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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.

 

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Charleston Weekend Events

Charleston Weekend Events: Jan. 18-20, 2019

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Trying to figure out what to do this weekend in Charleston? We’ve got you covered.

Fri, Jan. 18, 2019

January Drink Local Series

A reoccurring event, this series celebrates local craft beer at different spots around town. This time it’s at Pour Taproom and will feature 2-3 beers from some of our local breweries with a rep from each.  Try some beer, maybe get some free swag, and have a lot of fun from 6 pm to 9 pm.

Hops N Headphones

Another reoccurring event, Hops N Headphones is hosted by Quiet Kingz Headphones and Charleston Beer Works. So, after you finish up at Pour Taproom you can head down King Street to Beer Works and enjoy some food, drinks, and tunes. The silent disco party starts at 10 pm and ends at 2 am.

8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama

Come out and help support the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina with oysters, chicken and white bean chili, and live music from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Held under the Bus Shed at the Charleston Visitors Center in Downtown Charleston, tickets are $45 and all proceeds go towards helping and supporting people and families with brain injuries. Don’t miss out though, ticket sales end at 6:30 pm the night of the event.

Taste of Folly

Kicking off at 7 pm, the annual Folly event is back with competitions, food, live music, and some pretty awesome drink specials. The two-day event starts with a cocktail competition at Tides and is followed up with a Center Street festival on Saturday.

Sat, Jan. 19, 2019

January Charleston Night Bazaar

On the third Saturday of every month, you can enjoy food and drinks with local artisans while shopping and exploring jewelry, skin care, art, decor, and more. This month the event is being hosted by Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co. on King Street and will be running from 4 pm to 9 pm.

Edgar’s 210th Birthday Party

Edgar Allan Poe is turning 210 on Saturday and Poe’s Tavern on Sullivan’s Island is throwing an epic birthday party for him. Think cake, balloons, tacos, burgers, fries, and more. Join the crew at 11 am and party the day away in honor of Poe.

Sea Turtle Jam

Who doesn’t want to eat oysters that will help protect sea turtles? From 2 pm to 9 pm, you can enjoy all you can eat oysters for $40 and enjoy live music at The Rusty Rudder. All proceeds benefit conservation and protective efforts for our sea turtles. Go buy your tickets.

Ashley River Kayak & Coffee

Want to start the day with an awesome scenic workout? Then grab a friend and head to Coastal Coffee Roasters in Summerville where you can rent kayaks or paddleboards for $45, or if you have your own equipment, hop on the shuttle for $20. The paddle is a little over 3 miles and will pass many historical sites for you to enjoy.

Sun, Jan. 20, 2019

Boozy Bingo

Boozy Bingo is making a triumphant return to Charleston Sports Pub in West Ashley from 11 am to 2 pm. Bingo is free to play and starts at noon for parties between 6-10 people.

Holy City Vintage Market

Returning to its home base, the Vintage Market will be at The Park Cafe on Rutledge Avenue from 9 am to 3 pm with brunch, bloodies, mimosas, coffee, and all the vintage merch you could want.

Sunday Brunch & Live Music

Brunch is served at The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits from 10 am to 3 pm with live music from 12 pm to 3 pm.

Free Barre South Class at The Container Bar

Bring your own mat and start your Sunday off with a free barre class at The Container Bar downtown. From 10 am and run to 10:45 pm you can get in a great workout, then reward yourself with a few drinks and bites afterwards.

Sunday Queso Fountain Brunch

Yes, we’re drooling too. You can build your own queso covered brunch bowl with Rebel Taqueria at Workshop on King Street from 10 am to 2 pm. Have the cheesiest brunch of your life.

 

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