The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Charleston, South Carolina (SC)

September 16, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

Historic Charleston is bursting with Southern charm and hospitality. The city feels a bit like it’s suspended in time, thanks to its antebellum architecture and surrounding plantation landscapes. Take in incredible views of the Battery and the French Quarter as you stroll the Waterfront Park, then become inspired by the cultivated beauty of the gardens at Middleton Place. At night, try a ghost tour for an introduction to the spooky side of the city.
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1. Charleston Music Hall

37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403-6432 +1 843-853-2252 [email protected] http://www.charlestonmusichall.com
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5.0 based on 138 reviews

Charleston Music Hall

Reviewed By prezwayne - North Carolina Coast, United States

Was in town for the CJO Xmas Jazz concert. The band was great, great selections and the singer was very good and addd to the show. If you get a chance season 12 starts in February try to make a show you won’t be disappointed.

2. Aiken-Rhett House

48 Elizabeth St, Charleston, SC 29403-6250 +1 843-723-1159 [email protected] http://www.historiccharleston.org/Visit/Museums/Aiken-Rhett-House-Museum.aspx
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4.5 based on 1,601 reviews

Aiken-Rhett House

The Aiken-Rhett House (c. 1820) is one of the best-preserved townhouse complexes in the nation. Vastly expanded by Governor and Mrs. William Aiken, Jr. in the 1830s and again in the 1850s, the house and its outbuildings include a kitchen, the original quarters of the enslaved, carriage block and back lot. When Historic Charleston Foundation assumed ownership in 1995, we adopted a preserved-as-found preservation approach, meaning the structure and contents are left in an “as-found” state, including furniture, architecture and finishes that have not been altered since the mid 19th century. While many dependency buildings in Charleston have been demolished or adapted, the Aiken-Rhett slave quarters – with their original paint, floors and fixtures – survive virtually untouched since the 1850s, allowing visitors the chance to better comprehend the every-day realities of the enslaved Africans who lived and labored here. A 45-minute audio tour is available, last tour at 4pm.

Reviewed By DesigningWoman13 - Memphis, United States

This "preserved" house and slave quarters, with ts easy-to-use audio guide, gives you an excellent insight into how the upper classes lived in the 18th and 19th centuries, along with a good perspective on the slave side of the experience. Good, rounded view.

3. Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

122 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401-2103 +1 843-727-2165 http://www.oldexchange.org
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4.5 based on 1,377 reviews

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

History comes alive as Colonial dressed guides talk about Pirates, Patriots and Presidents! Explore the location where pirates were once held and view a section of the 1698 fortification that once protected the Walled City. Completed in 1771 as the New Exchange and Customs House, recognized today as South Carolina's most historic building. Where Patriots were imprisoned, the Constitution was ratified and George Washington was entertained.

Reviewed By CharlieV2011 - Chicago, United States

What a great site to visit, especially so close to July 4 ????????! I enjoyed my visit here. The guided tour of the dungeon was interesting, with stories of events surrounding political prisoners, gun ammo storage, and English tea! Upstairs, you will see artifacts that date back to the 1700’s and 1800’s such as portraits, weapons, and handmade/woven items! You will also read interesting stories about events and about historical figures. Great way to learn about history and be in the same room as important people once stood!

4. The Charleston Museum

360 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403-6297 +1 843-722-2996 [email protected] http://www.charlestonmuseum.org
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4.5 based on 1,039 reviews

The Charleston Museum

The Charleston Museum, America's First Museum, founded in 1773. Its mission is to preserve and interpret the cultural and natural history of Charleston and the South Carolina Lowcountry. We invite you to explore this rich, varied history at the Museum and its two National Historic Landmark houses, The Joseph Manigault and Heyward Washington Historic Houses. All are located downtown, in America's Most Historic City. Featuring: Lowcountry History, Historic Armory, Charleston in the Revolutionary War, "City Under Seige" (civil war), The Bunting Natural History Gallery, Kidstory, and Historic Textiles Gallery.

Reviewed By robinbeam - Oklahoma City, United States

We went to this museum as part of our Charleston Tour Pass. It is small, but very well curated. The display of local silver was lovely. They also have items from a local whale skeleton to an Egyptian mummy. Very eclectic.

5. Fort Sumter National Monument

Charleston, SC 29482-9748 +1 843-883-3123 http://www.nps.gov/fosu/index.htm
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4.5 based on 5,603 reviews

Fort Sumter National Monument

Learn all about this storied spot of the first clash between the Union and Confederate armies in the Civil War, in which the Union forces finally surrendered after a 34-hour bombardment by the Rebels.

Reviewed By lrb06901

Knowledgeable NP rangers at the visitor center, lovely boat ride and memorable flag raising ceremony in the morning for those that helped AND watched to raise our flag.

6. Magnolia Plantation & Gardens

3550 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29414-7109 +1 843-571-1266 [email protected] http://www.magnoliaplantation.com/
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Magnolia Plantation & Gardens

South Carolina's Most Visited Plantation and Gardens. National Registry of Historic Places. Ancient Oak Avenue. Tours full of History. World Famous Gardens of the 19th Century "Romantic Style". Selected by Travel + Leisure (2014) as the only South Carolina garden deemed one of "America's Most Beautiful Gardens". Reconstruction Period Plantation Home Tour. Award Winning Slave Cabin Tour. Very popular Nature-Train Tour. Rice Field Boat Tour. Family Oriented. Petting Zoo and Nature Center. Audubon Swamp Self-Guided Tour. Amazing Nesting Rookery. If you have only one Plantation to see, don't miss us!

Reviewed By barnettmail64

Had a wonderful trip around plantation lots to see Very interesting plus fabulous little petting zoo Shawn our driver was brilliant made the trip Good knowledge and vey informative Passionate about magnolia gardens Would definitely recommend a lovely day out

7. St. Michael's Church

71 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401-2902 +1 843-723-0603 [email protected] http://www.stmichaelschurch.net
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4.5 based on 789 reviews

St. Michael's Church

Charleston's oldest church has been tolling its bells on the hour since 1764. Dynamic Downtown Worship in the Anglican Tradition

Reviewed By yellowstone1 - Williamsburg, United States

We went from our hotel, French Quarter Inn (great hotel and I would most recommend this place but it is expensive but you get a lot for the price) actually we were on a private tour and Linda stopped to let us see this holy place and we were able to enter the sanctuary and see the Tiffany glass windows and the pulpit and the pew where George Washington attended services.

8. Drayton Hall

3380 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29414-7126 +1 843-769-2600 [email protected] http://www.draytonhall.org/
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Drayton Hall

Circa 1738, Drayton Hall is the oldest unrestored plantation house in America still open to the public.

Reviewed By TurtleGirlGonzales - Dallas, United States

This is a must do for those interested in history, architecture etc. House is original, having survived the American Revolution and the Civil War--quite moving. Tour Guide Mary Jo? Mary Lou? was knowledgeable, interesting and lots of fun! It is empty and the impact of that is profound. It is preserved, not restored. To walk the same staircase as Cornwallis? Amazing! Take your time here, walk the African American cemetery near the entrance gates as well.

9. College of Charleston

66 George St, Charleston, SC 29424-0001 +1 843-805-5507 http://www.cofc.edu
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College of Charleston

The College of Charleston is a nationally recognized public liberal arts and sciences university located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1770, the College is among the nation’s top universities for quality education, student life and affordability. The College offers a distinctive combination of a beautiful and historic campus, modern facilities and cutting-edge programs.

Reviewed By robinbeam - Oklahoma City, United States

This is a gorgeous college campus that is the oldest municipal college in the US. It is well incorporated into the surrounding community. The architecture is beautiful.

10. Charleston Visitor Center

375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403-6238 +1 800-868-8118 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/
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4.5 based on 1,246 reviews

Charleston Visitor Center

Top quality black car services for executives, luxury resorts and hotels, select weddings and events. Group transportation, trip planning and airport transfers.

Reviewed By Nomad757901 - Winston Salem, United States

Whether you're visiting Charleston for the first time or 100th time the Visitors Center is a great place to start. There's so much to read about and great history shared. There's brochures for many of the places to visit as well as coupons for discounts in the area. I love taking first time visitors here

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