Historic Charleston Foundation. Circa 1818. Virtually unaltered since the 1850s. Former home of Gov. & Mrs. William Aiken, Jr. Documents antebellum life. Adults $10, 6-16 $5, 5 & under free.

Enlist Charleston’s premier resource for all of your boating adventures. Whether you want to reserve a vessel for an action-packed day of in- or off-shore fishing, charter a luxury yacht for your private or corporate event, relax on a sunset cruise around Charleston harbor, or witness an array of marine life during a memorable eco-tour AquaSafaris has the perfect boat for you. Whatever the occasion – life on the water is oh so good!

The Lowcountry’s “real swamp” experience!

Francis Beidler Forest contains the largest virgin stand of Baldcypress/Tupelo Gum swamp forest in the world. 1000-year old trees, abundant native wildlife abound in this untouched Audubon Society sanctuary. Boardwalk trail, or canoeing in season. Tues-Sun, 9-5. 843-462-2150.

Something funny is going on in downtown Charleston and it doesn’t take Sherlock Holmes to deduce that if you love a good mystery… or need a good laugh… the Black Fedora Mystery Theatre & Shoppe is the solution.

Drop by anytime to browse this quirky Shoppe’s mystery-themed BOOKS & GIFTS, but kill no time ordering SHOW TICKETS because this cozy little Theatre can sell out quickly!

Three comic mysteries run most evenings and some “beat-the-heat” mornings/matinees. Enjoy some laughs with friends or date night away from the kiddies at the comic whodunit, Inspector NoClue’s Murder Mystery! For families and closet buccaneers thar be The Pirate Mystery Treasure Show! And for history buffs and those afraid of no ghosts there’s the hauntingly historical, hysterical Charleston History Mystery!

Volunteer to play a character or choose to stay out of the spotlight and enjoy your treat from the beer/wine/dessert bar. Come early to sample complimentary tapas prepared by Charleston restaurants.

The Black Fedora Mystery Theater & Shoppe
164 Church Street (mere shoeprints from the downtown City Market)
Tickets available at box office Tues-Sat, 10-6, and at www.charlestonmysteries.com, 843-WE SMILE (937-6453), the Charleston Visitors Center and CHARLES ticket kiosks.

A National Historic Landmark, AZA accredited zoo and world-renowned sculpture garden.

From its beginning in 1931 when Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington created this non-profit outdoor museum with its majestic oaks and world-renowned sculpture it has been a place to restore your soul and renew your spirit. Open April through October, Whispering Wings Butterfly House features thousands of butterflies native to the Southeast and supports our mission to exhibit the animals and plants of the area. Brookgreen offers a selection of daily tours, and programs plus cruises on a pontoon boat and back-road excursions on the Trekker. Walk the historic Lowcountry Trail, then it’s on to the Lowcountry Zoo where you will see native animals – alligators, eagles, owls, hawks, foxes, otters, wild turkeys, and deer in their natural habitats. Its beautiful gardens, rich historical sites, accredited zoo and gracious southern hospitality tempt you to return again and again. That’s why admission is good for seven consecutive days.

Discover why Bulldog Tours is Charleston’s premier walking tour company. As featured on The Travel Channel, The Food Network, NY Times, Southern Living, PBS, and USA Today, we offer a wide variety of history, ghost, and culinary tours. With exclusive access to Charleston’s most haunted historical buildings, our Ghost & Dungeon, Haunted Jail Tour, and Ghost & Graveyard are sure to entertain even the most skeptical of visitors! Our Charleston Stroll Walk with History Tour is absolutely the best overview of Charleston’s rich history, antebellum homes, architecture, people, gardens, and culture. And for those that would like to walk, talk, and taste their way through Charleston, our Culinary Tours are a must.

The largest privately owned home in Charleston. Built in 1876. As featured on A&E’s America’s Castles, this remarkable 24,000 sq ft private residence and its formal gardens are open daily. Tours every 30 minutes between 11am and 4:30pm. $15 per person.

Celebrating 75 seasons!

The Charleston Concert Association is the Lowcountry’s oldest and only year-round presenting organization. Its mission is to bring the joy of world-class music and dance to the community and to instill an appreciation of the performing arts in future generations through education. For a listing of our concerts please go to www.charlestonconcerts.org.

Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park

Location B

Main 843-884-0832

444 Needlerush Parkway Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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North Charleston Wannamaker County Park

Location C

Main 843-572-7275

8888 University Blvd. (Hwy. 78) North Charleston, SC 29406

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Folly Beach County Park

Location D

Main 843-588-2426

1100 West Ashley Avenue Folly Beach, SC 29439

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Kiawah Beachwalker Park

Location E

Main 843-768-2395

Beachwalker Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455

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Isle of Palms County Park

Location F

Main 843-886-3863

1-14th Avenue Isle of Palms, SC 29451

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Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier

Location G

Main 843-588-FISH

101 East Arctic Avenue Folly Beach, SC 29439

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Mount Pleasant Pier

Location H

Main 843-762-9946

71 Harry Hallman Boulevard Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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Mullet Hall Equestrian Center at James Island County Park

Location I

Main 843-768-5867

2662 Mullet Hall Road Johns Island, SC 29455

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Cooper River Marina

Location J

Main 843-554-0790

1010 Juneau Avenue Charleston, SC 29405

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Ravenel Caw Caw Interpretive Center

Location K

Main 843-889-8898

5200 Savannah Hwy. (Hwy. 17 S) Ravenel, SC 29470

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The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs, and services. The county park system presently includes over 5000 acres of land with ample facilities and activities to ensure that we have something for everyone. Our list of facilities includes: three day parks; James Island, Mt. Pleasant Palmetto Islands, and North Charleston Wannamaker; three beach parks; Folly Beach, Kiawah Island Beachwalker, and Isle of Palms; two fishing piers; Folly Beach Edwin S. Taylor and the new Mt. Pleasant pier; 19 public boat landings; Mullet Hall Equestrian Center; the Cooper River Marina; and a unique natural and cultural history preserve at Ravenel Caw Caw Interpretive Center. We are currently in the process of developing five more sites to reach people from a broader geographical area. For more information about Charleston County Park and Recreation Facilities, Programs, or Events, call (843)-795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.

Charleston Harbor Tours is the oldest continually operating harbor sightseeing tour company in Charleston, tracing our roots to 1908. Hop aboard the Carolina Belle and cruise by the Civil War’s historic Fort Sumter, Patriots Point, the Battery, and Saint Michael’s Episcopal Church Steeple. You’ll also cruise under the Author Ravenel Bridge. Locals and guests agree our guided, fully narrated boat tours and harbor cruises are among the best things to do in Charleston, SC. See the Holy City the way it was meant to be seen, from the shimmering water on a Charleston Harbor cruise.

Our PUBLIC “Harbor of History” cruises sail February through November with a few special cruises in the off season. Adults $16.25, Seniors/AAA $15.00, Children 4-11 $11.50, Children under 4 free. Ask about our combination tours with Palmetto Carriage and Boone Hall Plantation! Book online www.charlestonharbortours.com or call Zerve ticketing at 800-979-3370.

Scenic tours of America’s most historic city with seventh-generation Charlestonian Michael Trouche.

Discover the authentic character of historic Charleston with someone whose knowledge of local events, architecture, and heritage is unsurpassed. Michael Trouche grew up in Charleston’s historic South of Broad district, where his family has lived for more than two centuries. He is an award-winning journalist who has written two books about the city – The Charm of Charleston and Charleston Yesterday and Today.

Michael’s tours feature flourishing gardens, captivating architecture and ironwork, colonial churches and cemeteries, hidden nooks and harbor vistas, unique legends and characters, Civil War and Revolutionary War sites, cobblestone streets and bell towers, tales of pirates, ghosts, earthquakes and hurricanes, as well as local dialects and culture.

Tour times start at 10:30 am and 2:30 pm, and leave from 108 Meeting Street. Reservations required.

A night at “The Joe” is perfect for family fun and the best entertainment value in Charleston! Come see the future Yankees play at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park downtown. Friday night fireworks, Saturday giveaways, Charlie T. RiverDog. Fun is good!

As featured in the New York Times, this two hour walking tour is the best way to see Charleston’s historic district. Enjoy famous landmarks, historic highlights, antebellum mansions, quaint alleys, & hidden gardens. $18 per adult, 7-12 $10. Mon.-Sat. 10am.

Beginning September 1, 2011, we will now offer our Charleston Strolls historical walking tour 7 days a week (including Sundays) at 10 am.

Charleston Strolls Walk with History is managed by Bulldog Tours. For more great tours, visit the Bulldog Tours page.

Splash Zone at James Island County Park

Location B

Main 843-795-PARK

871 Riverland Drive Charleston, SC 29412

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Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark at North Charleston Wannamaker County Park

Location C

Main 843-572-7275

8888 University Blvd. (Hwy. 78) North Charleston, SC 29406

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Charleston’s three family waterparks are the hottest spots in town during the summer months. Each waterpark offers a fun, family adventure at a reasonable price. Splash Island Waterpark, tucked within Mt. Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park, is a water playground designed for toddlers to pre-teen children. Get a taste of the Caribbean with the island-style play structures and slides at James Island County Park’s Splash Zone Waterpark. Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark is located in North Charleston within Wannamaker County Park. It is the largest waterpark in the Charleston area, and is suitable for kids of all ages. Spend the day frolicking at any one of these waterparks. Your family will definitely find cool fun!

GET SPOOKED with us on our nighttime walking ghost tour as featured in AAA Magazine! Our theme is only well-documented ghost stories led by career guides! Reservations required. Times vary seasonally. Adults $12 with $5 coupon. Children 7-12 $10, 6 & under free.

See Charleston like you’ve never seen it before! The name says it all – simply Charleston’s Finest Historic Tours. For the complete Charleston experience, ask for our “Tour C” combination Historic City at 10:30am and Magnolia Plantation at 12:30pm. Reserve your seat now. We are the #1 tour value in Charleston!

Tues.-Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. 1-5pm. CML is one of Charleston’s top destinations for children and their families! Navigate eight unique exhibits that combine playing and learning. Race boats down raging rapids, take the helm of a Lowcountry pirate ship, climb to the top of a Medieval castle, create a masterpiece in the art room! Our free weekly activities and programs are interactive and fun too! MC, V accepted. Come play!

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• 100% Donkey Free
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A masterpiece of Georgian Palladian architecture. Circa 1738. Oldest preserved plantation house in America that is open to the public. Only plantation house on Ashley River that survived the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. A National Trust Historic site. Open daily.

The Edisto Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to visit Edisto Island – South Carolina’s best-kept secret. Edisto is the ultimate vacation destination. Come rent a beach cottage, throw a cast net for shrimp, dip your toes in the surf, or build a sandcastle. Experience the perfect combination of oceanfront beaches, saltwater marshes and Lowcountry oaks draped in Spanish moss.

A year-round temperate climate provides for excellent outdoor recreational opportunities. Our coastal waters are filled with fish, shrimp, crabs and oysters. Take a leisurely bike ride, hike a nature trail, or kayak in a tidal creek. Beach walks and golf are yet another popular pastime for that perfect day on Edisto.

We invite you to enjoy local seafood in our restaurants and look for unique items in our gift shops. Historic sites are prevalent on the Island and our picturesque roads beg for a drive. We have a rich cultural heritage in which you can share. Boat and land tours are available. Our casual lifestyle and slow pace are a welcome break from the rush of everyday life.

For your most memorable vacation or simply a day trip, come to where the rivers meet the ocean and let your cares drift away. We welcome you and hope your stay is so enjoyable that you just can’t wait to come back!