Charleston, SC: Sightseeing, Shopping & Souvenirs

The past isn’t past. The famous Faulkner quote holds true in Charleston, where history radiates from every cobblestone and magnolia tree. But South Carolina’s Holy City doesn’t watch the world go by. Colleges, museums, restaurants, and sports draw families who consciously choose Charleston and its suburbs for home. Permanently.

The pyramid of Charleston. The Ravenel Bridge proves engineering ingenuity didn’t end in Egypt. What a way to cross the Cooper River – on North America’s longest cable stay span! Photo courtesy of The Biltmore Company

Charleston Hotels

Charleston Chamber of Commerce: 843.577.2510
www.charlestonchamber.net

Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau:
800.774.0006
www.charlestoncvb.com

Charleston, SC:
Sightseeing, Shopping & Souvenirs

South Carolina Aquarium

It’s where fun, wonder and education come together in an amazing experience. You’ll see moray eels, sharks, river otters and more. Visit the Turtle Hospital and get updates on sea turtles currently in rehab. 100 Aquarium Wharf.
843.577.FISH • www.scaquarium.org

Spoleto Festival USA

In May and June each year, this internationally renowned arts festival covers Charleston with remarkable performances of opera, dance, theater and music. It is simply a wonderful way to introduce children to the arts and adults can indulge in world-class performances for 17 days of pure bliss. 14 George Street.
843.579.3100 • www.spoletousa.org


Shopping in Charleston Old City Market It's the place for sweetgrass baskets and unusual souvenirs. Vendors sell jewelry, scarves, candy, canned goods and a variety of other small treasures in three blocks of open-air buildings. East Bay and Market Streets. 843.853.8000 Millennium Music Movies Books Buy new and used goodies here. 372 King Street. 843.722.1000• www.millenniummusic.com Worthwhile Free-spirited, layered clothing using natural fabrics, for women and children. Accessories for the home and items for personal care are also for sale. 268 King Street. 843.723.4418 www.shopworthwhile.com Indigo Fun, funky and functional home and office accessories, many by local artists. #4 Vendue Range. 800.549.2513 • www.indigohome.com. Out of Hand Small, unique lifestyle shop, combining old and new treasures. 113C Pitt Street, Mt. Pleasant. 843.856.3585 • www.shopoutofhand.com Related Topics Charleston & North Charleston, SC Restaurants & Dining in Charleston Day Trippin' - Guide to Charleston



About the Author Margaret N. O'Shea is a retired journalist who now investigates legal cases for lawyers. She was a newspaper reporter for 37 years, nominated four times for a Pulitzer Prize and three times named South Carolina Journalist of the Year by the Society of Professional Journalists. She lives in Columbia and continues to write.