Are you going to be heading on a vacation to Charleston any time soon? If the answer is yes, then you are going to need to have some kind of idea as to the kind of things that you should be doing while you are there. You have quite a few options to choose from, so it’s just a case of what you can fit in, and what you actually want to do. There is nothing to say that you are going to be interested in everything that is on this list and you don’t have to be, these are just some ideas to get you started.
Joe Riley Waterfront Park
First on the list, you could visit the Joe Riley Waterfront Park. This is a beautiful place that you should experience if you have the time, and if you love open spaces. We know that some people aren’t a massive fan of open spaces like parks because of the amount of people that it invites, but there are some breathtaking views that you shouldn’t miss out on. There is plenty of green, there is a beautiful fountain that you can see. It’s a fantastic place for a relaxing walk if this is the kind of thing that you enjoy.
Rainbow Row
The Rainbow Row Houses are a popular tourist attraction in Charleston due to their vibrant colors. This row of houses and buildings are all painted in various colors, making the place pop and it creates a beautiful view for those walking past. It is currently the longest collection of buildings that have the Georgian architecture still intact. Each building has its own unique history and it’s fascinating to learn about. Featured in the Rainbow Row Houses is James Gordon House, James Cook House, and William Stone House, so you are in for a real treat if you are interested in architecture.
Charleston City Market
If you head to downtown Charleston, you will find Charleston City Market. This is a historic market complex that was established in the 1790’s and is still going today. It stretches around four city blocks, so you know that you are in for a treat due to the fact that it’s a massive market. There are various different stalls that you can purchase from, various different places for you to eat and different foods for you to try. It really is an experience that is unlike anything that you would have known anywhere else, with a large sense of community from the second that you enter the market.
If you have the time, do make sure that you visit even if you only have an hour or two. Most people could easily spend multiple hours here at a time, but even if you only explore some of the market, you will understand why it’s so special.
There you go then! If you are going to be visiting Charleston any time soon, these are some of the things that you absolutely should not miss. We hope that you have such a lovely trip, packed with so much fun and lots of amazing experiences.
