Family Places in Charleston, South Carolina

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Are you looking for family fun places in Charleston, South Carolina?

If you're looking a roadtrip from Charleston, SC for the day, try these great places which are just an hour or less away from Charleston, SC. Discover a new place with family, friends or solitude.

South Carolina Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

Panoramic waterfront views, remarkable animals and an exclusive downtown Charleston location create an unrivaled atmosphere. Your guests may explore the Aquarium?s exhibits while celebrating your special occasion with animal attendees.

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row

Beautiful and expansive, Rainbow Row in Charleston SC is the ideal place to visit if you are a first time visitor to Charleston, South Carolina. As you step foot into the area, you will initially know right away why it holds this name. In short, the buildings here have beautiful coloring to them.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Welcome to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. Magnolia has been selected as one of "America's Most Beautiful Gardens" (Travel + Leisure Magazine), and is the only garden honored with this distinction in the State of South Carolina!

Fort Moultrie

Fort Moultrie

From the time of the earliest European settlements until the end of World War II, coastal fortifications guarded the harbors and shores of the United States. At Fort Moultrie, two centuries of seacoast defense is told through a unique plan of restoration.

Fort Sumter

Fort Sumter

Historic Fort Sumter is located in Charleston Harbor and is only accessible by boat. Fort Sumter does not charge an entrance fee; however tickets for the authorized concession-operated ferry are required and may be purchased in advance. Visitors are also welcome to visit Fort Sumter by private(personal) boat during operating hours.

Folly Beach Pier

Folly Beach Pier

Fishing, walking, birding, and the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of the "Edge of America" are just some of the possibilities at the Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier, where you can find some of the best saltwater fishing in the area. The pier is a breathtaking landmark that stretches 1,045 feet into the sparkling waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Charleston Water Taxi

Charleston Water Taxi

Want to see some dolphins? Want to witness some historic sites from the water or see some of Charleston?s beautiful attractions? Catch the Charleston Water Taxi for all your transportation and sightseeing needs.

Hominy Grill

Hominy Grill

Single house, Hominy Grill feels as though it has been open for generations, in fact this landmark has only been dishing up its simple, clean fare since 1996. Combining the traditions of the past with the bounty of land and sea, James Beard Award winning chef/owner Robert Stehling lets the Low Country?s unique cultural history and flavors guide his cooking.

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

We are a professional family of guides and captains dedicated to leading trips through some of the most beautiful saltwater estuaries in South Carolina. As a guiding and rental service company, we provide you with everything you need to have an adventure of a lifetime.

Flipper Finders Boat & Sea Kayak Tours

Flipper Finders Boat & Sea Kayak Tours

Flipper Finders Boat and Sea Kayak Tour Co. is a full-service adventure outfitter for guided inshore charters near Charleston, South Carolina. You?ll find us at the edge of the beautiful Folly River- a short walk from Folly Beach. Most tours encounter a variety of wildlife including bottlenose dolphin, shore birds, sharks, turtles, crabs, and starfish.