A must see while in Charleston. Admission is cheap. There is an upstairs and downstairs area, it is…read morevery small. I did have a baby stroller with me and they offered to assist me upstairs. I learned a lot as did my daughter. It was very informative and heartbreaking. Nonetheless a must.

The Old Slave Mart is located at 6 Chalmers Street and is a must-have on your itinerary, even if…read moreyou visit Charleston for a short time. In the heart of the French Quarter, near the French Huguenot Church, One of the first African-American slave museums in the country, Old Slave Mart, is set inside the building where enslaved people were auctioned before the Civil War and is a somber, but important part of a Charleston trip focusing on history. The tour is self-guided, with signage explaining the history. There are also personal accounts from enslaved individuals, artifacts, and audio and visual exhibits. It is a small but deeply affecting museum that gives a sobering view of history. Here, you can listen to the recording of an interview with a former slave. Old Slave Mart was a real slave auction site in the 18th and 19th centuries. Slave auctions were held here till 1863.

The small museum and dungeon tour is worth the experience. It gives you a good overview of early…read moreCharleston's history while also covering the darker history of the dungeon. They also offered a multi-museum pass that included the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon, the Slave Mart Museum, and the Powder Magazine, which was well worth the price.

Neat little spot, good info and displays overall, but our tour guide was clearly not feeling her…read morebest, maybe healing form a cold so she probably should have been home and seemed a little tired like she had maybe done too many tours. Lots of info from her that was not exactly what we were looking for, could have been a little more interesting for the family, but we liked the dungeon and old building and museum. We really loved the Constitution signing and quiz about what side you would have been on etc. Not much in the gift shop. Cool area.

It is always good to see and brings a smile. The cow greets you with a smile. :) #HistoricalLandmarkread more

This is one of the most iconic if not THE most iconic sign in Charleston! Every holiday is captured…read moreby the Coburg Cow... Quite the wardrobe and decor this cow has! Want to know how serious a storm is? This cow don't fly through the sky... She gets taken down as to keep protected if the weather is bad. When the cow is down, it's serious business... A hurricane IS coming!

We started with the slavery to freedom tour with John (who was phenomenal!!!), then did the train…read moretour with chris, then we walked through the wildlife center. Everything was great, but I'm especially glad we started with the slavery to freedom tour. As beautiful as Magnolia is, it's important to remember the history and particularly the people that suffered there before. My party and I were moved by John's straight forward, no nonsense telling of the plantation's history, and it set us up to enjoy the rest of our experience while staying mindful of what came before.

This whole experience was just bad. And I literally got eaten alive by the mosquitoes. I got no lie…read moreabout 15 bites. Face, neck, back, arms and legs. I was attacked by the mosquitoes at this place. This made the whole experience dismal. We did a tour of the house thru the app. It's self guided. There are people to ask questions too it's interesting. Then we walked outside to walk the gardens and that's when every mosquito in the universe descended on me. Ugh! So after about 1000 steps I decided it was not worth it and headed out to our car. Waste of time and money. And in my case blood the mosquitoes took. Not really what I thought and very disappointing.

Every time I'm at the terrace it's such a wonderful place. The staff are always friendly and…read morewelcoming. The quality of the popcorn is amazing!! The seating and chairs are comfortable. I like how you are able to sit wherever. Whereas other theatres you have to choose a seat on the screen when purchasing tickets. That being said I will always choose the Terrace over any other theatre in Charleston. If you haven't gone to the terrace please support them they are amazing. The staff and everything else about this place is fantastic!!! Tip: when you are seeing a movie make sure to get there early to get a good parking spot the lot is small so they always suggest to carpool or get there early enough to find a parking spot. There is additional parking in the back and it's clearly marked it's a gravel lot. So make sure you get there in plenty of time that way you aren't stuck finding a spot. Anyways terrace theatre is a must go !!!

Who doesn't enjoy watching recent (or sometimes cult) films in a small set of theaters. Want wine…read moreor beer to sip while watching, then this is the place. The seats are comfortable, the lobby can get just a bit crowded but not claustrophobic. Pick a movie from its website or on its lighted "awning" (as some call it) and you are certain to find something today, if not, then tomorrow as the films change sometimes every couple of days. I have seen and enjoyed here, every single time. Come here and ejnjoy. Down side? Looking for an extra couple of minutes to find a parking space out front or just start out back instead for sure parking.

Had a wonderful hair cut here. Staff were all extremely nice. Dedicated surface lot--yes!…read moreRecommended!

I went on my honeymoon here and it was the best experience. I miss this place and have such good…read morememories. I can't wait to return, and look forward to coming back.

You have to stop here. Beautiful area, in the heart of downtown, next to the pier, a great place…read morefor walking, relaxing under the huge trees, it's just a must see spot. Parking can be a bit harrowing because of the area, but it's a gorgeous place.

Review #4 of My Charleston Vacation 20-plus Review Series…read more The Pineapple Fountain is one of the most photographed spots in Charleston. It was the Pineapple Fountain that brought me to spend time Waterfront Park with my Dad and Brother. Dissimilar from several of the nearby attractions including the City Market and Rainbow Row; The Pineapple Fountain has a short history that dates to 1990, four months after Hurricane Hugo caused havoc in Charleston. Disparate from unwelcoming hurricanes, the pineapple is a Charleston symbol of warm welcome and wealth. From my perspective, on July 22, 2026 it served as a warm welcoming place to take photos of a photogenic pineapple fountain with the backdrop of the Copper River and a base of botanical flowers. For some people it served as a welcoming place to cool off in the water on a hot and humid Charleston afternoon. While I took pictures my Dad and Brother rested on a scenic bench under the shade of mature oak trees. This photogenic experience costed me nothing. There was zero need to worry about parking. The Free Charleston Shuttle 211 Route dropped us off close by. It was a relatively short walk from Vendue Range at Concord Street stop.

Working artists in a collective space invite you to explore their work.read more

i wanted to buy more art, so i showed up at 2:20pm and they were all locked up. sign on the door…read moreand google says they close at 3pm. just an fyi- call before you show up.

I visited Gibbes on a Wednesday when it is free entry to Charleston residents. Before that I hadn't…read morebeen here since I was in middle school. It was a great solo treat to see so many beautiful pieces, read, and learn. This is a two story experience with every changing exhibits. Currently you can see a few Monet pieces. I had no idea they would have Monet before visiting so this was a lovely surprise! In general the regular admission price is fair. The staff are incredibly friendly and the space is beautiful. It's also worth noting you are able to host weddings here.

The Gibbes is always an excellent experience. There are activities for all ages. The art is…read moreamazing! The interior architecture is incredible!

USS Laffey is closed for maintenance but no big deal since lots to see on Yorktown. I have now…read morebeen on all five aircraft carrier museums and Yorktown is a very close second to Midway and Intrepid which, IMO, are tied for best. Plenty of exhibits and planes to see. There are two guided tours available: Captain's and Admiral's Tours. These are just the names and have nothing to do with meeting Captains or Admirals. I purchased the Admiral's Tour and thought it was worth the $40. Great tour guide and we saw lots. I visited on Tuesday and Friday. I thoroughly enjoyed my time onboard. Admission also includes the Vietnam War Experience which I think is worth checking out.

Great day Very educational…read more Recommend getting the tour it was well worth it! Will definitely visit again