Historic Charleston & RESORT ISLANDS In the historic city of Charleston, stroll along cobblestone streets, past picturesque mansions with lacy wrought-iron balconies. Just outside downtown, award-winning golf courses overlook the Atlantic Ocean, stately plantations hold centuries-old stories, and the laid-back islands beckon with sandy beaches and waterfront eateries. IN THIS REGION Charleston, Folly Beach, Isle of Palms, Kiawah Island, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Seabrook Island, Sullivan’s Island, Summerville A Perfect Day in Charleston MORNING See 20,000 camellias in bloom every winter at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens , or see more than 100,000 azaleas in bloom every spring at Middleton Place . AFTERNOON Unearth one-of-a-kind treasures in the Lower King Street Antique District and Terrace Oaks Antiques . At The Gibbes Museum of Art , see 600 miniature portraits spanning nearly 200 years. EVENING Savor pillowy ricotta gnocchi at upscale FIG or a juicy pulled pork sandwich at casual Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ . Then, hear spooky stories on The Ghosts of Charleston walking tour. 98 Historic Charleston