One of downtown Charleston's most popular places to visit is the City Market. Originally laid out in the 1790s on land donated by Charles Cotesworth Pinckney (a signer of the United States Constitution), the City Market became the main place for selling, buying, and trading in the city for generations. The City Market is centrally located on the peninsula downtown, on what was once a creek that connected the Ashley and Cooper Rivers. After a destructive fire in 1838 consumed many of the structures at the market, the city rebuilt it in the 1840s.

Rainbow Row is the name for a series of thirteen colorful historic houses in Charleston, South Carolina. The houses are located north of Tradd St. and south of Elliott St. on East Bay Street, that is, 79 to 107 East Bay Street.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is a historic house with gardens located on the Ashley River at 3550 Ashley River Road west of Ashley, Charleston County, South Carolina. It is one of the oldest plantations in the South, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Fort Sumter is a sea fort built on an artificial island near Charleston, South Carolina to defend the region from a naval invasion. It was built after British forces captured and occupied Washington during the War of 1812 via a naval attack

With a premier collection of over 10,000 American works, the Gibbes Museum of Art promotes and protects Charleston's rich cultural heritage through a vibrant artistic lens.

A tour with Palmetto Carriage offers a blend of knowledge, wit, and humor through Charleston’s gorgeous historic district. During the fully narrated tour through the streets of Charleston, your guide will recount the vibrant tale of the city’s exquisite history with over three hundred years of information. Cruising through the quaint and charming historic district, guests will see some of the most distinguished architecture in the country including elegant homes and graceful churches, as well as beautiful gardens, the famous City Market, and numerous other sites that make Charleston one of America's top tourist destinations

Charleston’s only Haunted Carriage tour! Ride with Old South Carriage Co to see top landmarks while hearing tales of ghosts & pirates in one of America’s most haunted cities

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is home to three National Historic Landmark ships – including the USS YORKTOWN, USS LAFFEY AND USS CLAMAGORE. The museum also supports a Cold War Memorial and the only Vietnam Support Base Camp in the United States. – It is the State of South Carolina's #1 heritage attraction.

King Street is one of the most iconic streets in Charleston, SC. It has a rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was known as the "Great Street." Back then, it was the commercial hub of the city, with merchants and traders selling their wares along the bustling thoroughfare.

Over time, King Street evolved and became the go-to destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Today, it's a popular spot for tourists and locals alike, with an array of shops, restaurants, bars, and galleries lining the street.

If you're visiting Charleston, SC, King Street is a must-see destination. Whether you're looking for a unique shopping experience, a delicious meal, or a fun night out with friends, you're sure to find it on this historic street. So put on your walking shoes and explore all that King Street has to offer!

The Darling Oyster Bar is a Charleston, SC based restaurant with vintage appeal serving seafood and raw oysters to locals and visitors on King Street.

Our go to with visitors

Generous portions of casual Southern-focused home cooking are served all day at this lively eatery.

One of our ALL TIME FAVS

Island Provisions is a fine neighborhood market and gathering place. Inspired by favorite coffee bars, food halls, bottle shops, and all-day cafes of America and beyond... they believe in wholesome foods, great beverages, stellar service, and a welcoming vibe.

Savor amazing wines, delicious charcuterie boards, small plates and craft cocktails— and experience the culture of the world's greatest places

Leon's Fine Poultry & Oyster Shop is a casual southern restaurant serving fried chicken, oysters,salads,drinks and cocktails.It's located in a renovated old body shop and offers a relaxed,welcoming atmosphere. They are open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and have been recognized for their delicious food by many publications.

Since opening in 1976, Poogan’s Porch has been a favorite of well-known celebrities, politicians, tourists, and locals alike who rave about this Southern institution. Whether it’s a warm homemade buttermilk biscuit and sausage gravy, a bowl of she-crab soup, or our signature buttermilk fried chicken, your meal at Poogan’s Porch will be unforgettable.

In 1982, long before Charleston earned a spot at the top of everyone's "must visit" list, fine dining faithful 82 Queen set up shop in the French Quarter. Today, they continue to pull in crowds with their award-winning She-crab soup and picturesque courtyard. The restaurant celebrates its 42nd anniversary this year—a rare milestone on the Peninsula.

Carmella’s Cafe and Dessert Bar combines generationally tested, gourmet recipes with a regional flair. We have a vast array of continually changing desserts, gelato, and sorbet, as well as fresh, organic coffees, sandwiches, pizza, wine, beer, and cocktails.

New York may be the greatest city on earth, but their water is just plain old water. We learned that what was really important was using quality natural ingredients without harmful artificial additives and an adherence to a time consuming and exacting process with no short cuts or compromises.

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We hope you will agree that we make the best bagels in the Charleston area. Don’t settle for bagels made without following all the steps required to make a good bagel or bagels shipped “fresh” from New York that are loaded with chemicals.

From Italian to English, “Bricco Bracco” translates to “This and That.” “This” menu is derived from many years of Italian cooking and building layers of flavor combinations. “That” brings a taste of Italy to your plate.

Established in 1990, La Hacienda, or "LaHa" as it is known locally, is a Ayala family-owned establishment that has grown to include more than 10 locations across the Southeast. LaHa has become legendary among the Charleston restaurant and nightlife scene, due to the simple fact that the drinks are always stiff, and the food is fast, cheap, and served in large portions. That's not to say they skimp on taste here; the family's Jalisco heritage lends itself to authentic dishes across its massive menu of soup, nachos, burritos, enchiladas, and fajitas entree and combo offerings. La Hacienda is a very popular spot for Cinco de Mayo celebrations, and an ideal starter to a fun night out downtown.

Crave Kitchen & Cocktails serves exceptional dishes and classic cocktails in an upscale casual atmosphere. Offering lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, Crave is a proud member of Certified SC Grown’s “Fresh on the Menu” program supporting local growers and producers and utilizing seasonal, sustainable ingredients from a variety of area farms.

Crave boasts many award-winning dishes but by far our most famous is our Mac & Cheese, five-time winner of the Charleston Mac Off and creator of what Esquire magazine calls “The Most Life-Changing Mac ‘N’ Cheese in America.”

family-run restaurant with a passion for food, our home & community, and of course southern hospitality. Chef owned and driven by Frank Kline, Grace & Grit was opened in August 2017 and focuses on fresh, local seafood and produce, creative & flavorful southern food including our "Grit Flight" featuring a sampling of our grits, as well as a full bar highlighted by an extensively curated bourbon program.

Henry’s is centrally located in historic downtown Charleston at 54 North Market Street, across from the Charleston city market. Established in 1932, Henry’s is the oldest continuous restaurant in Charleston and the state of South Carolina.Henry’s offers the best of Charleston: a historic, eclectic restaurant and bar featuring live music, a beautiful southern porch and rooftop deck, an exclusive dance lounge, and a classic speakeasy bar. Since 1932, Henry’s is still the place to be.

Restaurants, Boat Rides, and Night life all in one