Must See Sights and Landmarks in Kiawah Island Area

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Must See Sights and Landmarks in Kiawah Island Area

Historic Charleston City Market
Historic Charleston City Market
4.5 (15820 ratings)4 (6522 ratings)
4-block city market over 200 years old, with vendors of food, art & crafts like sweetgrass baskets.
188 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
MarketSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkFlea & Street MarketsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"The Historic Charleston City Market is the cultural hub of Downtown Charleston and has been in operation since 1807. The market hall itself is a national landmark which houses over twenty retail outlets and eateries plus many artisan studios producing traditional sweetgrass basketry and artwork. The Charleston City Market is open seven days a week and holds extra night markets on Fridays and Saturdays."
Mentioned by discoversouthcarolina.com
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"Known as the "Holy City", for its long tolerance for religions of all types, Charleston is the state's most beautiful and historic treasure...."
Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens
Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens
4.5 (3048 ratings)4.5 (3563 ratings)
1681 working plantation known for its moss-draped 3/4-mile Avenue of Oaks & original slave cabins.
1235 Long Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA
Sights & LandmarksFarmMuseumWedding venueHistoric Sites
Nathaniel Russell House
Nathaniel Russell House
4.5 (665 ratings)4.5 (1772 ratings)
Ornate, circa-1808 home known for its "free-flying" 3-story spiral staircase, with guided tours.
51 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Historical place museumSights & LandmarksHistorical placeHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Gringa Journeys
THE MOST PHOTO WORTHY SPOTS IN CHARLESTON
"There are so many gorgeous historic homes in Charleston that it’s often hard to choose which to visit. Of the four homes that I toured, the Nathaniel Russell was by far my favorite. While most houses in the city were built similarly, the NR house was styled after a London townhouse."
Aiken-Rhett House Museum
Aiken-Rhett House Museum
4.6 (494 ratings)4.5 (1441 ratings)
Tours of this historic home of an influential 1800s family include a back lot where slaves lived.
48 Elizabeth St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by charlestonsmuseummile.org
Charleston's Museum Mile
"Built in 1820 and expanded by Governor and Mrs. William Aiken, Jr. in the 1830s, this house and its outbuildings are preserved as rare intact artifacts. The extensive property allows visitors to explore the interconnections among all members of the household, both free and enslaved."
Rainbow Row
Rainbow Row
4.5 (3891 ratings)4 (1226 ratings)
Historic District cluster of 13 pastel-painted Georgian-style rowhouses dating from 1748 to 1845.
83-107 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Sights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Gringa Journeys
THE MOST PHOTO WORTHY SPOTS IN CHARLESTON
"Rainbow Row is a line of colorful historic homes located on E Bay Street. While this is currently one of the most photographed places in Charleston, these houses were left in deteriorating conditions after the Civil War. We have a couple of Charlestonian women to thank for the preservation of the now pastel-colored homes."
Mentioned by Attractions of America
Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Charleston, South Carolina
"If you've ever seen pictures of Charleston, you may have already seen parts of Rainbow Row. It's one of the most famous parts of Charleston and a popular tourist site. Here there are thirteen historic, colorful houses in a row that share party walls with each other."
St. Philip's Church
St. Philip's Church
4.7 (216 ratings)4.5 (115 ratings)
State's oldest congregation (founded 1681) in 1838 church built of stuccoed brick with porticoes.
142 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Anglican churchSights & LandmarksChurchCemeteriesSacred & Religious Sites
Mentioned by Local Adventurer » Travel Adventures in Las Vegas + World Wide
25 Free Things to Do in Charleston SC » Local Adventurer
"Charleston is also known as the “Holy City” and has several church steeples towering over the skyline. St. Philip’s steeple is one of the most recognizable and is the oldest European-American religious congregation in South Carolina. Tour the church and the cemetery grounds for free."
Grace Church Cathedral
Grace Church Cathedral
4.9 (65 ratings)5 (25 ratings)
98 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Episcopal churchSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Pam Harrington Exclusives
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"Grace Church Cathedral is the diocesan cathedral of the Episcopal Church in South Carolina. The beautiful Gothic sanctuary features stained glass windows, rich in religious symbolism. In the nave, you can see a carved stone cross from the Canterbury Cathedral that was gifted to Grace in 2016."
Mentioned by charlestoncvb.com
Historic Charleston Houses of Worship
"Built in 1846, Grace Church Cathedral has one of the four English Changing Ringing (bell ringing) towers in the city. Tours may be arranged in advance."
Circular Congregational Church
Circular Congregational Church
4.6 (249 ratings)4.5 (125 ratings)
Large landmark church notable for its Romanesque style & colonial burial grounds dating from 1695.
150 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
ChurchSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkWedding venueChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Local Adventurer » Travel Adventures in Las Vegas + World Wide
25 Free Things to Do in Charleston SC » Local Adventurer
"This graveyard is one of the oldest English burial ground in existence in Charleston. Visitors can stroll through the grounds for free and take a look at the 500+ remaining gravestones that attest to cultural past. Stop by the largest burial monument, the Hutson-Peronneau vault, which is believed to contain 18 people."
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
4.8 (557 ratings)4.5 (4551 ratings)
Sleek car bridge (with a bike/walking lane) whose triangular arches are illuminated at night.
Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
BridgeSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Photography & Travel
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"Bridge, frequently referred to as the Cooper River Bridge, dominates the view along the east coast of Charleston or the west coast of Mount Pleasant as it connects the two across the Cooper River. Construction of the bridge was completed in 2005. The massive bridge is one of the longest cable-stayed bridges in the world."
Mentioned by tripbuzz.com
118 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Charleston, SC
"Bridge is the sole land passage between the city and Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. It is 1,546 feet long and has eight lanes. At its highest point, the bridge soars 575 feet above the water."
The Governor's House Inn
The Governor's House Inn
4.7 (59 ratings)4.5 (3 ratings)
Polished, antiques-filled quarters in an 18th-century B&B with free afternoon tea & a formal lounge.
117 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Bed & breakfastSights & LandmarksInnHistoric Sites
Mentioned by VacationIdea
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"The Governor’s House Inn is a pre-revolutionary National Landmark with romantic grandeur and modern comforts. Guests can stay in a boudoir stateroom and enjoy the veranda porches and drawing rooms. Each room and suite is individualized and inviting."

Top Best American Restaurants in Kiawah Island

The Mill Street Tavern
The Mill Street Tavern
4.3 (468 ratings)
Tavern serving updated American food in a wood dominated interior or on the riverside terrace.
504 Mill St, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA
American restaurantFried chicken takeawaySeafood restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"A down home Southern restaurant with excellent creek views From the team that brought you the award-winning Crave Kitchen and Cocktails in Mount Pleasant, comes their newest venture in Shem Creek, the Mill Street Tavern. This multi-level establishment has an indoor section for when the heat and mosquitoes get to be too much, but the real star of the show is their rooftop deck overlooking Shem Creek. Luckily the rooftop deck offers their full menu of Southern favorites (be sure to order the baked mac & cheese) and drinks, so when the weather’s nice, there’s no reason not to take it to the roof."
Mentioned by East Islands Rentals
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"Mill Street Tavern is a beautiful place to enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner on the water. Located on Shem Creek, the rooftop bar here boasts beautiful marsh views, as well as a glimpse of the Ravenel Bridge in the distance. The views and the food make it one of our favorite Shem Creek restaurants!"
Coleman Public House
Coleman Public House
4.5 (868 ratings)
Chill haunt featuring rotating craft brews on tap, plus burgers, flatbreads & inventive pub grub.
427 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA
American restaurantBrunch restaurantCocktail barHamburger restaurantPubRestaurant
Marina Variety Store Restaurant
Marina Variety Store Restaurant
4.4 (1215 ratings)
Southern-style breakfast, seafood-focused lunch & dinner, in a waterside diner serving since 1963.
9 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
American restaurantBarBreakfast restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant

Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Kiawah Island

Anson Restaurant
Anson Restaurant
4.7 (464 ratings)
Stylish Southern coastal fixture with a full bar & wine list uses carefully sourced ingredients.
12 Anson St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
American restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Mentioned by CHARLESTON SC |
Charleston SC - Best Restaurants
"Watch horse-drawn carriages meander through the Market from the chic dining room, where day-boat seafood, superb steaks, and ­local produce are served with classic Charleston charm. Not to be missed: blackened redfish with a stew of chorizo, clams, Carolina gold rice, and greens. Order a side of grits ground right in Anson’s own kitchen."
O-Ku
O-Ku
4.5 (700 ratings)
Happening Japanese eatery & lounge with trendy environs sporting exposed brick & high ceilings.
463 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Japanese restaurantAsian restaurantBarAuthentic Japanese restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by visit historic charleston
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"O-Ku, located on bustling King Street, offers an upscale dining experience that celebrates authentic, Japanese cuisine with a modern twist. Using the freshest fish from the world’s finest markets, O’Ku’s menu is comprised of signature starters, soups and salads, Japanese entrées and sushi specialties of the season. They also serve specialty cocktails, premium sake, red and white wines, and unique beers."
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"This salad is the perfect combination of healthy and delicious, and it’s an O-Ku fan-favorite. The Carrot Ginger Vinaigrette is a unique dressing that puts an interesting flavor on this entree that will have you feeling satisfied and just the right level of full."
Mentioned by OpenTable
The Best Cheap Eats in Charleston
"Part of a sushi restaurant chain, O-Ku Charleston serves a wide variety of Japanese temptations, including toban yaki, nigiri, sashimi, sushi, and rolls. O-Ku doesn’t open for lunc..."
Poke Bros.
Poke Bros.
4.6 (107 ratings)
644-H1, Long Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA
Seafood restaurant

Top Rated Parks to Visit in Kiawah Island

Collins Park
Collins Park
4.4 (89 ratings)
Neighborhood park known for baseball facilities, plus tennis courts, play area & community center.
4155 Fellowship Rd, North Charleston, SC 29418, USA
Park
Mentioned by northcharleston.org
Parks – City of North Charleston, SC
"Collins Park is tucked away behind a residential community, but features a playground area, community center, tennis courts and large baseball fields for advanced play. Collins Park has hosted the Dixie Majors World Series several times."
Colonial Lake Park
Colonial Lake Park
4.7 (710 ratings)4 (16 ratings)
Historic tidal pond & dog-friendly park with paved pathways, benches, fishing & open green space.
46-54 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
ParkNature & ParksBodies of Water
Mentioned by Rhyme & Reason
Best Parks in Charleston SCLifestyle Blog
"In addition to White Point Garden, Colonial Lake Park is the other park we spend the most time in because we frequent it on our neighborhood walks. The park is, you guessed it, centered around a pretty lake. The grounds around the lake are landscaped to perfection."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Best parks in Charleston, South Carolina
"Located in the heart of Harleston Village, Colonial Lake is a large tidal pond with wide, paved walkways surrounding it. No matter how hot it is outside, you’ll see people exercising here. For those feeling less active, there are benches shaded by water oaks."
James Island County Park
James Island County Park
4.8 (2483 ratings)4.5 (210 ratings)
This serene park with tidal creeks & trails is a popular spot for biking, crabbing & camping.
871 Riverland Dr, Charleston, SC 29412, USA
ParkNature & Parks

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Kiawah Island

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