Best places in Charleston

Discover the best places in Charleston, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 678 places in the city.

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Hyman's Seafood
Seafood restaurant
Vast seafood spot & deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s.
$$ $$
4.90 (36.7K reviews) (~1.07 km from centre)
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Iron Rose
Restaurant
👍 The best things about the restaurant was the great service, ambiance or historic setting, and fantastic cocktails. The food was good but not fantastic. It fell short of our expectations. My husband's pork dish was well seasoned but dry. The chef made me a vegetarian entree after I asked. It was just...
4.90 (1.7K reviews) (~1.42 km from centre)
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Maritime museum
Visitors can explore a retired Naval aircraft carrier, destroyer & submarine docked here year-round.
4.80 (7.1K reviews) (~3.22 km from centre)
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USS Yorktown CV-10
Museum
Part of Patriots Point, this WWII-era aircraft carrier with old jets on board offers tours & more.
4.80 (6.8K reviews) (~2.94 km from centre)
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Halls Chophouse
Steak house
Sizable cuts of beef & seafood served in elegant surrounds, also known for its Sunday gospel brunch.
$$$$
4.80 (5.3K reviews) (~0.2 km from centre)
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Pineapple Fountain
Tourist attraction
Multi-layered, pineapple-shaped fountain facing the waterfront, popular for photos.
4.80 (4.8K reviews) (~1.8 km from centre)
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Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park
Park
A nautical-themed playground, 1,250-ft pier with bench swings, cafe/gift shop & scenic harbor views.
4.80 (3.7K reviews) (~3.83 km from centre)
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Charleston Music Hall
Performing arts theater
19th-century Gothic Revival building, now a venue for concerts, dance, theater & comedy shows.
4.80 (1.6K reviews) (~0.28 km from centre)
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Charleston Gaillard Center
Performing arts theater
Grand theater presenting big-name concerts, Broadway shows, dance performances & classical music.
4.80 (1.6K reviews) (~0.88 km from centre)
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Mount Pleasant Pier
Fishing pier
Modern, 1,250 ft.-long pier with bench swings, a pavilion, harbor views, fishing & a cafe/gift shop.
4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~3.38 km from centre)
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Hampton Park
Park
Featuring extensive floral displays, this park also offers a baseball diamond, playground & trail.
4.80 (1.4K reviews) (~1.96 km from centre)
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Robert Lange Studios
Art gallery
Brick-walled art gallery featuring work from visual artists in a modern-industrial interior.
5.00 (296 reviews) (~1.6 km from centre)
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Colonial Lake Park
Park
Historic tidal pond & dog-friendly park with paved pathways, benches, fishing & open green space.
4.80 (950 reviews) (~1.2 km from centre)
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Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre and Shoppe
Performing arts theater
Interactive comedy-mystery shows performed in a cozy venue with a bar serving beer, wine & dessert.
4.80 (945 reviews) (~1.33 km from centre)
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Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
Bridge
Sleek car bridge (with a bike/walking lane) whose triangular arches are illuminated at night.
4.80 (866 reviews) (~2.9 km from centre)
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Pirates of Charleston
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Visited Pirates of Charleston yesterday, what a great experience and crew. Our daughter “Jewel Thief” and Son “Ransack” had the best time. I would 100% recommend visiting these guys whenever you’re in the area. Thank you again for an amazing time!
5.00 (276 reviews) (~2.44 km from centre)
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Circa 1886 Restaurant
Fine dining restaurant
Romantic pick with a seasonal & local menu of elevated Lowcountry cuisine plus extensive wine list.
$$$$
4.80 (789 reviews) (~0.95 km from centre)
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Joe Riley Waterfront Park
Park
Well-known park with Charleston Harbor views, plus a large lawn, walkways & fountains.
4.70 (9.9K reviews) (~1.71 km from centre)
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Dock Street Theatre
Performing arts theater
Ornate playhouse with elegant woodwork & cobblestone courtyard presents dramas, comedies & musicals.
4.80 (743 reviews) (~1.51 km from centre)
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International African American Museum
Museum
👍👍 This museum hasn't opened yet. But I've become a contributing donor and I'm very excited for the contribution I was able to make. Being from the South Carolina area through my heritage I am excited that this museum will incorporate a genetic lab documenting those of us who are from the area.
4.80 (704 reviews) (~1.37 km from centre)
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