Take a stroll around the Battery, at the southernmost tip of the Charleston peninsula, and enjoy the views of the water as well as the historic mansions

The Market is an exceptionally unique Charleston experience. There are both open-air and indoor shops and stalls filled by many small, local businesses and artisans. It's a perfect place to take a stroll and possibly find a souvenir! I also recommend stopping into Kaminsky's for a coffee or a sweet treat!

Sullivan's Island is one of the 3 beaches in the area and is my personal favorite!

Isle of Palms is one of the 3 beaches around town and is very accessible for parking! It also has a boardwalk and a number of fun bars near the beach with live music.

Folly Beach is one of the 3 beaches in town, mostly known for it's surfer culture, eccentric vibes, and fun bars. This one is on James Island, which is the opposite direction from Sullivan's and IOP.

Taking a ghost tour of Charleston can be one of the most fun ways to learn more about the history of the city and see it's haunted landmarks! This company also offers Food Tours and History Tours if ghosts aren't your thing :).

The Ravenel Bridge has a pedestrian and cycling lane that can be enjoyed for an exercise outing paired with great views of the city. This bridge connects the downtown Charleston peninsula to Mount Pleasant.

Colonial Lake is a public park nestled into a residential area of downtown Charleston and is a short walking distance from King Street. In strolling through this area, you will enjoy looking at the many historic mansions in town, noted for their wide porches, quaint courtyards, and famously colorful window boxes.

Shem Creek is a waterfront area of Mount Pleasant that accommodates many restaurants and bars as well as creek activities such as kayaking and paddleboarding. It is well known for it's shrimping boats that dock there and attract pods of dolphins that will often playfully swim right next to you if paddleboarding or kayaking!

Captain Greg Handal is a family friend who runs a Sailing Yacht Charter business in Charleston. He can be contacted for a fun outing to get on the water and see the city from a more breezy view!

Captain Garrett Lacy is a family friend who provides Inshore Fishing Charters around the Charleston marshes. Reach out to book him for an experience of fishing for Reds, Flounder, and Trout.

Taking a loop around The Citadel's campus is an intriguing way to view South Carolina's Military College, where David, Bobby, and Lee Hudson all went to school in addition to a couple of other family members. It is very close to Lowndes Grove, as it is located on the Ashley River.

Ladies! You cannot come to Charleston without a pit stop into Croghan's Jewel Box. Croghan's is a generations-old, family owned local jeweler who carries many beautiful jewelry and antique collections. The owners are close family friends who are near and dear to our heart, as they helped Adam and I pick out our rings!

The Windjammer is a classic, beach front dive bar on Isle of Palms, another famous beach in the Charleston area just past Mount Pleasant. It is known for having great cover bands and beach front volleyball.

Sullivan's Island is the epitome of a traditional South Carolina beach and beach town, with local favorites Poe's Tavern and Home Team Barbecue. The beach itself is breathtakingly beautiful and the lighthouse is a historic landmark that has become a symbol of Charleston.

One of our favorite coffee & pastry shops in general, and if you are a matcha lover, this is your spot, too! In the bottom of Hotel Bennett right on King Street, this location is most convenient for guests staying on Marion Square.

Grab your morning coffee and a quick breakfast before strolling the Battery and exploring the historic charm of Charleston's "Lower King."

The Daily embodies chill, laid back coffee shop vibes. You'll see people both dropping by for quick take out as well as hanging out all day on their laptops. Located "Upper King", this is a great spot for an afternoon pick me up if you've been exploring all day.

Rooftop cocktail bar atop the Dewberry Hotel. This bar has the most gorgeous views of Charleston, including the many church steeples that have led to the nickname of the "Holy City" and is a very fun and vibey atmosphere!

One of my favorites! This is a go-to always.

Live band! Rooftop! Whiskey Room! This bar literally has it all and is one of the most fun (rowdy) places to hit around town. Always a mix of all ages.

If you know, you know. Pretty much all the locals go here. Very chill dive bar vibes, but with a huge back patio! Great for groups hanging out and wanting space to stand together.

The Lobby Bar has one of the best martinis in my opinion, AND, for the ladies, you will have to check out the champagne room, Camellia's! Men, humble yourselves.

Check Halls Chophouse out any time for a cocktail or a great meal, including an order of the creamed corn, but most fun of all is the Sunday Gospel Brunch with live music!

167 Raw is first come, first serve only and does not accept reservations. You can, however, go by and put your name on the waitlist. They will give you an estimated wait time and take your phone number down, so that you can walk around town in the meantime. You will get a text message when your table is ready. So, we recommend that you go by 1-2 hours before you'd be ready to eat and then enjoy exploring the charming streets and homes of Charleston in the meantime, or walking to Bar167, their sister restaurant, for a drink as you wait. Once back at 167 Raw, it's worth noting that they are known for their martinis, rose wine, fresh oysters, and lobster roll.

Hit up Leon's for lunch or dinner for the incredible fried chicken, oysters, and vibes. Note: Leon's does accept reservations and they open up 30 days in advance. It's best to snag one or else the walk-ins wait time is usually around 2 hours.

Iconic Charleston restaurant. Serves all of the classic South Carolina cuisine staples. Located in a old historic home with a beautiful courtyard. Need we say more :). Reservations can be made online.

Costa is a newer restaurant that everyone is raving about and happens to be one of our favorites! Plan to enjoy both the comfort of something familiar as well as the adventure of a new take on traditional dishes! We always try to get a reservation when we go to town and have to plan ahead to book in advance! You can make a reservation up to 30 days ahead.

Home Team Barbecue on Sullivan's Island is one of Adam's personal favorites, and I'd recommend hitting the beach beforehand and then coming here very hungry!

Italian in Charleston! Yes, it does exist :). This is Adam's favorite spot and has an intimate and cozy feel along with delicious pizza and pasta.

Famous for a reason!!! Southern cuisine at it's finest.

Prime location in downtown, delicious food, and really beautiful interior design inside an old home.

Romantic and cozy with excellent food! Even just going to the bar is a scene!

Off the beaten path and VERY hidden, which is part of it's allure! Just when you think you are lost, you will stumble upon this charming restaurant with a back-in-time French vibe inside an old Charleston home.

Chef's Tasting Menu. Epitome of Charleston hospitality and ambience. This is a great option if you want to go big and try out a creative, multicourse menu - maybe even add the wine pairing!

David and Carey Hudson's favorite seafood in Charleston! Absolutely delicious and so fresh.

Poe's is a classic burger joint on Sullivan's that is a laid back & local staple! Do not skip the fries :). No reservation required and feel free to show up in beach attire.

Post House Inn is just across the Ravenel Bridge in the historic old village of Mount Pleasant. It is one of the most charming boutique hotels in town with a phenomenal southern food & drinks, and we recommend coming here for Brunch...don't sleep on the quiche!

Chubby Fish is one of the most talked about restaurants in town! Walk-In Only means that you will need to likely go around 4:00pm to wait for entry. Seahorse is an intimate cocktail bar next door by the same owners and is a great place to grab a drink while waiting. Despite the wait, the food is more than worth it!

Aka - S.N.O.B. - is a Charleston right of passage. In one of the most beautiful areas of town, this restaurant is classic in every way.