10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Charleston That You Shouldn't Miss

Lowcountry Walking Tours is Charleston's premiere walking tour company. We offer three walking tours -- the Downtown Walking Tour, Charleston's Most Beautiful Walk and our most popular tour, Charleston's Alleys and Hidden Passages, which is a small group tour for a more intimate experience!

Private charters available for couples and groups of up to 6. We provide comfortable seating, commentary and a chance to steer and trim sails. Food and beverages may be brought aboard to celebrate your birthday or anniversary (byob). Sailing lessons on request. We have restroom facilities aboard our modern Beneteau 323 yacht.

Private and group tours of the Holy City... Charleston, SC!

Experience the charm of Charleston in a two hour walking tour with genuine local flavor. Join native Charlestonian sisters Mary Helen Dantzler and Therese Smythe, whose family dates from 1793, as you stroll through Charleston's most beautiful streets and scenic alleyways.

No one knows Charleston like a native! Walk her historic streets and narrow alleys with me and see the elegance of bygone eras in Charleston, aka The holy City. Through Colonial times, the Revolutionary and Civil wars, up through the Renaissance period, you will experience the magic of living history.

Charleston Fossil Adventures offers guided fossil hunting trips in Charleston and the surrounding area, with service to Edisto Beach, Folly Beach, the Ashley River, and the Edisto River. Pick an Adventure that fits your family's style, whether it's a kayak tour to gravel beds loaded with shark teeth, or a leisurely stroll along the beach, picking up fossils from the last Ice Age!

Founded in 1992, Coastal Expeditions is Charleston's original outfitter and is a family business with a team of exceptional, big-hearted guides. Outside Magazine listed Coastal Expeditions tours as one of the top 30 trips to take worldwide. Saltwater and blackwater tours and rentals are available year round from several wildlife-laden spots, including 4 private on-water outposts at Shem Creek, Isle of Palms, Kiawah River and the Bulls Island Ferry. Coastal Expeditions' mission is to take people to beautiful places to experience meaningful things by kayak, SUP, canoe and powerboat.

Family fun for everyone! We offer 3 hour shell and sharks tooth hunting & history trips out to beautiful and secluded Morris Island, as well as romantic sunset and dolphin cruises. Science and eco tours for kids, and school groups that meet or exceed SC school standards as well. Definitely kid and pet friendly, too. Our vessels are perfectly suited for private charters, bachelorette and bachelor parties, anniversaries and birthday parties, any kind of get together you can think of, up to 80 passengers. Come on out and see us!

Enchanting historic Charleston comes alive on entertaining and informative walking tours with 7th-generation Charleston native Michael Trouche. Discover stunning architecture, glorious gardens, Civil and Revolutionary War sites, cobblestone streets, wrought iron gates, legendary graveyards, and the local flavor of the fabled “Holy City” that no one knows better than Michael, who grew up in the famous "South of Broad" area, and has written two popular books on Charleston, where his family has lived for more than 215 years. Michael won numerous prestigious awards as host of the acclaimed "Carolina Camera" television program for 20 years on the local Charleston CBS affiliate, and has charmed tour guests for more than 10 years with his unparalleled knowledge of South Carolina's history, culture, plants and animals, as well as colorful insights, locations and anecdotes that only a lifelong Charleston native would know. Group walking tours are 2 hours long, and begin at 108 Meeting Street.

Sail year round on Charleston’s finest, private, and romantic 50ft luxury yachts, "Fate" and "Kismet". Rated by Forbes as one of the top romantic things to do in Charleston! Enjoy the sights of this beautiful city from historical landmarks to a wide variety of wildlife as you relax and feel the ocean breeze, all while your professional captain and mate cater to your every need. Available for hourly, daily and overnight adventures. Most charters are 2-4 hours in length and circle the entire Charleston Harbor. Gourmet Catering options are available and you are welcome to bring your favorite beverages along for the ride. Professional photography is available. Book in advance as we do well oer 650 charters per year. Large Party? Our high capacity motor yacht Kismet is the best yacht for parties up to 20 guests. The perfect for corporate events, birthdays, family outings, private tours and over 200 bachelorette parties every year!