Exploring Historic Downtown Charleston

Day 1: Historic Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina, USA

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Callie's Hot Little Biscuit

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Callie's Hot Little Biscuit, known for its freshly baked biscuits and variety of fillings.
Walk from your accommodation to Callie's Hot Little Biscuit, which is centrally located in downtown Charleston.
$10, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Explore Waterfront Park

Take a leisurely stroll through Waterfront Park, known for its picturesque views of the Charleston Harbor and iconic Pineapple Fountain.
Walk from Callie's Hot Little Biscuit to Waterfront Park, it's just a short walk away.
Free, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Visit The Battery

Walk along The Battery, a historic defensive seawall and promenade, lined with grand antebellum homes and cannons overlooking the water.
Continue walking south from Waterfront Park to reach The Battery.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Husk

Enjoy a Southern-inspired lunch at Husk, a renowned restaurant known for its farm-to-table cuisine and historic setting.
Walk from The Battery to Husk, located nearby in downtown Charleston.
$30, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Stroll through Rainbow Row

Admire the colorful historic homes along Rainbow Row, a row of pastel-colored Georgian houses dating back to the 18th century.
Walk from Husk to Rainbow Row, it's a short walk through the charming streets of Charleston.
Free, 1 hour

4:30 PM

Explore City Market

Shop for local crafts and souvenirs at the historic City Market, a bustling market filled with vendors selling handmade goods.
Walk from Rainbow Row to City Market, located in the heart of downtown Charleston.
$20, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Visit Angel Oak Tree

Head to Johns Island to marvel at the majestic Angel Oak Tree, a Southern live oak tree estimated to be over 400 years old.
Drive or take a rideshare service from downtown Charleston to Angel Oak Tree, approximately a 25-minute drive.
$5 (parking fee), 1.5 hours

8:00 PM

Dinner at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Indulge in a delightful dinner at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, known for its scenic views and Lowcountry cuisine.
Drive or take a rideshare service from Angel Oak Tree to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, approximately a 20-minute drive.
$40, 2 hours
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