NOUN: A low-lying area of land, especially the coastal plains of the Carolinas and Georgia. Locals spell this "low country" or "lowcountry".

March 18 - April 17, 2010
Explore the interiors and gardens of some of the finest homes in America during the 57th Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens. Festival tours feature the interiors and gardens of approximately 150 historic private houses in 10 colonial and antebellum neighborhoods during the peak of the city's blooming season.

March 19-21, 2010
You won't want to miss the 2nd Annual Charleston International Antiques Show! This spectacular show, set at the top of Charleston's historic High Battery, will feature more than 30 of the world's pre-eminent antiques dealers.

March 20, 2010, 4-7:30 PM
$6 Bucks - All You Can Eat!! Come join us for some gooood eatin'! Eat in or carry-out. So good (and sooo cheap) that you'll want to feed your whole crowd!! World-Famous Fish Dinners prepared for you by the Men's Club of the Bethany United Methodist Church.

March 26-28, April 2-4, 2010
Old Fort Baptist Church, 10505 Dorchester Road, Summerville, SC. Admission is FREE and the performance is nothing short of spectacular! This Summerville church does an awesome job of depicting the life of Jesus. From selecting the disciples, performing miracles, sharing the last supper to the betrayal, and cruxifiction. An experience to share with your whole family.

March 26, 27 and 28, 2010
This nationally acclaimed festival is South Carolina's largest Arts & Crafts festival and has been named one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. This family-oriented 3-day event is held each spring, set against the backdrop of blooming azaleas in Azalea Park, in the charming and historic town of Summerville, South Carolina. Admission to the Festival is free.

March 27, 2010
A local tradition that stretches back to 1978, this 10-K race draws more than 30,000 participants every year. From lean elite runners to weight-watching weekend warriors to those who just run once a year, this race attracts a diverse crowd from across the state and beyond.

H.L. Hunley was a Confederate submersible that demonstrated the advantage and danger of undersea warfare. Although not this nation's first submarine, Hunley was the first submarine to engage and sink a warship. The Hunley is normally open for public tours every Saturday from 10 - 5 and Sunday from 12 - 5. For more information on tours call (877) 448-6539.

83-107 East Bay Street, Downtown Charleston
When on vacation in Charleston, Rainbow Row is a MUST TO SEE. Originally these mid-1700 homes had been the center of commerce; merchants had stores on the first floor and lived on the floors above. Today this beautiful array of homes is known as "Rainbow Row".

Market Street, Downtown Charleston
When on vacation in Charleston, the City Market is a must see. There are a total of four buildings spanning from Meeting Street to East Bay Street. An assortment of wares is sold by hundreds of vendors. Sweet grass basket weavers can be seen in every building, along with, local artists, jewelry, tapestry, souvenirs, church dolls,afghans, rugs, rice, beans and sauces, local candies and cookies and much more.

#6 Chalmers, between Church and State Streets.
Recently this building has been opened to the public as a museum. The Old Slave Mart is the only known building used as a slave auction gallery in South Carolina.

Stay at the Beach!! Located 30 minutes from historic downtown Charleston, on Kiawah's West Beach, these 1 and 2-bedroom beach side and ocean front villas are just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a short walking distance to golf, tennis, shopping and restaurants. Privately owned, managed and maintained, each Getaway Villa is beautifully decorated and completely furnished. (843) 343-7215

These touring itineraries detail the best things to see and do while you're in Charleston. Itineraries include complete information on recommended tours, accommodations, MUST TRY restaurants and shops. Information includes website links, touring tips, how to get to/from downtown, where to park and much much more essential touring information!