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#1 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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- Nov 23, 2009 "Wow! What a ride."
- Nov 5, 2009 "Great complement to Charleston tours"
- Nov 3, 2009 "It was the best!"
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#2 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Tour
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- Dec 1, 2009 "Very authentic way to experience Charleston"
- Nov 30, 2009 "The best walking tour!"
- Nov 27, 2009 "People shout it from the streets....Ed is the best!"
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#3 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Check out our one-of-a-kind Original Pub Tour of Charleston! Based upon similar pub tours in Europe, it has been featured in the Atlanta Journal Constitution and the Wall Street Journal. The Pub Tour is a fun and unique tour, which includes visits to many historic pubs (some with rooftop views of the city), old taverns frequented by pirates, breweries haunted by ghosts, a dose of history, and a chance to sample some of the area’s tasty micro-brews on tap. The Pub Tour is definitely the most exciting way to see the city of Charleston (and most popular), and it often sells out quickly. Buy tickets now so you don’t miss out on such a cool tour!
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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- Nov 30, 2009 "Great tour!"
- Nov 22, 2009 "A Tour Not To be Missed"
- Nov 15, 2009 "Innovative Tour"
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#4 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Patriot's Point is a wonderful place to see. The price is reasonable but plan on spending a good four hours to see everything. On the deck are actual military aircraft, there is a submarine to walk...
Attraction type: Ship
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- Nov 19, 2009 "Best Value For A Great Educational Experience!"
- Oct 26, 2009 "You can't imagine"
- Oct 1, 2009 "A must see when you visit Charleston"
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#5 of 140 attractions in Charleston
The Pride is an authentic 84-foot Tall Ship that sails in Charleston ’s historic harbor. They offer two hour harbor cruises, each one is unique, depending on the wind. On this scenic cruise you will...
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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- Oct 1, 2009 "Absolutely Beautiful! Great time!"
- Sep 22, 2009 "Unbelievable evening. Highlight of our weekend"
- Sep 3, 2009 "Best way to see the harbor"
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#6 of 140 attractions in Charleston
A historic house museum that is highly recommended.
Attraction type: Historic home
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- Nov 27, 2009 "Preserved and Not Restored- please understand the difference"
- Aug 2, 2009 "Aiken-Rhett House With Attitude"
- Jul 21, 2009 "Fantastic Tour!"
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#7 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Bright green public space overlooking the coast: great for picnics and lounging.
Attraction type: Park
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- Oct 1, 2009 "Great park"
- Sep 15, 2009 "Find Your Inner Child"
- Jul 8, 2009 "A Great Place to Relax"
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#8 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Maritime museum; Military museum; Specialty museum
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- Nov 27, 2009 "A little out of the way but worth seeing"
- Sep 8, 2009 "Incredibly moving and educational"
- Sep 3, 2009 "Very interesting"
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#9 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Tour
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- Oct 14, 2009 "excellent tour and Guide"
- Oct 9, 2009 "Great tour - highly recommend it!"
- Aug 26, 2009 "Great experience for the kids. Nice breeze on a hot summers day"
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#10 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Other
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- Oct 22, 2009 "Pretty crowded"
- Oct 16, 2009 "Professional service down to a science with a lot of knowledge about Charleston"
- Oct 16, 2009 "Relaxing & Informative"
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#11 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Tour
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- Nov 24, 2009 "A great way to experience Charleston"
- Sep 12, 2009 "Great tour"
- Aug 27, 2009 "Very Good"
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#12 of 140 attractions in Charleston
This Georgian-Palladian gem, built in 1738, is America's oldest plantation house open to the public.
Attraction type: Historic home; Garden; Other
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- Oct 29, 2009 "Great Place"
- Oct 15, 2009 "Kind of wish we have gone to Middleton Place instead"
- Sep 23, 2009 "Great way to spend an afternoon!"
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#13 of 140 attractions in Charleston
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- Nov 18, 2009 "Exceptional Ghost Tour"
- Nov 2, 2009 "Would not do again."
- Oct 29, 2009 "Great Tour!"
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#14 of 140 attractions in Charleston
This is the real Charleston experi... not just a tour. Unlike the touristy opportunities in town, the History comes alive when you walk the streets of Charleston. It is so enlightening to stroll the...
Attraction type: Tour; Group tour/boat
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- Sep 6, 2009 "Jack Thomson's Civil War Walking Tour was great!!"
- Jun 16, 2009 "My Kids Loved Jack's Tour"
- May 18, 2009 "History USED TO BE Boring, but not now!"
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#15 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Children's museum
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- Oct 8, 2009 "Had a great time"
- Sep 2, 2009 "great hands-on museum for young children!"
- Apr 3, 2009 "The best place for kids in Charleston"
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#16 of 140 attractions in Charleston
The Charles Towne Pub Stroll is a very European-style pub tour. The local guide offers "off-the-wall" stories and you will also get a chance to sample a few local pubs and taverns. These are places...
Attraction type: Tour; Group tour/boat
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- Nov 30, 2009 "Funt and educational coctails!"
- Oct 20, 2009 "a GREAT experience"
- Jul 27, 2009 "Charles Towne Pub Stroll"
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#17 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Inshore and offshore fishing charters in Historic Charleston, South Carolina. Offering 1/2, 3/4, and Full Day excursions. Also inquire about our Senset and Dolphin Cruises.
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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- Nov 14, 2009 "Chris of Finstalkers is a terrific guide"
- Aug 10, 2009 "Unforgetable"
- Jul 3, 2009 "Jumpin' in the boat"
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#18 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Charleston Cooks offers two types of classes - demonstration and participation. Demonstration classes are $25 and you receive instruction by an entertaining and helpful chef, some tasty recipes, a...
Attraction type: Educational site
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#19 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Tour
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- Nov 9, 2009 "Cat Ballou Meets Milton Berle"
- Aug 13, 2009 "Entertaining as well as informative."
- Aug 4, 2009 "Excellent!"
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#20 of 140 attractions in Charleston
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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- Sep 19, 2009 "Had a great time!"
- Jul 22, 2009 "Sand Dollars, Dolphins, and Birds, oh my!"
- Mar 9, 2009 "Gresh Meggett is a great guide to Morris Island"
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