Where the Civil War began. Decades of growing strife between North and South erupted in civil war on April 12, 1861, when Confederate artillery opened fire on this Federal fort in Charleston Harbor. Fort Sumter surrendered 34 hours later. Union forces would try for nearly four years to take it back.

Established in 1804, City Market house scores of talented artists and craftspeople selling authentic Charleston souvenirs and collectibles.

This very attractive park in downtown Charleston has a spectacular view of the Cooper River and Charleston Harbor. It is a popular place on weekends. You can stroll through the gardens here, walk along the riverfront esplanade, or go out onto the pier.

Founded in 1676 by the Drayton family, Magnolia Plantation has survived the centuries and witnessed the history of our nation unfold before it from the American Revolution through the Civil War and beyond. It is the oldest public tourist site in the Lowcountry, and the oldest public gardens in America, opening its doors to visitors in 1870 to view the thousands of beautiful flowers and plants in its famous gardens.

Massive aquarium with interactive exhibits & hundreds of creatures, including many native species.

Rainbow Row is the name for a series of thirteen colorful historic houses in Charleston, South Carolina. It represents the longest cluster of Georgian row houses in the United States.

King Street is Charleston at her best! She has developed into three disinctive areas; the Upper King Street Design and Dining District; in the middle the King Street Fashion District and the Lower King Street Antiques District. On the whole you will find many fun and interesting shops on historic King Street that include antiques, art galleries, book stores, children's clothing, chocolate, cosmetics, gifts, handbags, lingerie, home decor, lighting, women's and men's fashions, stationery, restaurants, and lodging -- each with its own sense of style and flavor, but all uniquely Charleston. Come see what it is all about! Please select the categories above to shop the many stores on historic King Street Charleston South Carolina. Enjoy!

Situated on the edge of Charleston Harbor and offering spectacular views of the city, Fort Sumter, and ships arriving from all over the world, Patriots Point has been for years a favorite place to play for local Charleston golfers and resort guests. It's located in Mount Pleasant at the foot of the Cooper River bridge and just five minutes from downtown. Any golf trip to South Carolina's historic city of Charleston is not complete without a round at this memorable harbor side golf course.