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One Day Itinerary of South Carolina

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Posted by Your Guide on May 11, 2006 5:18 PM

• Charleston: Only one day to spend in South Carolina? Charleston is one of your best bets! Charleston is a “must see” of the south. It offers history, quaint southern city life, and beautiful beaches as well. If you have only one day, you will probably want to stay in the city and experience its rich heritage.

o You will want to start your day with a horse-drawn carriage tour of the city. You will get an overall taste of Charleston in an old fashion manner.
o Make your way to the French Quarter, founded by the French Huguenots; the area has become a famous arts area. There are over thirty art galleries within walking distance!
o Visit the Heyward-Washington House on Church Street. The home of Thomas Heyward, Jr. is Charleston’s Revolutionary War House. Heyward was a Charleston Patriot and a signer of the Declaration of Independence. George Washington also stayed in this house in 1791 during a tour of the nation.
o If you are really interested in the history of this great southern city, you can also visit the Nathaniel Russell house only about a block away. It is a beautiful home from the 1800’s surrounded by lavish gardens. It is considered a national historic landmark and is considered one of America’s most important neoclassical dwellings. You will get lost in another time among the fantastic antiques and the “floating” staircase.
o For more historical interest, go to Charleston’s High Battery, a park with Revolutionary War cannons and guns. There is also a water fountain, known as the “little angel” as well as a beautiful view of the ocean. Evening strolls here are especially popular.
o Take a leisurely walk along the Ashley River as well. Some of the most outstanding southern homes tower over the water’s edge, creating an incredible site to enjoy.
o Make sure you hit the Old City Market, an open market in Charleston. You will find everything from jewelry to toys to locally made Gullah baskets. It is a rare experience to ramble through the sales stands in the open air, viewing sites of the city along the way.
o Ending your fun-filled day at the fabulous 82-Queen Street restaurant will top it off perfectly. Southern Living magazine has ranked this restaurant “Best City Restaurant” three years in a row. You’ll enjoy some of Charleston’s low country cuisine and get the great taste of the low country south.



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