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One of the first few things we did landing in Charleston is walking through Rainbow Row. It's not a lot of homes, but there's good opportunity for photos depending on the time of day you get there. If you're already in French Quarter or near the Battery, Rainbow Row is right there. We went through it twice... but context is that we were visiting in the heat of the summer. All in all, cool set of homes to look at from the outside.
Definitely a Charleston staple and must visit due to the popularity and the cute photo opportunities. It was a nice walk from shopping on King Street (about 20 minutes). On this specific block , there was swarm of mosquitoes that bit us like crazy. I highly recommend wearing bug spray if you come this way at a certain point of the day. I heard that mosquitoes are more prone to come out around 6pm. We got cute pics so I guess it was worth it !
A must stop if you are in Charleston. Right near the French quarter. Such a cute set of homes and pretty scenery all around. Close to many shops and restaurants. The houses are gorgeous. If I ever went back I would do a tour through this area!
When researching what to do in Charleston, Rainbow Row is one of the first things to pop up! We made sure to add this stop to our list. The houses are beautiful and full of such southern history. The area was pretty clean as well and wasn't too crowded for a Saturday!
Rainbow Row is a collection of charming historic houses dating from mid 1700-s, about a dozen of them in the historic quarter of Charleston. During my first visit (which was cut short due to bad weather) I missed checking them out so I made it my mission this time around! They are easy to find and popular with tourists so that will lead you to them. Lots of photo ops, lots of influencers and photography sessions! Can you blame them? They are well maintained, nicely renovated and painted in pastel, bright colors- pink, green, blue. Parking might be hard to snag in the area, I would advise you to walk to them from anywhere in downtown, you'll discover more charming places on the way. Lots of tour groups around for guided tours! We walked along the Battery which turns into Bay street and there they are! You will be able to tell by the commotion! Nice spot in Charleston, colorful and lively!
Well, I have seen neighborhoods more colorful than this, and when it was saying rainbow row/lane, I was expecting more. One of Charleston's most iconic points of interest, Rainbow Row comprises a row of 13 colorful Georgian houses painted historic homes perched along The Battery's East Bay Street, near Waterfront Park. Dating back to the mid-1700s, the structures hold an important place in Charleston's history. If you need some great pictures for your Instagram, Go, and visit the Rainbow Row. Tip: The Rainbow Row homes run from 79 to 107 East Bay Street and, while each is privately owned, the city ordinances are in place to keep their pastel colors intact. History: Even though these houses are nearly 300 years old, they did not always look like this. These houses were not always so vibrant and colorful. Constructed around 1740 and used as merchant shops and homes for a long time, the Rainbow Row houses wore a desolate look at the end of the Civil War. They were restored only recently in the first half of the 20th century and painted in lovely pastel shades. It was in the 1930s that Dorothy Porcher Legge purchased a house here and decided to paint it a shade of pink. Her neighbors followed suit. And well, the rest is Rainbow Row! It is not a surprise that Rainbow Row is one of the most photographed areas in the entire city.
Rainbow Row is famous for colorful historic homes. Which is picture perfect. A great spot for a stroll and some memorable photos.
Rainbow Row is the name for a series of thirteen colorful historic houses in historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina. The houses are located north of Tradd St. and south of Elliott St. on East Bay Street, that is, 79 to 107 East Bay Street. In 1931, Dorothy Haskell Porcher Legge purchased a section of these, house numbering 99 through 101 East Bay, and began to renovate them. She chose to paint these houses pink based on a colonial Caribbean color scheme. Other owners and future owners followed suit, creating the "rainbow" of pastel colors present today. The coloring of the houses helped keep the houses cool inside as well as give the area its name. By 1945, most of the houses had been restored. The name "Rainbow Row" was later coined. It is a popular tourist attraction and is one of the most photographed parts of Charleston. My family and I visited the Rainbow Row this past summer while we were visiting family in town. We had previously visited on our last visit to the area but wanted to visit again because the houses are just breathtaking to look at. They're very photogenic! Aside from the pastel colored houses, the whole stretch of the downtown area from Waterfront Park to the Battery is a very interesting area to explore. It's loaded with historic buildings, monuments, historical plaques, and cobblestone streets. You might get lucky and even see a horse-drawn carriage riding by. We highly recommend anyone visiting Charleston to see Rainbow Row!
Cute little area that's bright and fun to look at. It's free and has plenty of historic plaques and information to read along the way and in the area. This is definitely worth a visit.
Not exactly a destination like a park or a playground, but if you pay a little attention, you'd find some interesting views that may be unique to this town. While most tourists focus on taking photos of the main attractions-- houses painted in pastel colors, head for the small side streets and you just may be surprised by the quiet residential surroundings and their beauty! Idyllic courtyards, vine-covered walls, even the door knobs can be interesting... great photo opportunities abound.
Honestly not worth it. Trees are too close to the buildings and so many cars hard to get an unobstructed picture.
The iconic rainbow row is a must-see in Charleston. It's a strip of colorful homes that are in walking distance of the downtown. Sure, you'll see lots of folks taking pictures of them, but we loved the area in general, as there are beautiful homes for miles that are so fun to ogle over. It's the perfect place for a stroll... and a photo!
There is nothing too exciting about this, a row of houses with pastel colors. Yes it's pretty to look at but I wouldn't go out of your way to come here. It is a historical landmark and used to be a center of commerce.
Rainbow Row was on the top of my list of things to see in Charleston, given the hype around this historic spot. I have to say, I was a bit underwhelmed when finding it. Don't get me wrong, the homes are beautiful and the history behind them are rich, but it is definitely overhyped. I was also surprised how different it looked in person compared to photos online; I don't know if its the photoshop making the houses look so vibrant and colorful, but the real thing seemed a bit more dull. If you're already in the area, you should definitely see it for yourself, cause you've got nothing to lose. But don't go out of your way to come here, or you may be slightly disappointed like I was. read more
8 months ago
Rainbow Row is a row of houses all painted different colors, and it shows Charleston's history. It's a great place to visit if you're in the area, especially for a photo opportunity with the houses. Street parking can be a little tricky, especially during peak times. read more
One of the first few things we did landing in Charleston is walking through Rainbow Row. It's not a lot of homes, but there's good opportunity for photos depending on the time of day you get there. If you're already in French Quarter or near the Battery, Rainbow Row is right there. We went through it twice... but context is that we were visiting in the heat of the summer. All in all, cool set of homes to look at from the outside. read more
1 year ago
Definitely a Charleston staple and must visit due to the popularity and the cute photo opportunities. It was a nice walk from shopping on King Street (about 20 minutes). On this specific block , there was swarm of mosquitoes that bit us like crazy. I highly recommend wearing bug spray if you come this way at a certain point of the day. I heard that mosquitoes are more prone to come out around 6pm. We got cute pics so I guess it was worth it ! read more
1 year ago
A must stop if you are in Charleston. Right near the French quarter. Such a cute set of homes and pretty scenery all around. Close to many shops and restaurants. The houses are gorgeous. If I ever went back I would do a tour through this area! read more
1 year ago
When researching what to do in Charleston, Rainbow Row is one of the first things to pop up! We made sure to add this stop to our list. The houses are beautiful and full of such southern history. The area was pretty clean as well and wasn't too crowded for a Saturday! read more
Rainbow Row is a collection of charming historic houses dating from mid 1700-s, about a dozen of them in the historic quarter of Charleston. During my first visit (which was cut short due to bad weather) I missed checking them out so I made it my mission this time around! They are easy to find and popular with tourists so that will lead you to them. Lots of photo ops, lots of influencers and photography sessions! Can you blame them? They are well maintained, nicely renovated and painted in pastel, bright colors- pink, green, blue. Parking might be hard to snag in the area, I would advise you to walk to them from anywhere in downtown, you'll discover more charming places on the way. Lots of tour groups around for guided tours! We walked along the Battery which turns into Bay street and there they are! You will be able to tell by the commotion! Nice spot in Charleston, colorful and lively! read more
Well, I have seen neighborhoods more colorful than this, and when it was saying rainbow row/lane, I was expecting more. One of Charleston's most iconic points of interest, Rainbow Row comprises a row of 13 colorful Georgian houses painted historic homes perched along The Battery's East Bay Street, near Waterfront Park. Dating back to the mid-1700s, the structures hold an important place in Charleston's history. If you need some great pictures for your Instagram, Go, and visit the Rainbow Row. Tip: The Rainbow Row homes run from 79 to 107 East Bay Street and, while each is privately owned, the city ordinances are in place to keep their pastel colors intact. History: Even though these houses are nearly 300 years old, they did not always look like this. These houses were not always so vibrant and colorful. Constructed around 1740 and used as merchant shops and homes for a long time, the Rainbow Row houses wore a desolate look at the end of the Civil War. They were restored only recently in the first half of the 20th century and painted in lovely pastel shades. It was in the 1930s that Dorothy Porcher Legge purchased a house here and decided to paint it a shade of pink. Her neighbors followed suit. And well, the rest is Rainbow Row! It is not a surprise that Rainbow Row is one of the most photographed areas in the entire city. read more
2 years ago
Rainbow Row is the name for a series of thirteen colorful historic houses in historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina. The houses are located north of Tradd St. and south of Elliott St. on East Bay Street, that is, 79 to 107 East Bay Street. In 1931, Dorothy Haskell Porcher Legge purchased a section of these, house numbering 99 through 101 East Bay, and began to renovate them. She chose to paint these houses pink based on a colonial Caribbean color scheme. Other owners and future owners followed suit, creating the "rainbow" of pastel colors present today. The coloring of the houses helped keep the houses cool inside as well as give the area its name. By 1945, most of the houses had been restored. The name "Rainbow Row" was later coined. It is a popular tourist attraction and is one of the most photographed parts of Charleston. My family and I visited the Rainbow Row this past summer while we were visiting family in town. We had previously visited on our last visit to the area but wanted to visit again because the houses are just breathtaking to look at. They're very photogenic! Aside from the pastel colored houses, the whole stretch of the downtown area from Waterfront Park to the Battery is a very interesting area to explore. It's loaded with historic buildings, monuments, historical plaques, and cobblestone streets. You might get lucky and even see a horse-drawn carriage riding by. We highly recommend anyone visiting Charleston to see Rainbow Row! read more
3 years ago
Not exactly a destination like a park or a playground, but if you pay a little attention, you'd find some interesting views that may be unique to this town. While most tourists focus on taking photos of the main attractions-- houses painted in pastel colors, head for the small side streets and you just may be surprised by the quiet residential surroundings and their beauty! Idyllic courtyards, vine-covered walls, even the door knobs can be interesting... great photo opportunities abound. read more
The iconic rainbow row is a must-see in Charleston. It's a strip of colorful homes that are in walking distance of the downtown. Sure, you'll see lots of folks taking pictures of them, but we loved the area in general, as there are beautiful homes for miles that are so fun to ogle over. It's the perfect place for a stroll... and a photo! read more
There is nothing too exciting about this, a row of houses with pastel colors. Yes it's pretty to look at but I wouldn't go out of your way to come here. It is a historical landmark and used to be a center of commerce. read more
As I was researching Charleston, the Rainbow Row kept popping up to check out. So we did..... they were very photogenic and very well kept. The area other very historical homes. Make sure you check out the Rainbow Row and the area. read more
Rainbow row is a section of Charleston labeled for the row of very colorful houses. My family drove down and checked it out. It's a fun section of the town to walk around and they are pretty. If in Charleston, check them out read more
The walk along Rainbow Row is a must see and do! The historic Georgian homes are so beautiful and it's amazing to see them preserved over the years. There's a plaque explaining the history behind Rainbow Row, and puts into perspective just how old these homes are. read more
While in Charleston, SC, the four of us vacationers wanted to walk around. I parked on the street on East Bay St, just south of Broad St., finding a metered space that didn't require me to pay because it was after 6 pm. We headed south and soon saw Rainbow Row, a long group of Georgian rowhouses that were built between the 1770s and 1845. Rainbow Row houses' claim to fame is that they're painted pastel colors, and this is the most photographed area in Charleston, SC. it doesn't take very long to see all of Rainbow Row, but taking pictures of the homes without people in the background may be a challenge since many visitors take selfies that they post on Instagram. And you know their selfies need to be perfect ... and perfection takes time. (Rolling eyes here). While we were in the area (we walked on East Bay St from Broad St to The Battery and back), we saw groups of well dressed women on what looked like professional photoshoots, moms and dads taking pics of their kids all dressed up for a prom, and tourists taking pics of themselves. This area is clean and well maintained, and street parking close to Rainbow Row is reserved for 12 hours every day for residents with a parking permit. So, (if I'm interpreting the street signs correctly) if you want to park close to Rainbow Row, you can park for free between 8 pm and 8 am and take your pics then. Lol. I was actually more interested in reading all of the plaques detailing the histories of the (newer) houses and buildings on the opposite side of East Bay St, leading to The Battery. Rainbow Row is nice to see for a few minutes if you're anywhere nearby. read more
The picturesque rainbow row where you see on tv and films and commercials. These are the iconic pastel painted houses. There is plenty of parking and it's an easy walk. I am always fascinated in houses that have gas powered lanterns and most of the houses there had that. There are all kinds of restaurants nearby and the pineapple water fountain is close by too read more
If your staying Charleston and near downtown, make sure you give some time to walk by Rainbow Row. Located off East Bay street, it's a row of homes in these classic vibrant colors that also wraps around the corner. As you look at all the art work while visiting Charleston, you'll see many renditions of the homes and artist concepts that are great. Parking is usually done via meters. It's one of the many walking stops if your doing a tour or one you'll see as part of the horse and carriage rides that are offered. If you're into history, architecture, and nostalgia vibes, it's a great stop. Get your IG Profile photo on... everyone else was. Would be nice is no parking on the street was put in place to see it all, but do understand it's a residential neighborhood. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Must see when visiting Charleston! Iconic representation of the city & insta worthy! Short walk from here to other major attractions like King Street and the Pineapple Fountain and surrounding park. Even if you aren't in town for long, definitely worth spending an hour or so walking around this area! Ample metered parking on all the nearby streets. read more
3 years ago
Went here with my family and it is an incredibly iconic and beautiful place. The houses are truly unique and is a must see place to go on your stay in Charleston. read more
6 years ago
Walking about Charleston is wonderful all on it's own, the architecture, the history seen in the various buildings and homes. I wanted to be sure to hit Rainbow Row for pictures and I did have to laugh that the forth house in was getting a facelift and was covered in scaffolding and plastic sheeting covering the entire front of the house. So there isn't a good shot of the entire row. We were out there at 10am on a Monday and it was already blistering by the time we reached the battery! We walked over from the market. I may end up trying to paint it- there were so many paintings being sold of this picturesque Rainbow Row all around town! read more
8 years ago
Popular little spot in Charleston. The longest cluster of Georgian row houses in the United States painted pastel colors. Nothing fancy here but the homes are photographed so often that if you are in town you might as well stroll by and take a few pics of your own. read more
Love the street, beautiful homes and neighborhood. Cool vibe and very busy with students and visitors / tourists. Very walkable and I recommend just to soak up the views. Didn't know "rainbow row" was a staple or icon in Charleston! read more
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