Attractions & Tours : Fishing
Charleston Fishing Charters
Board the Rockin Robin for a great fun filled fishing expedition in the peaceful and picturesque South Carolina Lowcountry. From the Wildlife Refuge at Cape Romain with it's barrier islands, unspoiled beaches and unique lighthouse to historic Charleston harbor and it's diverse backwater estuaries, coastal reefs, wrecks and jetties, the waters around Charleston offer year round opportunities for the novice and experienced angler alike.


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Charleston Carriage Tours for All to Enjoy
There are many ways that you can explore the great city of Charleston, South Carolina. You can go on walking tours and experience the beautiful Historic District of Charleston, or you can take one of the many carriage tours that they provide in the great city.


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Explore, Educate and Enjoy the Many Charleston Museums
Charleston is a community that supports many different art forms, and also has an intriguing military history. There are over ten different museums in Charleston that are each unique and display different artefacts that will capture your attention. These are some of the great museums that you can visit during your stay in Charleston.


Attractions & Tours : Fishing
Charleston Fishing Charters Are Fun & Exciting
Fishing is a sport that is enjoyed by all ages. There is something fun and exciting about the art of fish catching. Perhaps it is the patient waiting for the hook to snare the fish; followed by the battle to reel the fish in and claim it that is so enthralling. Catching a fish is the same feeling as winning a prize – The bigger the fish, the better the prize. If you love fishing, then you won’t want to miss out on taking a fishing charter from Historic Charleston, South Carolina.


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Happy Sailing on Charleston Dolphin Cruises
Charleston dolphin cruises are something that everyone can enjoy. You can choose from a variety of tours that can provide you with an up close experience with these fantastic sea creatures.


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Revisit The Civil War at Fort Sumter National Monument

Fort Sumter National Monument (photo courtesy of the National Park Service)

History provides us with defining moments from which we judge where we are with where we have been. The Civil War provides the United States with one of its critical defining moments that continues to play a vital role in defining ourselves as a Nation. Fort Sumter is the place where it began.

America's most tragic conflict ignited at Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861, when a chain reaction of social, economic and political events exploded into civil war. At the heart of these events was the issue of states rights versus federal authority flowing over the underlying issue of slavery.


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South Carolina Aquarium on Charleston Harbor

South Carolina Acquarium in Charleston, South Carolina

The South Carolina Aquarium, Charleston’s most visited attraction, features thousands of amazing aquatic animals from river otters and sharks to loggerhead turtles in over 60 exhibits, which represent the rich biodiversity of South Carolina from the mountains to the sea.


The Aquarium also presents fabulous views of Charleston harbor like no other found in historic downtown. Daily interactive exhibits and programs are offered for visitors of all ages. Every visit to the Aquarium reveals something new—glimpses of new animals in exhibits, budding plants, baby animals and more. Not only that, the institution provides a variety of opportunities to learn about conservation, animal life, endangered species, & environmental issues and more.



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Fort Moutrie - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

Fort Moultrie

Fort Moultrie's history covers 171 years of seacoast defense, including the first decisive victory in the American Revolution and the firing onto Fort Sumter during the first battle of the Civil War. The third Fort Moultrie, built in 1809, stands today. By touring the fort, visitors can see how coastal defenses have evolved.

The fort is open Daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel to Fort Moultrie by car: Both US I-26 and US I-526 lead to US-17, and US-17 leads to SC-703. Take US-17 North to Mt. Pleasant and turn right onto SC-703. At Sullivan's Island, turn right onto Middle Street. The fort is 1.5 miles from that intersection.

Feel free to tour the fort using the self-guided brochure. Attend special events when offered. Interpretive signs are posted throughout the fort. By using these signs and the park brochure, visitors guide themselves through the fort traveling back in time from World War II to the American Revolution. Ranger programs are given at various times.

Fourt Moultrie 1214 Middle Street
Sullivan's Island, SC 29482
Phone: Visitor Information 843-883-3123


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The William Enston Home
The William Enston Home is an early example of a planned community for the elderly. Developed in the late 19th century, the home is comprised of 24 residential cottages...


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African American Influences on Charleston South Carolina
African Americans played an enormous role in the growth and success of Historic Charleston, South Carolina. A tour of Charleston should include several stops that showcase the contribution of African Americans to the city.




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Sandlapper Tours - Charleston Boat Charter
locally owned and operated water-based tour company


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Old Bethel United Methodist Church
Old Bethel United Methodist Church is the third oldest church building surviving in Charleston. The church is an architectural reminder of the significant relationship between African Americans and the Methodist Church in Charleston.


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Central Baptist Church
Central Baptist Church is thought to be one of the first black churches founded and built solely by African Americans in Charleston. The congregation was founded in 1891 by members of the Morris Street Baptist Church, which lead the way in the formation of a Negro Baptist Church association in 1867 and a statewide organization in 1876. Designed by black architect John P. Hutchinson, the Central Baptist Church was completed in 1893 and was first used by the congregation in August of that year.



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Porter Military Academy - Charleston South Carolina
The Porter Military Academy site reflects several eras of Charleston history--from major events in the city's settlement, to Civil War and Reconstruction, and more recently important 19th and 20th century educational institutions.


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The Gibbes Museum of Art - Charleston South Carolina
Housed in a 1905 Beaux Arts building located in the historic district of downtown Charleston, the Gibbes Museum of Art offers the finest collections of American art in the Southeast.