I love, love, love Charleston, South Carolina. I’ve visited the city several times and have vacationed in Isle of Palms (just outside of Charleston) many summers. It’s one of my favorite cities and I never get tired of wandering around there. When we were traveling last Wednesday, we decided to stop in Charleston for a few hours and have lunch before driving the rest of the way to my in-laws.
I set my GPS to find the Visitors Center. From there, I knew we could find a parking garage and walk wherever. (And I was right!) We parked, walked into the Visitors Center to see if we could find a map. We had no agenda. Just walk until we found something. It probably wasn’t the best idea I had all week, but we made the most of it.
First stop was the waterfront near the aquarium. (The aquarium was too expensive for a short visit.) We happened upon a large ship. We watched it go by and then decided to see what else we could happen upon.
I love the streets of Charleston. (I really love Rainbow Row, but we didn’t make it that far this trip. Not by foot, at least.) We found ourselves at the Charleston City Market. I love the sweet grass baskets. I actually have a couple in my house. (Small ones.) On this trip, I bought two prints which I’m excited about framing and hanging in our guest room.
My son loved seeing the carriage horses, but he did not want to get too close!
We ate lunch at Charleston Crab House, across the street from the Charleston City Market. We were able to get a booth on the second floor that had access to a window – perfect for my toddler to watch everything below!
And then we walked back to the car. We walked a couple miles that day, and it was in the low 90s. So hot and sticky! And such a great side trip!
Have you ever visited Charleston, SC? What is a city you love to visit?
Kim says
July 16, 2014 at 7:08 amLooks awesome!! Now I want to go!!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
July 16, 2014 at 7:37 amIt looks like such a charming southern town! I have never been to SC at all, but I would LOVE to get down there sometime so I can experience it for myself.
Toni says
July 16, 2014 at 7:43 amLooks like a charming little town. I would love to visit SC sometime.
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
July 16, 2014 at 8:32 amYes to all of this. We love Charleston! Hubs and I ate at the same restaurant George Washington ate at, saw Rainbow Row, the black market (and it was flooded at the time!) and the Pecan candy companies. I’m so glad you got to see it!
Kay Adeola says
July 16, 2014 at 8:46 amI have never been but would love to visit one day.Looks like a beautiful place.
Christie says
July 16, 2014 at 11:06 amCharleston is so beautiful. I just love the old world charm
Heather says
July 16, 2014 at 11:23 amI love Charleston! Every time I’ve been there I’ve been Charlestoned and hated to leave!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
July 16, 2014 at 12:14 pmCharleston is my absolute favorite too. It’s the only place other than Asheville! My hubby and I try to get there at least once a year. Great post idea!
Jaime says
July 17, 2014 at 1:38 pmI need to go for a long weekend. Soon. 🙂
Mellisa says
July 16, 2014 at 12:32 pmWhat a gorgeous place. I would love to visit someday.
Lori says
July 16, 2014 at 12:49 pmWhat a fun getaway! I love the charm and historic look.
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
July 16, 2014 at 12:55 pmI have never been but I have a few friends in the area. Beautiful place.
Robin Blommi.com says
July 16, 2014 at 1:03 pmThat looks like a great place to visit! The historic charm is so nice!
Krystal says
July 16, 2014 at 1:49 pmGreat pictures! Thanks for sharing about your trip to Charleston, It looks like a beautiful place to visit.
Debbie Denny says
July 16, 2014 at 2:05 pmI lived near there for several tears when I was a child. So need to go back and see all the sights.
Janel (A Mom's Take) says
July 16, 2014 at 3:50 pmNo, never been but Charleston is a city that I’m dying to visit. I love all the history, mystery, and haunted locations. I hope to visit one day soon.
Brett says
July 16, 2014 at 5:26 pmIt looks so beautiful there! I would love to visit.
Shannon gosney says
July 16, 2014 at 7:48 pmI visited Charleston, South Carolina and loved it there! Did you check out the wooden swings on the dock near the water? They were awesome!
Jaime says
July 17, 2014 at 1:38 pmI did NOT check out the wooden swings! (Adding it to my list for next time…because there will be a next time.)
Rosey says
July 16, 2014 at 7:54 pmIt looks very charming to me. I’ve never been, but I’d love to go, that’s for absolute sure. 🙂
Chrysa says
July 16, 2014 at 9:01 pmWow now I’m adding Charleston to our travel to dos! What a beautiful area. Loved all the photos and I love all of those sweet grass baskets. Thanks for the travel review.
Melissa says
July 16, 2014 at 10:37 pmI love these pics! I have always wanted to visit!
Barbie's Beauty Bits says
July 16, 2014 at 11:03 pmI hear such wonderful things about Charleston! I’ve been to a lot of places but Charleston is not one of them. I will most certainly go one day!
Carly Anderson says
July 16, 2014 at 11:07 pmI would love to visit Charleston sometime. I would love to visit it for it’s historical aspects.
Danielle @ We Have It All says
July 16, 2014 at 11:18 pmI would love to visit Charleston! That’s a place that I would just love to walk through and see it all.
Beth@KCMompreneurs says
July 16, 2014 at 11:38 pmI don’t think I have visited South Carolina. But it looks like a beautiful place to visit.
Debbie L. says
July 17, 2014 at 6:10 amI have not been to South Carolina in years….your post makes me want to revisit the area.
Liz Mays says
July 17, 2014 at 10:33 amI went there on a road trip with my sister and my mom several years ago. I have SUCH fond memories of that trip! What a charming place it is.
Brandy says
July 17, 2014 at 11:14 amI have not visited before, but wow. I want to now. Looks so beautiful, I always love seeing new places that are within driving distance for me, but sadly this is not within driving distance for me for a day trip.
Jeanine @ sixtimemommy.com says
July 17, 2014 at 12:09 pmLooks like a great place! I’ve never been too far but this looks interesting!
Katrina says
July 17, 2014 at 1:35 pmWe just got back from Charleston. This is my all time favorite city in the USA. My brother lives down there now and I have been nagging my husband for a year to move down too, I finally have a yes well a “maybe next year” same thing right?
Jaime says
July 17, 2014 at 1:37 pmDefinitely the same thing as a YES! 😉
Dina says
July 17, 2014 at 4:16 pmI’ve been to Charleston before. It’s a beautiful city for sure.
Lisa says
July 17, 2014 at 4:19 pmWhat a beautiful place to visit! I’ve been to North Carolina, but not South Caroline yet. It’s on my travel list though!
Carly Bellard says
July 17, 2014 at 4:41 pmI love Charleston. Actually- I really love any post city! My sis went to school there and it gave me an excuse to visit!
Amanda H. says
July 17, 2014 at 4:41 pmI have never visited, but your photos make me want to go! What a great use of a few extra hours!
cam | bibs and baubles says
July 17, 2014 at 5:09 pmI’ve heard it’s beautiful there. I want to visit one day.
P.S. I’m in love with that horse!
Travel Blogger says
July 17, 2014 at 6:08 pmMy husband is in the Navy and South Carolina is one of my top 5 choices to be stationed!
Amber Conaway says
July 17, 2014 at 8:01 pmWow I LOVE the pictures, looks like a BEAUTIFUL city! I would love to be able to visit there sometime!
April Smith Decheine says
July 21, 2014 at 8:34 amI have been to SC only once and was entranced with the beauty and old school feel. I would love to go back sometime.