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4 Date Night Ideas In Charleston For Every Couple

It’s easy to fall into the same routine of work, dinner, and Netflix, but Charleston is a city full of date night options. Whether you’re a new couple who is exploring the city together or a married couple of many years looking for a day of relaxation, we’ve got a date idea here for you. Here are four must-do “date nights”.

The Adventurous Couple

What better way to spend some quality time together than taking an adventurous weekend getaway to Edisto Beach State Park? Grab your tent, a sleeping bag, and enjoy a weekend “roughing it” at Edisto Beach. During the day you can bike, fish, swim, kayak, and roam the trails, and at night you can relax by the fire and watch the sunset together.

The Foodie Couple

There’s no better place to go on a date and explore the culinary scene than in Charleston. Whether you want to enjoy some of the best food Charleston has to offer or learn some tips to take home, the Holy City has a ton of options. Our choice for best date night? Enjoy a steak from Halls Chophouse, grab some drinks from Hotel Bennett’s champagne bar, Camellias, then finish the night off with dessert from Kaminsky’s.  If you’re looking for something more interactive, you and your bae can take a cooking class at Zero George Street and take your tips home to the kitchen.

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The Laid Back Couple

We totally get it, binge-watching Netflix in bed is hard to beat but Charleston has plenty of date activities for those couples who want to relax but are looking to get out of the house. Head to the beach for a relaxing day and grab some drinks from a nearby restaurant like Taco Boy at Folly Beach or Mex1 at Sullivan’s. Or splurge a little and head to the spa at Hotel Bennett for ultimate relaxation.

The Curious Couple

Are you and your SO always looking to learn something new? These date night ideas mix romance, fun, and education. Learn how to make candles together for your next date night at Candlefish’s candle making workshop or pick a class to take at AR Workshop in Mount Pleasant and DIY, together.

Whatever you and your date choose to do, have a blast.

 

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Charleston in 24 hours

Exploring Charleston In 24 Hours: Your Guide To The Holy City

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24 hour trips are great for a quick getaway or an easy way to explore a new city in a short amount of time. And, there’s no better place in the South for a day trip than Charleston, South Carolina.There’s a reason Travel + Leisure Magazine ranked Charleston the No. 1 city in the United States six years in a row.

The Holy City has risen to the world’s stage as a top travel destination, and we’ve got your guide on how to spend just 24 hours in our magical city:

Stay

While Charleston has all of the national hotel chains, visitors can better soak in the spirit of the city in one of the many boutique hotels all over the city. Check out Zero George Street to experience beautifully manicured gardens or the Planters Inn in the center of the historic district. Both hotels are steps away from great food and nightlife.

Eat

Charleston has become the epicenter of the food scene throughout the Southeast. For good reason, with endless options from traditional southern cuisines to modern high-class dining. If you only have one dinner in town, you can’t go wrong with Husk. The treasured creation of world renown chef, Sean Brock. Be aware, reservations book up well in advance so call ahead.

See + Do

For art lovers, the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art on the College of Charleston’s campus curates a small collection with exhibits from famous artists around the world. For those visiting on the weekend, the Charleston Farmers Market, in Marion Square every Saturday, brings in vendors from all over the Lowcountry selling fruits, vegetables, and artisan goods.

Explore

Charleston has everything, even activities for outdoor, adventure seekers. Rent a kayak and explore the Lowcountry in an off-the-beaten-path way. Kayaking gives those the opportunity to see wading birds, oyster beds, barrier islands, and wild dolphins up close. Paddling through the Lowcountry is sure to give anyone an experience they’ll never forget.

Even though it is impossible to experience everything Charleston has to offer in just 24 hours, it is still possible to see much of the city and get a feel of the culture due to the high walkability and short walking distances in between the majority of attractions. The Holy City is sure to leave any visitor with a desire to come back.