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As one of the country’s most beautifully preserved architectural treasures, the historic city of Charleston features cobblestone streets, pastel mansions with lacy wrought iron balconies, homes turned museums and grand hotels. Just outside downtown, award-winning golf courses overlook the Atlantic Ocean, stately plantations hold centuries of stories, and the laid-back sea islands beckon with sandy beaches and casual dock-and-dine eateries. REGIONAL MUST-SEES Old South Carriage Co., Charleston | Folly Beach, Folly Beach | Tidal Wave Water Sports, Isle of Palms Freshfields Village, Kiawah Island | Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, Mount Pleasant | Tanger Outlets Charleston, North Charleston Seabrook Beach, Seabrook Island | Fort Moultrie National Historical Park, Sullivan’s Island | Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site, Summerville 5 ways to tour 1 Gullah Geechee Tours Discover Charleston’s vibrant Gullah Geechee community with a historianled tour. Choose from a variety of tour options and discover the rich history and culture of these descendants of enslaved people brought from West Africa’s rice-growing region. 2 Historic Summerville Downtown Walking Tour Embark on a self-guided walking tour through the streets of historic Summerville. Discover the town's well-preserved architecture, beautiful gardens and quaint shops. 3 Morris Island Lighthouse Tour with Charleston Outdoor Adventures Hop aboard a guided boat tour and journey into the ocean waves. Marvel at the picturesque lighthouse and take in stunning views of the coastline. 4 Kayak Tour with Flipper Finders Embark on a thrilling kayak tour around Folly Beach. Explore lush marshes, spot wildlife and learn about the coastal ecosystem from knowledgeable guides. 5 Brewery Tour at Holy City Brewing Take a behind-the-scenes, free brewery tour to learn about the beer-making process, and then sample a variety of craft brews.
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