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Guide Day In Mount Pleasant

Your Guide To A Perfect Day In Mount Pleasant

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Just on the other side of Charleston, across the well-known Ravenel Bridge, is the town of Mount Pleasant. Whether you’re from the area and want to remember all the reasons why people are flocking to the coastal town or you’re a tourist looking to explore like a local, we’ve got you covered. Here’s your guide to exploring Mount Pleasant.

START THE DAY BY WALKING THE BRIDGE

Start your day off with a bit of exercise and a gorgeous view by walking the iconic Ravenel Bridge. The walking and biking path is 2.5 miles from one side to the other, but if you’re not up for walking the entire 5 miles back and forth, many people walk to the halfway point and turn back. Either way, you can take in the beauty that is the Charleston Harbor from above and even get a look at the USS Yorktown.

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The only upside to exercise is this view

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EXPLORE OLD VILLAGE

Dating back to the 18th century, Old Village is one of the area’s oldest waterfront communities. It was once a neighborhood for wealthy Charlestonians to retreat to during the summer, but now it’s home to a mix of people, families, and businesses. Visit Pitt Street to shop boutiques, like Out Of Hand, or stop by Rudi’s Old Village Wine Shop for a glass of wine. Then head down to Pitt Street Bridge to take in some SPECTACULAR views of the Charleston Harbor.

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Come to the OV tonight for a Glam Night at @shopoutofhand and happy hour @rudisoldvillagewineshop #Repost @experiencemp ・・・ Wine time! Every Thursday and Friday in October, stop by the social courtyard at 123 Pitt Street from 5-8 for a @rudisoldvillagewineshop happy hour! ? #ExperienceMP ?: @huntzyo

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GRAB LUNCH AT SHEM CREEK

After working up an appetite with all the exploring you’ve done so far, head over to Shem Creek and grab a bite to eat. Shem Creek is home to some of the most picturesque views in Charleston and the best restaurants in Mount Pleasant. Try out Saltwater Cowboys for local seafood and BBQ, Tavern & Table for the BEST pimento cheese and oysters, or Water’s Edge for a variety of seafood and an extensive wine list.

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SPEND THE AFTERNOON AT WATERFRONT PARK

Right around the corner from Shem Creek and at the base of the Ravenel Bridge you’ll find Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park. Here you can grab ice cream at River Watch Cafe, enjoy even more views of the Charleston Harbor, and walk along the 1,250-foot-long pier. You can also experience the local culture at the Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Pavilion and go back in time at the War Memorial.

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Grab a milkshake and catch the sunset at Memorial Waterfront Park this beautiful evening.

A post shared by Town of Mount Pleasant, SC (@experiencemp) on Oct 29, 2018 at 12:29pm PDT

WATCH THE SUNSET AT THE BEACH

The good thing about Mount Pleasant is no matter where you are, it’s likely to be a beautiful sunset. But if you’re looking to enjoy the sun while taking in some ocean air and listening to the waves then head over to Isle of Palms or Sullivans Island and watch the sun set on your adventure-filled day.

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Good looks

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Of course, this is only a bit of what Mount Pleasant has to offer but enjoy, relax, and take in all the views.

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