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Best Rooftop Bars With a View in Downtown Charleston

The weather is warming up and so is our desire to enjoy a cocktail with a view. Experience Charleston from above at one of the best rooftop bars in downtown Charleston.

Citrus Club

Citrus Club sits on top of The Dewberry hotel and just happens to be the highest rooftop bar in Charleston. Not only do they provide delicious craft cocktails and small plates for guests to enjoy but also allow you to soak in a 360-degree view of the Holy City.

Élevé

Located on the roof of the Grand Bohemian Hotel, Élevé is known for their fun and eccentric decor – perfect for a photo op with friends. Sip on one of their specialty cocktails while savoring an appetizing meal on their rooftop garden setting, where their “vibrant cuisine takes on a gypsy twist.” 

Pavilion Bar

Nothing says summertime like enjoying a cocktail by the pool. The Pavilion Bar atop the Market Pavilion Hotel has got you covered. Relax by their pool with a craft cocktail in hand. Most known for their mojitos and martinis, the Pavilion Bar is the best place to spend a warm day in Charleston, taking in the views and the drinks. 

Revelry Brewing

If craft cocktails aren’t your thing, check out the craft brews at Revelry Brewing. Grab a cold craft beer and soak in the sun (or catch a stunning sunset) on their dog-friendly rooftop bar at their NoMo location. They also have a food truck onsite that offers appetizing bites for patrons to enjoy.

The Rooftop Bar at Vendue

Awarded “Best Rooftop Bar” By Charleston City Paper since 2007, the Rooftop Bar at the Vendue Hotel provides guests with a two-level experience. In addition, each cocktail has a familiar base with a unique twist like their Red Moon Margarita, which includes jalapeño infused tequila with a blood orange puree. 

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Charleston fall picture spots

The 5 Most Instagram-Worthy Spots In Charleston For Your Fall Pictures

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With beautiful beaches, historic architecture and cobblestone streets, Charleston is the perfect backdrop for any photoshoot. Mix the charm of Charleston with the natural beauty of the fall season and your IG feed will have your followers in awe.

Here are five spots around Charleston that are perfect for your planned or impromptu photoshoot.

Rainbow Row

This historic residential area in Charleston is one of the most popular places for pictures year-round. Vibrantly colored houses line East Bay Street just waiting for you to take your picture. Even though the pastel colors of the houses might seem more like a spring or summer theme, with the right fall outfits and the perfect angle, Rainbow Row can give you the best fall pictures you could ask for!

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The Rooftop Bar at The Vendue

The Vendue holds Charleston’s most popular rooftop bar for a reason: the views. Overlooking the Charleston Harbor, Waterfront Park, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, and virtually all of downtown, there is no better place to grab a cocktail and snap some pictures. As the weather gets colder, windy skyline pics can be a great addition to your fall photoshoot, making the rooftop bar a must-stop on this list.

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Magnolia Plantation

The most nature-centric location on this list, Magnolia Plantation, provides massive trees and rustic buildings for your pictures this fall. With America’s last large-scale romantic-style garden, Magnolia Plantation will give you all of the natural views of fall from falling leaves to autumn flowers. Pumpkin patches and the plantation’s fall events can add an extra touch to your pictures as well!

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Pitt Street Bridge

Hidden in Mount Pleasant’s Old Village, Pitt Street Bridge shoots out into the water with views of the Charleston Harbor and the Ravenel Bridge. This old trolley bridge is enough for some fall pictures, offering plenty of benches, docks, and wildlife, giving you a marsh background on one side and the harbor on the other.

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The Battery

We close the list with another popular place for pictures year-round. The Battery, right down the road from Rainbow Row, boasts huge winding trees and even larger houses in the background. While the Battery is a hotspot for wedding pictures, any fall photos can be taken here, with the right fall props and the use of the changing nature around you!

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Try one or try them all then tag us in your pics so we can see!

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