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Charleston, South Carolina, USA skyline over the Ashley River.
Charleston, South Carolina, USA skyline over the Ashley River.

Discover Charleston, South Carolina

Historic Mansions. Southern Cuisine.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Charleston

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Charleston, South Carolina, USA at the historic homes on The Battery. Stroll along the famous promenade The Battery and past historic homes.
A sunrise tree lined walk in a downtown Charleston South Carolina park. Explore Charleston’s picturesque, shade-tree lined streets.
charleston skyline with sunset Experience the best of Charleston on a guided tour.
Historical downtown area of Charleston, South Carolina, USA Tour scenic historic downtown Charleston.
Charleston, South Carolina, USA tree lined plantation entrance. Visit a plantation for a glimpse into the region’s history.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Historical downtown area of Charleston, South Carolina, USA at twilight.

Famous For

Charleston is known for its numerous historic buildings, museums, picturesque downtown centre and beaches.

Southern style shrimp and grits

Exquisite Flavours

Be sure to try the rich, creamy she-crab soup, savoury shrimp and grits, and freshly caught oysters, epitomising local flavours.

cannon inside fort sumter

Fun Facts

Located on a small island in the Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter was the site of the first shots fired during the Civil War.

Port Name & Location

Port of Charleston - South Carolina

Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is English.

Time Zone

EST (Eastern Standard Time )
UTC/GMT -5 hours

Currency & Shopping

U.S. Dollar (USD)
Charleston offers an abundance of shopping opportunities, from high-end fashion to unique, locally-owned stores. King Street, one of the city's most popular shopping districts, is lined with galleries, bookshops, clothing boutiques and more

Featured Charleston Itineraries

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