Meeting Street |
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| City |
State |
Zip |
| Charleston |
SC |
29401 |
| Population |
County |
Settled |
| 326,762 (Charleston County) |
Charleston |
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| Nautical miles from ICW |
Via |
| On ICW |
Charleston Harbor |
| Directions By Water |
ICW Marker |
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469.5 |
| Monitors Marine Channel |
Visitor Center Hours |
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Daily |
| Popular Times to Visit |
Best Known For |
| March, April, July, October, but a great year-round destination |
Historic architecture, charm, outstanding restaurants, access to beaches, where the Civil War began |
| Municipal Dock(s) |
Overnight Allowed |
Municipal Dock(s) Fees |
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Yes
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Yes
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Varies by boat & season |
| Dependable Tranportation Service For Transient Boaters |
Marinas with Transient Dockage |
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Yes
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Charleston City Marina
Charleston Maritime Center
Ashley Marina
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| Local Hospital |
Local Airport |
Airline(s) Serving Community |
Medical University of SC
Roper St Francis |
Charleston International Airport |
Delta, United, USAirways |
| Local Attractions |
Top Annual Events |
Historic Charleston
Charleston Museum
Charleston City Market
SC Aquarium
Gibbes Art Museum
Aiken Rhett House
Joseph Manigault House
Nathaniel Russell House
Edmonston-Alston House
Heyward-Washington House
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Middleton Place
Drayton Hall
Boone Hall Plantation
Carriage Tours
Walking Tours |
Lowcountry Oyster Festival - January
Southeast Wildlife Expo - February
Historic Charleston Festival of Houses - April
Spoleto/Piccolo Spoleto Festivals - May/June
Fall Candlelight Tours of Homes - September/October
Parade of Boats - December
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| Maritme Related Attractions |
Marine Related
Annual Events |
Patriots Point Marine & Maritime Museum
SC Aquarium |
Charleston Boat Show - January
South Carolina In-Water Boat Show - April
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