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Charleston

2 day itinerary

Charleston

Itinerary

Charleston is a beautiful city with so much to see and do. Here's an ideal itinerary for 2 days in Charleston:

Day 1:

Start your day off with a delicious breakfast at , a local favorite known for their shrimp and grits. After breakfast, head over to the historic district of Charleston and take a walking tour of the area. You can either join a guided tour or explore on your own. Some must-see sights include , the Battery, and the .

For lunch, stop by , a restaurant that focuses on using locally sourced ingredients. After lunch, visit the , where you can find unique souvenirs and handmade crafts. If you're interested in history, make sure to visit the , which tells the story of Charleston's role in the slave trade.

In the evening, head to , which is known for its shopping and dining options. Grab dinner at , a farm-to-table restaurant that serves up delicious seafood dishes. After dinner, catch a show at the or head to one of the many bars on for a nightcap.

Day 2:

Start your day off with a visit to the , which is located just outside of Charleston. This historic plantation features beautiful gardens, a petting zoo, and a nature train ride. After spending the morning at Magnolia Plantation, head back into the city for lunch at , a seafood restaurant that specializes in oysters.

After lunch, take a stroll through , which offers stunning views of the harbor. If you're feeling adventurous, book a sunset sailboat cruise to see the city from a different perspective. For dinner, head to on Sullivan's Island, which serves up delicious Italian-inspired cuisine.

In the evening, head back to the historic district and take a ghost tour of the city. Charleston is known for its haunted history, and there are plenty of spooky stories to be told. After the tour, grab a drink at , a speakeasy-style bar that serves up creative cocktails.

There you have it - an ideal itinerary for 2 days in Charleston!

Places of interest

Hominy Grill Charleston

Hominy Grill

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Historic district of Charleston Charleston

Historic district of Charleston

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Rainbow Row Charleston

Rainbow Row

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The Battery Charleston

The Battery

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Nathaniel Russell House Charleston

Nathaniel Russell House

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Husk Charleston

Husk

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Charleston City Market Charleston

Charleston City Market

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Old Slave Mart Museum Charleston

Old Slave Mart Museum

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King Street Charleston

King Street

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FIG Charleston

FIG

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Charleston Music Hall Charleston

Charleston Music Hall

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Magnolia Plantation and Gardens Charleston

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

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The Ordinary Charleston

The Ordinary

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Waterfront Park Charleston

Waterfront Park

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Sunset sailboat cruise Charleston

Sunset sailboat cruise

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The Obstinate Daughter Charleston

The Obstinate Daughter

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Ghost tour of the city Charleston

Ghost tour of the city

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The Gin Joint Charleston

The Gin Joint

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