With its celebrated restaurant scene, architectural treasures, historic wonders and serene coastal landscapes, it’s no surprise that lovely Charleston is a popular vacation destination. Explore the area’s culture through local food and music festivals, dine on Lowcountry cuisine and browse for Sea Island crafts. Wander through Charleston’s historic district and peer past wrought-iron gates into mysterious courtyards and fragrant gardens. Take one of many tours exploring the city’s culinary hot spots, antebellum mansions, historic churches, breweries and more. Stay at a charming inn, a historic hotel or a beach resort. Discover the people, flavours, traditions, sights and sounds found only in Charleston.
Learn more at:
www.visittheusa.com/destination/charleston
Facts
Population: |
134,385 |
Currency: |
US Dollar, $1 = 100 cents |
Emergency numbers: |
911 |
Newspapers: |
Post and Courier Gazette Mail |
Website: |
www.visittheusa.com/destination/charleston |
Opening hours: |
Most stores are open seven days a week 10am to 5pm, or later. Bars and clubs tend to close around 2am. |
Tourist information: |
Charleston Visitor Center 375 Meeting Street Charleston +1 800 774 0006 |
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