The City in Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston has received numerous awards for being an outstanding destination. For three consecutive years, Charleston was named 'Top U.S. City' by “Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards”. Distinguished travel companies such as “Travel + Leisure” and “Southern Living” magazine have given other awards to Charleston. Its people are mannerly and welcoming, showing the very best of southern hospitality to Charleston visitors. Charleston is filled with early 20th-century architecture that is renovated and perfectly maintained. Nowhere is this more evident than at Charleston’s historic King Street. This historic shopping, dining and design district is defined by three distinct areas: the Upper King Street Design and Dining District, the Middle King Street Fashion District and the Lower King Street Antiques District. So, you can find everything you could possibly want, from electronics to crafts. Stroll past many familiar brands along with dozens of unique local retailers. Many are housed in historically significant buildings, a Charleston convergence of old and new. Expect to see many familiar brands like Anthropologie, Apple, Banana Republic and Gap. But also visit the many local establishments that offer a little piece of Charleston to take home with you. Blue Bicycle Books is a local favorite, offering new and used books and supporting local authors. At King Street’s Antiques District, check out George C. Birlant & Co., which has been selling upscale antiques from around the world since 1922.