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

July 4, 2009
Charleston celebrates July 4th in style...whether you are interested in an old-fashioned red, white and blue parade, a picnic overlooking the Charleston Harbor, or watching the fireworks from the beach, there's going to be lots of music, lots of hot dogs and a lot of NOISE!! Charleston has it all!

July 10, 31 2009
Dance the night away under the stars at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Enjoy the hottest oldies & beach music around. Food and beverages will avaliable on-site for purchase.

July 18, 2009
Enjoy the best Reggae music around in a beautiful outdoor setting. So bring your chair or blanket & dance & rock the night away! Food, beverages, and souveniers will be available for purchase. Outside alcohol & coolers are prohibited.

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!