Traveler of Charleston - Summer 2016

Your Guide to All Ideas for Family Fun the Local Beaches in Charleston

Must-Do Events + Festivals

july – september 2016

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Contents

DEPARTMENTS 6 16 44 46 50 63 64 69

Welcome to Charleston See + Do Shop + Savor Shopping Guide Eat + Drink Traveler TV Maps Directory of Advertisers

FEATURES 10 12 30 39 42 56 58 62

Charleston History Timeline Charleston Beach Guide Fun for All Ages Exploring Mount Pleasant Summertime Bucket List As Seen on TV: Dining 20 Restaurants to Try Charleston Area Events

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From the Publisher Welcome to Charleston! he lazy days of summer are here, and we’re ready to hit the beach. If you’re visiting Charleston, you probably have a beach day – or two – on your agenda. To help you decide which beach to visit, we’ve put together a detailed guide (Page 12) with everything you’ll need to know to spend the perfect day in the surf and sand.

Families will find more than enough to keep their kids busy. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventure, museums, nature or history, you’ll find the perfect activities here in the Lowcountry. Get started planning with our “Fun for All Ages” article on Page 30.

No trip to Charleston is complete without dining at some of our incredible restaurants.

On Page 56, find a list of restaurants and dishes that have been featured on television.

Or, eat your way through our list of 20 restaurants you have to try now (Page 58).

If you need more information, download our free mobile app overflowing with visitor information, including maps, parking locations, public restroom listings, plus details on attractions, restaurants and tours. Search “Exploring Charleston SC” in the App Store or Google Play.

And be sure to stop by our website at travelerofcharleston.com for even more visitor information, coupons, an expanded calendar of events and our blog. And connect with us on social media where we’re showcasing Charleston’s 99 days of summer through photos. Submit yours with hashtag #99daysofsummer, and we just might share your picture.

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Traveler of Charleston Team KEITH SIMMONS has an extensive publishing, marketing and advertising background and founded Traveler Magazine in 2005. His purpose was to develop an affordable and effective visitor medium where businesses could advertise their service. Traveler is now one of the leading visitor resources in the city. Keith lives in Mount Pleasant with his wife and sons.

He enjoys fishing, kayaking and spending time with his family.

HOLLY FISHER is a long-time writer and editor with a love of telling stories. She has lived in Charleston more than a decade and enjoys sharing the tales of the Holy City with visitors and newcomers to the area. Holly lives in the Mount Pleasant area with her husband, daughter and three dogs. When she isn’t at her computer writing for work and for fun, you can find her reading or doing CrossFit. SALLY HEINEMAN honed her knack for graphic design at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA where she received a BFA in Graphic Design. Drawn to the South and the love of everything Lowcountry, Sally opened the doors of her graphic design business, Heineman Design, in 1992.

Publisher/Founder.................... Keith Simmons Editor........................................... Holly Fisher Writer.......................................... Angel Postel Graphic Designer...................... Heineman Design Distribution................................ Denise Fletcher Distribution................................ Brian Bean Distribution................................ Cinnamon Kerr Cover .......................................... Brianna Stello

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The copy and advertising deadline for the next issue is September 1, 2016.

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to CHARLESTON

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HIS AMAZING PLACE ONLY GETS BETTER WITH TIME. Each year more people flock to this historic port city to soak up the history, culture and architecture and bask in Southern goodness.

In recent years, Charleston has become a destination for shopping and its incredible culinary scene is attracting global attention.

From arts and theater to fine dining and watersports, this is one city that truly offers something for everyone. But this Holy City has a storied past.

An early English settlement, Charleston has survived wars, fires, earthquakes and hurricanes to rise up as one of the country’s top travel destinations.

As you’re visiting our beloved city, get acquainted with her history, celebrate her charms and delight in all the amazing beauty Charleston has to offer.

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1672 English colonists settle Charles Town on the Ashley River

Blackbeard the Pirate sails into Charles Town Harbor with four ships; takes hostages for ransom

1740 Charles Town becomes most critical port in North America for exporting rice, indigo and cotton

1719 City is renamed “Charlestown”

1783 City renamed “Charleston”

1718 1680

Pirate Stede Bonnet is hanged at White Point Garden

Settlement is relocated to peninsula Charles Town – population 1,000

1736 Dock Street Theatre opens, first building in U.S. used exclusively for theatrical performances

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1775-1783

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Revolutionary War; Siege of Charleston in 1780

College of Charleston founded

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1920

Charleston Museum opens to the public (founded in 1773)

Preservation Society founded to protect historic resources

1828-29 Young Army recruit named Edgar Allan Poe is stationed at Fort Moultrie on Sullivan’s Island

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1864 CSS Hunley sinks USS Housatonic in Charleston harbor

1989 Hurricane Hugo hits the city and surrounding areas with 135 mph winds

In January Joseph P. Riley Jr. retires after 40 years as Charleston mayor

2006 Charleston Wine + Food Festival founded

1886 1861 1791 President George Washington visits, lodging at the Daniel Hayward House and attending a reception at the Old Exchange and a social at McCrady’s Longroom

Confederate troops fire the first shots of the Civil War upon Fort Sumter

Major earthquake hits Charleston, damaging 2,000 buildings, killing 110 people

2005 Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge over the Cooper River opens

1977 Spoleto Festival USA begins

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Your guide to Charleston’s best beaches

A Day at the Beach

By Holly Fisher One of Charleston’s greatest summertime attractions is the beautiful beaches.

Soak up the laid-back vibe of Folly Beach, the family friendly feel of Isle of Palms or the unspoiled ocean views at Sullivan’s Island. Each beach has its own character and appeal along with a selection of amenities and restaurants.

To help you spend the best day playing in the sand and surf, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide to a perfect day at the beach. This is everything you need to know from convenient places to parks, where to grab lunch or drinks and even the ideal spot for a beach selfie.

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Folly Beach This barrier island beach has a laid back atmosphere and is often frequented by locals and surfers. With plenty of restaurants, surf shops, hotels and beach rentals, Folly Beach is a great place to spend some time. Plus, Folly is a short drive from the heart of downtown Charleston with all its attractions and activities.

Note, summertime traffic can be extra heavy.

If you’re not staying on the beach, plan to arrive by 10 a.m.

Where to park: Limited parking is available at Folly Beach County Park (1100 W. Ashley Ave.), so plan to arrive early to secure a spot.

Parking fees are $8 Monday to Friday and $10 on weekends. You can easily access the beach via the park, where you'll be close to restrooms, outdoor showers, a snack bar and lifeguards.

Lunch break: Lost Dog Café, open daily at 106 W. Huron Ave. Order up a fried green tomato and bacon sandwich or have breakfast for lunch (think pancakes topped with fresh strawberries).

Dinner by the ocean: Rita’s Seaside Grill, open daily at 2 Center St. Dine on fish and shrimp tacos or a crab cake sandwich while enjoying live music in a casual atmosphere.

Best selfie spot: Walk out to the northeast end of the island to see the Morris Island Lighthouse, located about 300 yards off shore.

Rules to know: Alcohol is not allowed on Folly Beach. Dogs are not allowed on the beach from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Sept. 30.

At other times, dogs much be leashed; pick up after your pet. Surfing without a leash is prohibited. Between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. through Sept. 15, surfing is not allow from 2nd Street East to 3rd Street West (known as the swimming zone). More info and complete beach rules: cityoffollybeach.com Folly Beach fun fact: One of Folly’s famous visitors was composer and pianist George Gershwin. While staying at Folly, he composed the classic opera “Porgy and Bess.”

Souvenir shopping: Open since 1951 at 20 Center St., Mr. John’s Beach Store is the perfect place to pick up a fun Folly souvenir or a new pair of shades.

Beach beers: Blu Restaurant and Bar, 1 Center St. inside The Tides Hotel. Take in the ocean views while enjoying a cocktail or beer.

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Beach beers: Cold brews, ocean views and live music from a variety of bands make The Windjammer IOP’s best party spot.

Dinner by the ocean: Dine on fresh seafood while taking in the incredible views at Morgan Creek Grill, 80 41st Ave. Book this spot for a romantic evening out after a day of splashing in the ocean.

Best selfie spot: Head to the top deck of The Windjammer to snap a photo with the vast ocean behind you.

Rules to know: Alcohol is not allowed on the beach. Dogs are allowed off leash on the beach from 5-9 a.m. through Sept. 14 and from 4 p.m. to 10 a.m. Sept. 15 to March 31. At all other times, dogs must be on a leash – even in the water. More info and complete beach rules: iop.net

Isle of Palms Located just a few minutes from Mount Pleasant, the Isle of Palms has plenty of amenities and is a great family friendly beach option.

This stretch of public beach has a selection of shops, restaurants and bars plus public restrooms. The area of Ocean Boulevard from 10th Avenue to 14th Avenue is set aside for beachgoers and is known as “Front Beach.” If you’re not staying on Isle of Palms, plan to arrive early. The Isle of Palms Connector backs up quickly with beach traffic.

Where to park: Metered parking is available on Ocean Boulevard near Front Beach between 10th and 14th avenues. Visitors should purchase the appropriate amount of time at the closest parking kiosk and then place the receipt on the dashboard of the vehicle. The hourly rate is $1.50.

For access to picnic tables, showers, restrooms, seasonal lifeguards and a playground, you might want to park at the Isle of Palms County Park. Parking is $8 a day on weekdays and $10 a day on weekends.

Lunch break: Coconut Joe’s, 1120 Ocean Blvd., is a festive, laidback spot great for families or groups of friends. Order up tacos, sandwiches or a fried platter of coconut shrimp and a cold glass of iced tea to top off a morning on the beach. If you don’t want to leave your spot on the beach, pick up hot dogs or burgers at the neighboring Island Joe’s (also a great spot for afternoon ice cream cones) and picnic on the sand.

Souvenir shopping: Stroll Ocean Boulevard along Front Beach for a selection of gift shops where you can buy an IOP T-shirt or buckets and shovels for building an epic sand castle.

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IOP fun fact: Loggerhead sea turtles often lay their eggs at the Isle of Palms from May to mid-August. From July until October, the loggerhead hatchlings emerge from their nest at night and make their way to the ocean. Do not disturb any nests or any hatchlings and be sure to fill any holes you dig on the beach.

Sullivan’s Island The Town of Sullivan’s Island, a barrier island north of the Charleston harbor, has only about 2,000 residents. With its unspoiled views and terrific dining options, Sullivan’s is a favorite among Charleston area locals. The beach has few short-term rentals and no hotels so plan a day trip to this beach, also located just a few minutes from the Isle of Palms.

Where to park: Parking can be a problem if you arrive after 10 a.m. There are no public parking lots; street parking only. Be sure to obey posted signs and don’t park in any private yards or driveways.

Lunch break: Poe’s Tavern, 2210 Middle St., is named for Edgar Allan Poe, who, at the age of 18, enlisted in the Army and was stationed at Fort Moultrie. A favorite among locals and visitors, Poe’s menu is filled with gourmet burgers (try the Black Cat with grilled onions, chili, bacon and pimento cheese) and fish tacos (order the citrus-marinated mahi-mahi).

Souvenir shopping: Take home a true beach treasure from Sandpiper Gallery, 2201 Middle St., including works of fine art, pottery, jewelry and sculpture – many of which are made by South Carolina artists.

Beach beers: Dunleavy’s Pub, 2213 Middle St., is a family owned Irish pub with a long history on Sullivan’s Island. Unwind with a cold beer after a long, hot day on the beach.

Dinner by the ocean: The Obstinate Daughter, 2063 Middle St., is a southern restaurant with Spanish, Italian and French influences.

The menu is packed with small plates, pasta and gourmet pizzas. Try the Lowcountry shrimp roll or butterbean ravioli topped off with a glass of wine.

Best selfie spot: Built in 1962, the modernlooking Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse sits just off the shore adjacent to Fort Moultrie. Access is via Station 18 1/2.

Rules to know: Sullivan’s Island has no public restrooms or showers and there are no lifeguards on duty. Alcohol is not permitted on the beach. Dogs are allowed off leash on the beach from 5-10 a.m. and on leash from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Sept. 30. All dogs visiting the island must have a dog permit and should wear the town-issued collar while on Sullivan’s Island. Permits and collars are available at Town Hall, 2050-B Middle St.; 843-883-3198. More info and complete beach rules: sullivansisland-sc.com

Kiawah Island Another of Charleston’s beautiful beaches is Kiawah Island. Much of the island and its beaches are private, but you can access a portion of public beachfront via Kiawah Beachwalker Park on the west end of the island. It has restrooms, picnic areas with grills and boardwalks. Parking is $8 a day Monday to Friday and $10 on weekends.

Lifeguards are on duty seasonally, and, at the park, dogs must be leashed at all times.

Also on Kiawah Island is Freshfields Village, a blend of shopping and dining options in a lovely outdoor setting. This town center also hosts a number of special events during the summer, including live music, outdoor movies and a farmers market; see the full calendar of events at freshfieldsvillage.com.

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See + Do Charleston is known for her rich history, picturesque scenery and culinary excellence.

Many experienced touring companies are ready to show you a great time.

How to use this magazine: You’ll find each type of tour and attraction categorized for easy reference. Many listings include a map grid locator. Find the grid location, then reference the maps on pages 64 through 68.

WHETHER YOU’RE A HISTORY BUFF, WATER ENTHUSIAST OR SIMPLY ENJOY STROLLING THE COBBLESTONE STREETS OF CHARLESTON YOU’LL FIND PLENTY OF WAYS TO EXPLORE THE HOLY CITY. See a plantation home, tour the harbor, take a carriage ride or visit a museum.

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ART & THEATER ACTIVITIES The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre & Shoppe 164 Church St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7/8) 843-WE SMILE (937-6453) charlestonmysteries.com • Live comedy theatre in a cozy setting -- clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, drinks and desserts. Featuring Inspector NoClue's Murder Mystery (one of Charleston's longest continually running shows), Sherlock Holmes & the Charleston History Mystery, Heist, Heist Baby, and Church Street Daughters of the Late Unpleasantness Garden, Gun & Gin Club, and many more. 1/2 block off City Market.

CARRIAGE TOURS Palmetto Carriage Works 8 Guignard St. • (Map: H:7) • 843-723-8145 palmettocarriage.com • Departs from The Big Red Barn every 15 to 20 minutes, rain or shine, beginning at 9 a.m. Tours are one hour long, covering about 25 blocks of residential and historic districts. Guides are city licensed.

See our ad on the inside front cover.

The Charles Pinckney National Historic Site in Mount Pleasant highlights the work of Charles Pinckney, a principal author and a signer of the U.S. Constitution and details the lives of enslaved African Americans on Lowcountry plantations and their influences on Pinckney.

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COMBO TOURS Carriage & Harbor Combo Tour Harbor Tours • 10 Wharfside St. • (Map :J:5/6) Palmetto Carriage • 8 Guignard Street 888-224-5037 or 843-722-1112 charlestonharbortours • Harbor Tours departs from the Maritime Center three times daily with a 90-minute live narrated sightseeing cruise aboard the 1920s style Bay Steamer – Carolina Belle. Palmetto Carriage tour departs from the Big Red Barn every 20-30 minutes beginning at 9 a.m. The one-hour tour covers 25 to 30 blocks of the historic and residential districts.

Ghost Walking & Harbor Combo Tour For tickets: 10 Wharfside St. • (Map: J:5/6) online at charlestonharbortours.com or bulldogtours.com • Zerve Ticketing at 888-224-5037 or 843-722-1112 • Take one of Charleston’s best Ghost Tours and a Harbor History Tour aboard the Carolina Belle. You get to choose from the spooktacular “Ghost and Graveyard” walking tour or the Haunted Jail Tour and you get a harbor tour featuring Fort Sumter, Fort Moultrie, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and 70+ other points of interest. Tours may be taken on different days.

Plantation & Harbor Combo Tour For tickets: 10 Wharfside St. • (Map: J:5/6) charlestonharbortours.com or Zerve ticketing: 888-224-5037 or 843-722-1112 Tour a spectacular Southern plantation, the new Slave Museum and beautiful grounds paired with a 90-minute “Harbor of History” tour. Fort Sumter, Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, the Battery and downtown landmarks. Tours may be taken on different days.

Gray Line & Fort Sumter Tour Combo 843-722-BOAT(2628) • fortsumtertours.com, graylineofcharleston.com • Save $4 per person!

Enjoy a comprehensive tour of Charleston’s historic district and take the only boat tour to Fort Sumter. Licensed and experienced tour guides lead a 90-minute exploration of Charleston’s rich history on air-conditioned mini-buses. The Gray Line tour features 100+ points of interest with a stop at the Battery. Tours depart every 30 minutes from the Charleston Visitor’s Center, 375 Meeting St. Free hotel pickup in historic district.

BOAT & WATER Barrier Island Eco-Tours 50 41st Ave. • Isle of Palms Marina • (Map: N:6) 843-886-5000 • nature-tours.com • Naturalist guided boat excursions to Capers Island Preserve. Travel the salt marsh creeks, see dolphins and wildlife up close, explore the “boneyard beach” and walk inland trails.

Morning and sunset eco-tours, creek fishing, crabbing, kayaking or beach-side cookouts.

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BOAT & WATER

BOAT & WATER

Charleston Harbor Tours

SpiritLine Charleston Harbor Tour

Charleston Maritime Center. • 10 Wharfside St., Charleston • (Map: J:5/6) • 888-224-5037 or 843-722-1112 • charlestonharbortours.com Board the Carolina Belle for Charleston’s only live narrated harbor history tour. Relax and enjoy a beverage from the snack bar as the captain details the forts and landmarks that shaped Charleston’s historic harbor. Private charters and group dinner cruises available.

843-722-BOAT(2628) • spiritlinecruises.com Enjoy a 90-minute tour of Charleston’s harbor with 75+ points of interest narrated by City of Charleston licensed tour guides. Discounted Land & Sea Combo Tours available: include either a 90-minute Gray Line City Tour or a 60minute Old South Carriage Tour. Tours depart Aquarium Wharf in downtown Charleston and Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant.

Isle of Palms Marina

Tidalwave Watersports

50 41st Ave. • Isle of Palms • (Map: N:6) 843-886-0209 • iopmarina.com • A full-service marina with 50 slips, a full-service store with a deli with groceries, beer, wine, bait and tackle. Powerboat rentals and customized excursions, group outings and fishing charters can be booked here.

69 41st Ave • Isle of Palms (Map: N:6) tidalwavewatersports.com • 843-886-8456 Tidalwave offers the ultimate in parasailing, waverunner, wakeboarding, waterskiing, and boat riding that the Charleston area.

FISHING CHARTERS

Nature Adventure Tours 325 W. Coleman Blvd. • Mount Pleasant (Map: O:2 at Shem Creek, on the water) 843-568-3222 • kayakcharlestonsc.com Charleston’s outstanding naturalist-guided kayak, canoe and paddle-board tour service.

Tour salt-water marshes, swamps, rice plantations. See dolphins, pelicans and a wide variety of wildlife. Families and beginners are welcome; rentals also available.

Palmetto Breeze 100 Church St. • Mount Pleasant (behind Red's Ice House • Map O:2) • 843-886-8133 palmettobreeze.com • Charleston's largest capacity catamaran north of Ft. Lauderdale!

Featuring a spacious wooden deck, bar, cushioned covered seating, deck chairs, 2 bathrooms accommodating up to 100 guests!

See our ad for daily specialty sails!

Sandlapper Water Tours Tour depart from the Maritime Center (by S.C. Aquarium) • 10 Wharfside St. • Charleston (Map K:4) • 843-849-8687 for info; 800-979-3370 for tickets • sandlappertours.com Take the haunted ghost & pirate tour or cruise the Charleston harbor with a history tour.

Schooner Pride – Charleston’s Tall Ship

Angler Management Fishing 843-259-1489 • anglermanagementsc.com Custom, year-round saltwater inshore fishing charters for families, groups, beginners and professionals. Fish in the Intracoastal Waterway, harbor and tidal creeks. Capt. Ethan will provide licenses, bait, tackle and ice. Eco and harbor tours available. See ad in this section.

Reel Deal Charter Multiple area departure locations - some tours depart from Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant 843-388-5093 • thereeldealcharters.com Join The Reel Deal Charters for year-round inshore/offshore, deep-sea, big game and saltwater fishing. Includes licenses, bait and tackle. Operating several boats with the lowest prices for a “reel” fishing experience! Mention “Traveler” for discounts.

Redfin Charters 145 Lockwood Blvd • Charleston • (Map A:4) 843-277-5255 • redfincharters.com Come fish with a Pro Angler who’s fished Charleston’s waters for decades. Offering halfday, three-quarters of a day and full-day charters to near-shore reefs on a custom Blackjack 224 Hybrid Bay Boat. Mention "Fish On" for up to $50 off your trip!

360 Concord St. • Charleston • (Map: J:5) 888-245-9206 or 843-722-1112 schoonerpride.com • Marvel at the Holy City skyline while sailing by the forts where history was made. See dolphins playing and experience a Charleston sunset. Take an afternoon dolphin sail or a sunset sail; available for private charters. Combo tour available.

Head to Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant for the annual Scottish Games & Highland Gathering on Saturday, Sept. 17. It’s a full day of music, dancing, Border Collie demonstrations, children's games and the popular heavy athletics sporting events. charlestonscots.org 22 TRAVELER ofCharleston.com july-september 2016

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MOTORIZED LAND TOURS Adventure Sightseeing AdventureSightseeing.com • 843-762-0088 “See it all” with Adventure Sightseeing.

Live narrated by the most experienced and professional guides! Board our buses from the Charleston Visitor Center or let us pick you up.

We offer hotel pick up and drop off for a nominal fee. Fantastic combo tours available with house tours, harbor tours and more.

Gray Line of Charleston graylineofcharleston.com • 843-722-4444 Explore 300 years of history with experienced, licensed tour guides onboard our mini-buses.

Gray Line offers a comprehensive tour of Charleston’s Historic District with 100+ points of interest and a stop at Charleston’s Battery.

Take our 90 minute tour or add a visit to a fully restored antebellum home. Land & Sea Combo includes either a visit to Fort Sumter or a 90-minute tour of the harbor. Tours depart every 30 minutes from the Charleston Visitor’s Center, 375 Meeting St. Free hotel pickup in historic district.

Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket to North Charleston Wannamaker County Park for movie night under the stars. Admission is free with regular park admission of $2 per person. Catch “Minions” on July 9 and “Zootopia” on Aug. 13.

Middleton Place is a National Historic Landmark and home to America’s oldest landscaped gardens. After walking the pathways through the gardens, visit the 18th and 19th century Plantation Stableyards where costumed interpreters demonstrate the skills once performed by enslaved Africans. A potter demonstrates how plantation pottery was thrown on a kick wheel to shape vessels into various sizes, then fired and glazed. Local clay was used for bowls, jars, jugs and bricks.

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MUSEUMS AND PARKS

MUSEUMS AND PARKS

Audubon Center at Beidler Forest

City of North Charleston

336 Sanctuary Rd. • 336 Sanctuary Rd. 843-462-2150 • beidlerforest.com • Francis Beidler Forest contains the largest stand of virgin bald cypress and tupelo gum swamp forest left in the world. See 1,000-year-old trees and native wildlife; walk the 1.75-mile boardwalk into the swamp. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m-5 p.m. Harleyville, S.C.

843-554-5700 • northcharleston.org North Charleston is a lively center of hospitality.

There’s plenty to see and do from waterfront parks, art galleries and gardens to historical sites, museums and shopping centers. Book a tee time for golf, dine at a local restaurant or buy tickets for a show.

Caw Caw Interpretive Center 5200 Savannah Hwy • Ravenel, SC 29470 843-889-8898 • charlestoncountyparks.com/ cawcaw • Explore colonial era rice plantations and a principle site of the 1739 Stono Rebellion, seven miles of walking trails and boardwalks, guided bird walks, wildlife preserve, butterfly garden and more.

Charleston Zipline Adventures 1152 Guerins Bridge Rd. • Awendaw (Map K:6) 843-928-3947 • charlestonziplineadventures.com The only zip line canopy tour in the Charleston area! Canopy Tour: Fly through the trees on this guided tour. Kids Zip Line Tour: For beginners or ages 5-13. Climbing Wall: 60’ climbing wall with three difficulty levels. Reservations recommended.

Fort Sumter Tours 843-722-BOAT(2628) • fortsumtertours.com Walk in the footsteps of Civil War soldiers as you visit this National Historic Site. Cost includes tour of Charleston harbor onboard the boat plus an hour to explore the fort. The National Park Service maintains the Civil War era fortifications as well as restrooms, a gift shop and the Fort Sumter Museum. Fort Sumter Tours is an authorized concessionaire of the National Park Service and the only tour that stops at historic Fort Sumter. Tours depart Liberty Square in downtown Charleston (handicapped accessible) and Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant

Check out the new Traveler TV with videos highlighting all the fun things to do in Charleston: travelerofcharleston.com/videos.

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MUSEUMS AND PARKS North Charleston/American LaFrance Fire Museum 4975 Centre Point Dr • North Charleston (Map: KK:5) • 843-740-5550 northcharlestonfiremuseum.org The Fire Museum, located adjacent to Tanger Outlet Center, is home to the largest collection of fully restored American LaFrance fire trucks and antique fire equipment in the country. It is a wonderful museum for the firefighter in all of us. Great demonstration for kids and people of all ages.

South Carolina Aquarium 100 Aquarium Wharf • Charleston 843-720-1990 • scaquarium.org The South Carolina Aquarium is home to more than 5,000 animals found across the state.

Explore 385,000-gallon Great Ocean Tank or enjoy a movie in the interactive 4-D movie theater. Journey from the mountains to the sea and find family fun around every corner.

“Walking the streets of Charleston in the late afternoons of August was like walking through gauze or inhaling damaged silk."

– the late Pat Conroy in his book "The Lords of Discipline"

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MUSEUMS AND PARKS Town of Summerville Visitor Center: 402 Main St., Summerville (see maps) • With over 700 homes and buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, the city is known for its historic character.

A charming downtown is a must visit along with the “Sweet Tea Trail.”

Wild Blue Ropes 1595 Highland Ave • James Island (area map) 843-5024066 • wildblueropes.com If you’re looking for a something-to-writehome-about-holy-cow-I-can’t-believe-I-just-didthat adventure, you’ve come to the right place.

An aerial ropes course with 70+ challenge features reaching 35 feet above the ground.

Designed at 3 levels of difficulty that’s fun for the whole family. Imagine a jungle gym suspended 35 feet in the air.

Frankie’s Fun Park in North Charleston (frankiesfunpark.com) has bumper boats, a batting cage, rock wall, mini golf and an oval slick track. Charleston Fun Park in Mount Pleasant (charlestonfunpark.com) has go-karts, two mini golf courses, an arcade, jump castles, gemstone mining and a climbing wall.

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photo: Barrier Island Eco Tours

Fun for All Ages Charleston is made for family fun

By Holly Fisher Charleston is often touted for its culinary creations, historical significance and breathtaking beauty. But, make no mistake, Charleston is also a wonderful destination for families. So if you’re visiting with tiny tots, energy filled tweens or texting teens, you’ll be able to find the perfect tour, adventure or naturefilled outing to make long-lasting family memories.

ACTIVE FAMILIES If you love high-flying adventure and watersports, Charleston has several attractions to fit the bill.

Wild Blue Ropes: Go 35 feet in the air as you navigate the more than 70 challenging features and obstacles of this ropes course on James Island.

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Charleston Zip Line Adventures: Just opened this summer in Awendaw (north of Mount Pleasant), this zip line course sends you flying from a 65-foot tower through the trees on seven zip line cables between tree platforms, towers and swinging bridges with a grand finale zip of 750 feet (ages 10 and up). There’s a smaller kids zip line for ages 5 to 13 plus a 60-foot climbing wall with three different levels of difficulty and an automatic belay system. charlestonziplineadventures.com

Watersports: Hit the water with a kayak tour on Shem Creek, a parasailing adventure over the waves of the Atlantic Ocean or go kiteboarding and ride the waves. On the Isle of Palms, check out Tidal Wave Water Sports where you can parasail, rent a jetski, wakeboard and more. See the list of water tours beginning on Page 20.

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Go splashing: Charleston County Parks has three water parks suitable for all ages: Whirlin' Waters in North Charleston, Splash Zone on James Island and Splash Island in Mount Pleasant. charlestoncountyparks.com Jump and play: In case you need a break from the heat, check out Sky Zone indoor trampoline center in Mount Pleasant. Special events and toddler activities are available (skyzone.com/Charleston). Velocity Air Sports in North Charleston has 60 trampolines, foam pits and a Ninja Warrior obstacle course and a dodgeball stadium. Also available is a kiddie jump area for those under 6 years. velocityairsports.com/Charleston

LOCAL LEARNING If your family enjoys history or learning about local habitats and animals, explore one of the many museums or animal centers.

Fort Sumter: Visit the Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center (340 Concord St.) and then take a boat to the fort itself to learn about how decades of growing strife between the North and South erupted in civil war on April 12, 1861, when Confederate artillery opened fire on the fort. nps.gov/fosu

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South Carolina Aquarium: Journey from South Carolina’s mountains to the sea, exploring native animals and plants in a variety of exhibits featuring birds, sea turtles and reptiles. Visit the Shark Shallows exhibit to touch bonnethead sharks, cownose stingrays and southern stingrays in a 20,000-gallon touch tank. scaquarium.org july-september 2016 TRAVELER ofCharleston.com 31

CHARLESTON EXPLORERS If you love high-flying adventure and watersports, Charleston has several attractions to fit the bill.

Eco-tours: With the promise of searching for shells and sharks’ teeth, kids will be eager to explore local waterways and barrier islands. Learn about the Lowcountry’s salt marshes and barrier islands and the natural plants and wildlife in those areas. See the list of tours beginning on Page 20.

North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum and Educational Center: Kids of all ages love fire trucks and this museum is home to the largest collection of professionally restored American LaFrance fire apparatus in the country. Plus there are interactive exhibits featuring real smoke, hands-on displays, children’s play area complete with fireman’s pole and a fire truck simulator. northcharlestonfiremuseum.org Charleston Museum: Kids Tours, hands-on workshops and events specifically for toddlers are some of the family friendly events offered at this museum featuring an extensive collection of items related to South Carolina history as well as natural history exhibits. charlestonmuseum.org The Center for Birds of Prey: Visit to see birds of prey flight demonstrations featuring hawks, falcons, owls, eagles, kites and vultures as well as educational programs and tours at this natural setting just north of Mount Pleasant in Awendaw. thecenterforbirdsofprey.org

Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site: Kids (and adults) will love the Animal Forest, a natural habitat zoo with bison, puma, black bear and a variety of birds. Explore the park via 7 miles of nature trails for walking and biking. Don’t miss The Adventure, a replica trading vessel docked at the park, to learn about life on the water. charlestownelanding.travel Charleston Ghost & Graveyard Walking Tour: Older children and teenagers will love being spooked by Charleston’s haunted history on this tour with Bulldog Tours. Visit one of the city’s oldest graveyards after dark, learning about the famous folks buried there. bulldogtours.com Tour the Charleston harbor: Enjoy views of Charleston’s skyline from the harbor while learning about key landmarks and city’s rich history as a busy port for trading even to this day. See the list of harbor tours on Page 22.

Fishing charters: Take home a tale of the one that got away on a fishing charter. Try saltwater fishing or cast a line in the Intracoastal Waterway.

Many options are great for families and beginners. See the list of fishing charters on Page 22.

Did a summer thunderstorm spoil your outdoor plans? Check out the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, a great attraction for kids 3 to 12 years old. Young visitors will be thoroughly entertained by the variety of exhibits, including a water station with boats and bridges, an arts and crafts center, a medieval castle, a pirate ship for climbing and grocery store with pint-sized shopping carts. explorecml.org For more ideas on what to do on a rainy day in Charleston, visit our blog at http://bit.ly/1sv4Bgf. And be sure to download our free mobile app for listings of local landmarks, tours, attractions, events and GPS directions (search “Exploring Charleston SC” in the App Store or Google Play).

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PLANTATIONS Boone Hall Plantation 1235 Long Point Road • Mount Pleasant (Map: L:4) • 843-884-4371 boonehallplantation.com • One of America’s oldest plantations with more than 320 years of history. Located 8 miles north of Charleston.

The “Avenue of Oaks,” nine original slave cabins, house tours and shows included in admission.

Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-6:30p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.

Drayton Hall 3380 Ashley River Road (Highway 61) Charleston • (area map) • 843-769-2600 draytonhall.org • Drayton Hall (circa 1738) is the oldest unrestored plantation house in America open to the public. Admission includes tours river and marsh walks, the African-American cemetery and artisaninspired Museum Shop.

Middleton Place National Historic Landmark • 4300 Ashley River Road (Highway 61) • Charleston • (area map) 843-556-6020 • middletonplace.org • An 18th-century rice plantation and National Historic Landmark comprising 65 acres of America’s oldest landscaped gardens. See the house museum, craftspeople in the stable yards or take an African-American focus tour.

Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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PLANTATIONS McLeod Plantation Historic Site 325 Country Club Dr. • Charleston • (Area Map) 843-795-4386 • Hours: Tues - Sun 9 am - 4 pmcharlestoncountryparks.com • Established in 1851, McLeod Plantation has borne witness to some of the most significant periods of Charleston’s - and our nations - history. Today it is an important 37-acre Gullah/Geechee heritage site that has been carefully preserved in recognition of its cultural and historical significance.

TRANSPORTATION Charleston Water Taxi Downtown: Maritime Center • 10 Wharfside St. (Map: K:5/6) • Mount Pleasant: Charleston Harbor Marina at Patriots Point • (Map: O:2) Waterfront Park Pier • (Map J:8) • 843-330-2989 charlestonwatertaxi.com • The water taxi runs on a continuous loop around Charleston Harbor between Patriots Point (USS Yorktown) and downtown Charleston with pick-up/ drop-off points at the Maritime Center and Waterfront Park.

Since 1999, 25 bronze sculptures have been installed throughout public spaces in the Town of Summerville thanks to local organization Sculpture in the South. Several pieces are located in Azalea Park at the corner of West 5th Street South and Main Street. Visit sculptureinthesouth.com to download a self-guided tour brochure.

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WALKING TOURS Bulldog Tours 18 Anson St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7) 843-722-TOUR • bulldogtours.com As seen on the Travel Channel’s “America’s Most Haunted Places,” this walking tour company will have you exhilarated and entertained. Choose from four tours: Ghost & Graveyard, The Dark Side of Charleston, Ghost Dungeon and Haunted Jail Tour.

Charleston Strolls Walk With History Mills House Hotel (corner of Meeting & Queen) 18 Anson St. • Charleston (Map H:7) 843-722-8687 • charlestonstrolls.com charlestonstrolls.com • Featured in The New York Times, this two-hour tour is the best way to see Charleston’s Historic District. Famous landmarks, historic highlights, antebellum mansions, quaint alleys and hidden gardens.

Everyday at 10 a.m. Requires reservation.

Culinary Tours Of Charleston 18 Anson St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7) 843-727-1100 • culinarytoursofcharleston.com Walk, talk and taste your way through Charleston while experiencing history through Lowcountry cuisine. Daily tasting tours introduce guests to tasty bites at many great restaurants. Go behind the scenes and visit with chefs, bakers, artisan food producers, chocolatiers and specialty shops.

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WALKING TOURS Yorktown Ghost Tours 40 Patriots Point Road • Mount Pleasant (Map: O:2) • 843-277-0577 yorktownghosttours.com • Guided tour explores the unexplained mysteries of this WWII aircraft carrier. Hear stories of sacrifice and devastation as this tour ventures into areas normally restricted to the public.

Free fun: Mace Brown Museum of Natural History at the College of Charleston. This museum is home to 3,000 fossil specimens, including dinosaurs, cave bears, Pleistocene mammals of the Carolinas, fossil plants and more. Geology students can give guided tours. geology.cofc.edu

Looking for things to do in Charleston?

It’s easy with our free mobile app! Search “Charleston” in the app stores or go to travelerofcharleston.com on your smartphone.

For an early morning stroll or an afternoon sightseeing trip, don’t miss the Battery, a seawall along the southern Charleston peninsula. Catch a glimpse of Fort Sumter and sunset views over the water. Or tour the Edmondston-Alston House at 21 East Battery, an 1820s mansion filled with historic heirlooms.

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What to eat, do and see in Mount Pleasant

By Holly Fisher While visiting Charleston, you’�ll want to make the drive over the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge into the Town of Mount Pleasant, one of the country�’s fastest-growing cities.

Originally a small village laid out by James Hibben in 1803, Mount Pleasant remained for many years a small town. But by the mid- to late 20th century, it was quickly growing.

Today, it�’s a bustling and vibrant area with plenty for visitors to see and do.

Spend a day in Mount Pleasant: 7 a.m. – Start your day with breakfast at Page’s Okra Grill – a favorite among the locals – on Coleman Boulevard. Omelets, shrimp ‘n grits and buttermilk pancakes are menu staples you won’t want to miss. pagesokragrill.com 8:30 a.m. – Visit Boone Hall Plantation on Long Point Road. One of the oldest working, living plantations in America, visitors can tour the plantation house and a variety of exhibits detailing Gullah culture and the history of slaves at the plantation. boonehallplantation.com 11:30 a.m. – Take a lunch break and relax on Shem Creek. Several restaurants serve up local seafood, sandwiches and iced tea with views of shrimp boats and dolphins in the creek.

3:30 p.m. – Break for coffee at Collective Coffee on South Shelmore Boulevard.

Have a pour-over coffee, latte or iced coffee to recharge before you head out to explore more of the town. collective-coffee.com 4:30 p.m. – Go shopping at Towne Centre with its local boutiques and regional shops where you can pick up some South Carolina souvenirs at Palmetto Moon or select a new outfit for an evening out from Copper Penny or Teal. mtpleasanttownecentre.com 7 p.m. – Enjoy dinner at Fish House Restaurant on the Charleston Harbor.

Start with a cocktail on the Bridge Bar with spectacular sunset views before dining on one of the many seafood dishes. charlestonharborfishhouse.com

If you’re feeling adventurous after lunch, rent a kayak or go paddleboarding with Nature Adventure Outfitters or Coastal Expeditions. Or explore Shem Creek Park, a 2,200-foot boardwalk that stretches from Coleman Boulevard to the mouth of the creek at the Charleston harbor.

1:30 p.m. – Get the best views of Charleston’s skyline from the flight deck of the USS Yorktown during a tour at Patriots Point at the base of the Ravenel Bridge. With general admission, you can explore the USS Yorktown, USS Laffey, USS Clamagore, Vietnam Experience, and Medal of Honor Museum with self-guided tours. patriotspoint.org

View of Shem Creek

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photo: Boone Hall Plantation

Boone Hall Plantation’s famous Avenue of Oaks

photo: Leslie Ryann McKellar

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While touring the streets of downtown, don’t miss one of Charleston’s iconic public spaces: Colonial Lake. Surrounded by historic homes, this city park is a favorite among locals and visitors. This spring the park reopened after a $5.9 million renovation by the City of Charleston and the nonprofit Charleston Parks Conservancy. Colonial Lake is bordered by Rutledge Avenue, Ashley Avenue and Broad and Beaufain streets.

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Your Charleston Summertime Bucket List

By Holly Fisher

The Charleston area has so many attractions, activities, outdoor amenities and events it can be tough to narrow down your choices. Let’s prioritize. We’ve created a lineup of sizzlin’ summer activities for your own Charleston bucket list.

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See the new Gibbes

Sweet tea tastin’

Get on the water

The Sweet Tea Trail stretches along five districts of Summerville, giving visitors uniquely Southern dining, shopping, historical and cultural experiences along the way. Known as the “birthplace of sweet tea,” visit Summerville on Sept. 15 for the Sweet Tea Festival. summervilledream.org

In the heat of the summer, cool off with a tour around the Charleston harbor, learning about the city’s history and landmarks. Or take an eco-tour, rent a kayak or get a bird’s eye view of Charleston while parasailing.

(See the list of Boat & Water Tours on Page 20.)

Drinks and a view

Be adventurous

Local goodness

Kick back with a cocktail and take in the Charleston skyline from one of the city’s rooftop bars, including the Rooftop Cocktail Bar at the Vendue Inn, Pavilion Bar or Stars Rooftop & Grill Room – all located in the heart of downtown Charleston. Visit travelerofcharleston.com/ blog for more places to enjoy outdoor dining.

Let loose and go wild with some of Charleston’s most adventurous activities. Master the ropes course at Wild Blue Ropes, test your balance paddleboarding on Shem Creek or fly through the trees at the new Charleston Zip Line Adventures located just north of Mount Pleasant.

Marion Square is abuzz with activity on Saturdays as shoppers head to the Charleston Farmers Market for local produce and veggies, food vendors and a wide selection of arts and crafts perfect for souvenirs and gifts. Or stop off at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market on Tuesday afternoons for a selection of local flowers, produce and baked goods (located a Moultrie Middle School on Coleman Boulevard).

Visit the newly renovated Gibbes Museum of Art, which reopened in May after a two-year renovation.

Visitors are invited into the activity filled first floor that’s free and open to the public; purchase tickets to tour the second- and third-floor galleries. gibbesmuseum.org

Sit in the shade Admire the Angel Oak, a majestic oak tree thought to be one of the oldest living things east of the Mississippi River. For centuries, the Angel Oak has grown up to 65 feet and has a shady canopy of branches spanning 17,000 square feet.

Sandcastle construction You can’t go wrong with a trip to the beach. Whether you’re reading a juicy paperback in your beach chair, splashing in the waves with the kiddos or channeling your inner architect to build a serious sandcastle, nothing beats a day at the beach. (Check out our beach guide on Page 12.)

Let us know which ones you do and what you would add to the list by sharing on social media with #chsbucketlist.

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Shop + Savor Charleston was founded in the late 1600s as a port city, and it has remained a thriving place to buy goods ever since. Buy local and enjoy the rewards.

Shop King Street On the second Sunday of each month, the street is closed so visitors and locals can enjoy shopping, dining and entertainment.

WHETHER YOU’RE SHOPPING FOR SOUVENIRS, A DRESS FOR DINNER OR A BOX OF BENNE WAFERS, YOU’LL FIND JUST WHAT YOU WANT IN THE CITY’S MANY RETAIL OUTLETS. The Charleston peninsula has boutiques, national retailers and a market full of Southern charm.

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Dacuba’s Fine Jewelry

Low Country Harley-Davidson

84 N. Market St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7/8) 843-853-0103 • dacubasjewelry.citymax.com Nestled in the heart of Charleston, Dacuba’s is a unique fine jewelry store with a wonderful selection of sterling silver and 14kt gold jewelry.

Its classic Charleston “Southern Gate” collection is fashioned after the wrought-iron work seen throughout this historical city.

4707 Dorchester Rd. • North Charleston (Map LL:5) • 843-554-1847 • Harley Shop 1580 Old Trolley Rd. • Summerville (Map DD:2) lowcountryharley.com • Operating in Charleston since 1979, Low Country Harley-Davidson is where you'll find new and pre-owned Harley's, apparel, collectibles, novelties and tees. Mention their ad to receive a free gift!

Doll Clothes Factory

Terrace Oaks Antique Mall

129 Market St. • Charleston (Map G:7) 843-722-5299 • dollclothesfactory.com The largest & finest collection of complete doll outfits, shoes, glasses and all accessories.

Customized doll with matching eye color, hair style, or ethnic preference for a very lucky recipient. Mention “Traveler of Charleston” to receive discounts and free ear piercing for dolls!

2037 Maybank Highway • James Island (area map) • 843-795-9689 • Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • terraceoaksantiques.com A leader in the Charleston area for multidealer antique shops since 1988. The 10,000-squarefoot, climate-controlled shop houses 90+ booths with all different tastes and styles.

When it comes to antiques, they have just about anything your heart desires.

Nice Ice Fine Jewelry 145 Market St. • Charleston • (Map: G:7) 843-577-7029 • Since 1974 they have been providing Charleston and visitors with the most exquisite and unique jewelry. Designers such as Rudolf Friedman, Judith Ripka, Slane & Slane, Jude Frances, Charriol and Nanis.

Town of Mount Pleasant comeonovermp.com • Mount Pleasant is not your average place to visit. Filled with an array of restaurants, taverns, activities and accommodations, the vacation you’re anticipating will be more than just a trip from home; it will be an experience of indescribable magic and warmth.

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Shop your way around Charleston DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON ■ King Street is a shopper’s paradise lined with national retailers, locally owned boutiques with clothing, housewares and handmade items. If you’re in the market for rare finds, make your way down Lower King Street (south of Market Street), the city’s antique district.

■ On the second Sunday of each month, several blocks of King Street are closed off to vehicles, and people (and pets) flood the streets for open-air dining, music, shopping and entertainment.

■ The City Market stretches from Meeting Street to East Bay Street and is home to more than 100 vendors selling everything from art and jewelry to T-shirts and sweetgrass baskets.

■ The Charleston Farmers Market is a terrific place to pick up handcrafted items, artwork and more. Stop by Marion Square on Saturdays for coffee and shopping.

SUMMERVILLE Take the main Summerville exit off Interstate 26 and follow the signs to the charming historic district and town square. There you’ll find loads of local boutiques and shops, including 12 antique stores, a children’s book store, coffee shops and restaurants, a community theater and one of the top quilt shops in the country. From 5-8 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month, businesses stay open later and the town square is filled with entertainment.

MOUNT PLEASANT ■ Mount Pleasant Towne Centre on Highway 17 North is home to national retailers, local boutiques and restaurants. Shop at Belk and Belk Men’s Store, Copper Penny Shooz, Palmetto Moon, Hairy Winston Pet Boutique, Athleta and more. mtpleasanttownecentre.com ■ Belle Hall Shopping Center is located on Long Point Road ( just off Interstate 526). Stop by Wonder Works for a large selection of children’s toys and gifts or visit Princess of Tides for costumes and tutus. Carolina Girls carries gift items, jewelry and stationery.

The Coastal Cupboard has a selection of specialty food items and cookware. shopbellehall.com NORTH CHARLESTON Tanger Outlets has dozens of nationally known retailers offering apparel for adults and children, shoes, accessories, housewares and jewelry. The area also has several restaurants and is easily accessible from both Interstates 526 and 26. tangeroutlet.com/charleston

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Sweetgrass baskets are found throughout the City Market in downtown Charleston and along U.S. Highway 17 North in Mount Pleasant.

The baskets – brought to the area by West African slaves more than 300 years ago – are a piece of treasured art and Lowcountry culture. Price: Varies widely but prices usually start at about $30 for a very small basket and increase to $500 and beyond for much larger pieces.

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Charleston Souvenir Guide At some point your perfect Charleston vacation has to come to an end. But that doesn’t mean you can’t take home a souvenir to serve as a reminder of your trip – and as inspiration for your next visit. Pick up one of these unique items as a memento for yourself or as a gift for a friend back home.

Longtime photographer and Charleston native Jack Alterman offers a fresh perspective of a historic city in more than 150 elegant photographs of iconic landmarks and hidden gems. “My City Charleston” is a photographic work of art that will have you longing to visit Charleston again and again. Price: $60 | Available online and at the Preservation Society of Charleston Shop, Historic Charleston Foundation Shops, Blue Bicycle Books and at Jack Alterman Studio (36 George St.). mycitycharleston.com

Every time you have a drink, you can relive one of your favorite Charleston landmarks, restaurants and attractions. Carolina Coaster Co. coasters are hand-made from original photographs of local points of interest around Charleston and the Lowcountry.

Select a set of your favorite Charleston spots. Price: $12 | Available at select retailers around Charleston and at carolinacoaster.com.

Who said tea was just for drinking? Charleston Tea Plantation has a variety of body products infused with tea grown right on the tea plantation. Products include American Classic Hand and Shower Cleansing Gel, Glycerine Hand Therapy and Body Silk – the perfect way to infuse your daily beauty routine with a little sweet tea. Price: $10.75-$12.50 | Available at the Charleston Tea Plantation Gift Shop or at charlestonteaplantation.com.

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Eat + Drink Charleston’s diverse culinary scene is amazing.

Innovative chefs and their dishes will dazzle the taste buds and warm the heart.

Charleston has great taste!

Dining for Day Eat your way around town before the Southern Living Taste of Charleston wraps up on Sept. 25 with samples from 50 area restaurants.

TRUST US, YOU WON’T LEAVE CHARLESTON HUNGRY. In fact you might spend half your vacation simply deciding which delectable restaurant to try next. Our city has world-class chefs cooking up plates filled with Southern goodness. Our desserts are claiming national recognition.

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FINE DINING Cru Cafe´ 18 Pinckney St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7) 843-534-2434 • crucafe.com • In an 18th-century home on Pinckney Street, Charlestonians sip mint julep tea on the porch and dine on upscale comfort food at John Zucker’s Cru Cafe. “Do it right and use the best possible ingredients” is his mantra. Lunch and dinner.

SpiritLine Dinner Cruise Departs from 40 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant • (Map: O:2) • 843-722-2628 spiritlinecruises.com • The SpiritLine Dinner Cruise aboard the Spirit of Carolina features fine cuisine prepared to order onboard, entertainment, dancing, fully stocked bar and a magnificent cruise on Charleston Harbor.

Call for reservations.

Middleton Place Restaurant 4300 Ashley River Road • Charleston (area map) • 843-556-6020 • middletonplace.org Savor Lowcountry cuisine while taking in views of America’s oldest landscaped gardens.

For lunch, visitors enjoy a three-course, prix fixe menu. Lunch served daily. Dinner guests pay no admission after 5:30 p.m. and can stroll through the gardens prior to dinner.

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photo: Charleston RiverDogs

Charleston Crab House

You haven’t had a hot dog until you’ve tried some of the unique creations served up at a Charleston RiverDogs baseball game. Try the Picnic Dog, a 6-inch dog topped with baked beans and Jalapeno bacon. Or order the Southern Kimchi Dog for a Korean twist. The ballpark’s extensive menu also includes pizzas, beer milkshakes, and brisket and pulled pork sandwiches – all of which is topped off with deep-fried pecan pie cheesecake on a stick. riverdogs.com

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Downtown: 41 S. Market St. (Map I:7) • 843-795-1963. James Island: 145 Wappoo Creek Dr. • (Area Map) • 843-853-2900 charlestoncrabhouse.com • Serving Fresh Lowcountry seafood everyday! Indoor/patio, casual and family friendly. Visit James Island for waterfront dining or Market Street for rooftop dining. Reservations recommended.

East Bay Deli 334 East Bay St. • Charleston • (Map: I:5) 843-216-5473 • 1120 Oakland Market Road Mount Pleasant • (Map: L:5) • 843-216-5473 9135 University Blvd. • North Charleston 843-553-7374 • 4405 Dorchester Road North Charleston • (Map: W:4) • 843-747-1235 New York-style deli using only quality products such as Thumann’s deli meats and Hebrew National deli dogs. The varied menu comes with many options: soups, chili, both hearty and heart-healthy sandwiches, wraps, giant spuds and desserts.

Benne Wafers are a uniquely Lowcountry snack. Dating back to Colonial times, the wafers came to America from East Africa during the slave trade era. “Benne” is the Bantu word for “sesame.”

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photo: Julia Heckman •The Duck Club : Tattoed Moose

As Seen on TV: Charleston Dining

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harleston’s dining scene is hot. Just about every food writer, publication and food-focused TV show has made a stop in one of the Holy City’s restaurants, sampling everything from hot dogs to chicken and waffles. Charleston has been featured on several shows, including the Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” and “Best Thing I Ever Ate” plus “Unique Eats” on the Cooking Channel, to name a few.

Here’s a sampling of restaurants and dishes that have appeared on TV. For more about Charleston restaurants on television, visit travelerofcharleston.com/charlestonrestaurants-on-tv.

DINERS DRIVE-INS and DIVES ● Tattooed Moose: Duck club with truffle fries – 1137 Morrison Drive, downtown Charleston, tattooedmoose.com – Best known for lunch, hipster bar with great beer and food selection. ● Fuel Cantina: Braised pork tacos and jerk chicken sandwich – 211 Rutledge Ave., downtown Charleston, fuelcharleston.com – Gas station converted to restaurant, great outdoor patio that’s pet friendly. ● Early Bird Diner: Chicken & waffles – 1644 Savannah Highway, West Ashley, earlybirddiner.com – Serving the best meal of the day all day: breakfast. ● Perfectly Frank’s: Hot dogs prepared in dozens of ways – 118 N. Main St., Summerville, perfectlyfranksonline.com – This family restaurant has a long history of cooking up franks. ● The Glass Onion: Smoked pork loin po’ boy or fried chicken – 1219 Savannah Highway, West Ashley, ilovetheglassonion.com – Fresh local ingredients, Southern dishses, affordable menu.

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● Dixie Supply Bakery & Cafe: Chicken fried chicken, bourbon bacon pecan pie – 62 State St., downtown Charleston, dixiecafecharleston.com – Made from scratch, Southern cooking.

BEST THING I EVER ATE ● Hominy Grill – 207 Rutledge Ave., downtown Charleston, hominygrill.com – Featured: Chocolate pudding (Alton Brown) – A breakfast, brunch and lunch hotspot. ● Magnolia’s – 185 E. Bay St., downtown Charleston, magnoliascharleston.com – Featured: Pimento cheese with flatbread (Tyler Florence) – Fine Southern dining, award-winning cuisine. ● FIG Restaurant – 232 Meeting St., downtown Charleston, eatatfig.com – Featured: Hanger steak with agrodolce sauce (Alex Guarnaschelli) – James Beard Awards for Best Chef: Southeast (Chef Mike Lata and Chef Jason Stanhope) ● Savannah’s Candy Kitchen of Charleston – 32 N. Market St., downtown Charleston, savannahcandy.com – Featured: Caramel apple in this old-fashioned candy store ● Husk Restaurant – 76 Queen St., downtown Charleston, huskrestaurant.com – Featured: Smoky bacon cornbread (Johnny Iuzzi) – Created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Sean Brock, who also launched McCrady’s ● Jack’s Cosmic Dogs – 2805 U.S. Highway 17 North, Mount Pleasant, jackscosmicdogs.com – Featured: Cosmic Dog – Jack’s original blue cheese slaw & famous sweet potato mustard (Alton Brown)

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CASUAL DINING Oyster House on Market 35 S. Market St. • Charleston (Map H:7) 843-723-1151 • oysterhouse.menu • Come get fresh with us! Oyster House on Market is the newest restaurant in downtown Charleston! We are a causal fine dining establishment with a focus on oysters and seafood. Open for lunch and dinner daily.

The Shelter Kitchen + Bar 202 Coleman Blvd. • Mount Pleasant (Map O:2) 843-388-3625 • theshelterkitchenandbar.com One of Mount Pleasant's favorite restaurants and bars located by the hotspot known as Shem Creek. Locally sourced menu serving amazing brunch, lunch, dinner and a great place for a cocktail any time of day on their dog friendly patio.

DRINK + NIGHTLIFE Deep Water Vineyard 6775 Bears Bluff Rd. • Wadmalaw Island • (Area Map) • 843-559-6867 • deepwatervineyard.com Open: Tue - Sat 10 am - 5 pm After indulging in a tasting at Charleston's only winery, stay and relax with us - we have many animals, a garden, outdoor games, and 50 acres to explore. It’s a full day of fun for the whole family.

Republic Garden Lounge

photo: City of North Charleston

462 King St. • Charleston • (Map G:4) 843-724-7400 • republicreign.com Premium, innovative lounge and nightlife setting for every day enjoyment or any special occasion located in the heart of Charleston’s upper King Street district. A modern venue setting the Gold Standard in hospitality through great food, great drinks, luxurious surroundings and exceptional personalized service.

In 2015, the City of North Charleston was named one of the 20 Coolest Town in the U.S. by online travel magazine MatadorNetwork.com. This was largely due to the popular Park Circle area filled with great local restaurants and bars.

Check out EVO's artisan pizzas, Vietnamese cuisine at Lotus, gourmet burgers at Sesame Burger, outdoor lunch specials at Madra Rua Irish Pub or an iced coffee at The Orange Spot Coffee House. theparkcircle.com

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20 Places to Dine in Charleston Now

By Angel Passailaigue Postell his is such a hard thing to do. Narrow down a list of places to go and dine in Charleston. That’s because this city is busting at the seams with options.

Everything from casual flip-flop wearing dives to several over-the-top five-star service establishments. So, whether you are in the mood for fried chicken or wahoo crudo, corn, and summer truffle, we have the places to go visit now:

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Downtown Charleston Cru Café: For more than two decades, Chef John Zucker has been welcoming diners to his tucked away single house for a delicious lunch or dinner experience. It is the ideal spot to sit on a porch and watch the carriages go by while you enjoy a sweet tea and dishes like house smoked salmon toast, a shrimp B.L.T. or his version of general tso’s chicken with Asian slaw. 18 Pinckney St. | crucafe.com The Darling Oyster Bar: An energetic spot on King Street that recently reopened its doors as a more approachable concept, The Darling Oyster Bar is a great place for a fun night out.

Grab a seat at the raw bar, if you can, and people watch as you are served sucked oysters and local littleneck claws will sipping on a glass of rose. 513 King St. | thedarling.com Edmund’s Oast: Beer lovers come for the PB&J house-brewed beer, but quickly find out they are in for a night full of inventive cocktails and impressive wines. Best of all, their stomach fills quickly with delicious bites from Chef Reid Henninger who changes the menu daily depending on what was delivered by local purveyors. 1081 Morrison Drive | edmundsoast.com 58 TRAVELER ofCharleston.com july-september 2016

FIG: A trip to Charleston is not complete without a dinner at FIG – if you can get in. The James Beard Foundation award-winning hot spot, is one of the city’s best restaurants, if not the best. Chef Jason Stanhope works tirelessly to serve some of the tastiest dishes.

The wine list is thoughtful and the service is friendly, and incredible informative. 232 King St. | eatatfig.com Home Team BBQ: Luckily for downtown residents and tourists alike, the popular barbecue restaurant opened a third location in the outskirts of the city. The location is larger than any other and offers daily specials and an expansive drink menu. If you crave some wings or a burger later in the night, go for the late night menu that is offered starting at 10 p.m.

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Indaco: Take a group of friends to Indaco and grab one of the community tables – you will be guaranteed to have a great night. No matter where you dine, you will have a view of the open kitchen where Chef Kevin Getz is busy cooking house made pasta, wood-fired pizza and a dozen antipasti. The all-Italian wine list is expansive and offers something for any price range. 526 King St. | indacocharleston.com Spero: Don’t anticipate anything fancy at Spero – just really great food at really great prices. Located in a “strip mall” downtown, this relatively small, uber casual spot offers some of the best food in town. The chefs take your order and then cook it. The menu will make you yearn to come back for more. 616 Meeting St. | sperocharleston.com

McCrady’s: You cannot come to Charleston and not dine at one of Chef Sean Brock’s places.

Luckily there are three to choose from, and they are all delicious. McCrady’s is the original spot, and will be transformed into a tavern sometime this year. The menu will be more casual and so will the interiors. But if still looking for the tasting menu that Chef de Cuisine Daniel Heinze meticulously makes, there will be a smaller dining space connected offering it nightly. 2 Unity Alley mccradysrestaurant.com The Watch: Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits: Everyone needs to get on a rooftop while in the city, and The Watch at the Restoration Hotel provides one of the best places to do just that. Eat and drink while you look out and see the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and church steeples in the backdrop. 75 Wentworth St. therestorationhotel.com/the-watch Xiao Bao Biscuit: Ethnic food is a little light in Charleston, but XBB brings it solidly and deliciously, making up for the deficit. This restored gas station is full of energy as the tiny kitchen pumps out soulful Asian food. A must order to share is the okonomiyaki topped with pork candy and Fili-West farm egg.

Then continue with the chow fan, som tum chicken or mapo dou fu. 224 Rutledge Ave. xiaobaobiscuit.com

Postell is owner of Home Team PR and Events, founder of BevCon Charleston, founder/former director of Charleston Wine + Food Festival, Charleston editor for The Daily Meal.

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West Ashley/James Island/ John’s Island/Folly Beach Bowen’s Island: One of the oldest restaurants in Charleston sits on the Folly River and overlooks the oyster beds it cultivates and harvests to serve at the restaurant. Named a James Beard Foundation Awards’ American Classic, this rustic space has a basement with walls filled with hand-written Sharpie notes from the generations over the years. The oyster cookers steam and then shovel batches of steam oysters in front of you to enjoy. 1870 Bowen’s Island Road Fat Hen: Chef Fred Neuville and his wife, Joan, have created a special neighborhood restaurant with the Fat Hen. They serve French-inspired Lowcountry cuisine in generous portions. A must try is the shrimp and crab served over spicy hoppin’ john, bacon, vegetables, spinach and pimento cheese. 3140 Maybank Highway | thefathen.com The Glass Onion: An all-natural restaurant, The Glass Onion prides itself on being homegrown and locally focused. Chef Chris Stewart’s southern roots shows as he offers some of the best po boy sandwiches in town. If looking for boiled peanuts, deviled eggs, crispy pig ear po boys, or cornmeal fried North Carolina catfish, this place is for you. 1219 Savannah Highway ilovetheglassonion.com The ‘Wich Doctor: A trip to Folly Beach is an experience unto itself and, if hungry after a walk on the pier or a surfing session, The ‘Wich Doctor is a must try. An eclectic, gourmet sandwich (or sammies as they like to call them) and pizza joint, you can select from a variety of options depending on the mood. 106 W. Hudson | thewichdoctor.net

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Mt. Pleasant/Isle of Palms/Sullivan’s Island Coda del Pesce: Some of the best Italian food around is cooked by the chefs trained under Chef Ken Vedrinski. His beach location overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and offers contemporary Italian-influenced cuisine. Don’t leave without trying the crudo di pesce, and, if in the mood to be adventurous at any price, ask the chef to cook for you. It will be a meal to remember. 1130 Ocean Blvd. | codadelpesce.com Obstinate Daughter: Another amazingly talented Italian chef, Jacques Larson, has two locations, one at the beach. The Obstinate Daughter makes you feel like you are on a cozy boat, with lanterns and buoys hanging from above. The menu includes lots of shareable plates and the wine list is equally impressive.

2063 Middle St. | theobstinatedaughter.com Poe’s Tavern: Named after Edgar Allan Poe (who once lived nearby), the hot spot has been voted best burger on the island for several years. There is often a wait to get in and is the perfect place to come in after a day at the beach. Dishes are named after the famous poet, like the “Raven,” “Starving Artist” and “Pit & Pendulum” to name a few. 2210 Middle St. poestavern.com

North Charleston EVO Pizzeria: One of the best pizza places in Charleston is EVO. Located in the charming neighborhood of Park Circle, this local jaunt serves fresh, locally inspired pizzas and salads that make for some of the best meals. 1075 East Montague | evopizza.com Stem & Skins: It’ s no wonder Food & Wine magazine just named the Stem & Skins one of the top new wine bars in the country – the wine list does not play around. Neither does the team behind it: Matt Tunstall, former sommelier at Husk, and Justin Croxall, formerly of Bull Street Gourmet are two of the best wine pros around. Plan to come for some great tastings and be sure to get the accompanying small plates of cured and fresh meats, cheeses and more. 1070 East Montague Ave. stemsandskins.com

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THE SHELTER KITCHEN & BAR

Outdoor dining, great views

By Holly Fisher Oyster House on Market: If you’re a repeat visitor to Charleston, you may remember A.W. Shucks Seafood Restaurant. It was a staple on Market Street for more than 35 years. Earlier this year, it reopened with a new concept and a new name. Oyster House on Market, 35 S. Market St., is situated in the French Quarter with a patio overlooking the historic Charleston City Market.

It’s great spot to grab lunch or dinner after sightseeing or shopping. Order up fresh seafood and Lowcountry favorites while enjoying the recently renovated dining room and bar. Or check out the O-Bar for happy hour to sample oysters from around the country while sipping cocktails made with local ingredients. oysterhouse.menu The Shelter Kitchen & Bar: Mount Pleasant’s Shem Creek is a hot spot during the summer months. Locals and visitors love gathering on the patio with a cold beer and a platter of seafood.

The Shelter Kitchen & Bar, 202 Coleman Blvd., also cooks up burgers and sandwiches – all in a casual atmosphere. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday. Happy hour specials are available all week along with live music. theshelterkitchenandbar.com 39 Rue de Jean: One of Charleston’s best French restaurants, this spot is a must-visit for both its menu and the atmosphere. Stop off at 39 John St. and have lunch or dinner in the outdoor courtyard of this French café, situated along the cozy Hutson Alley. Do yourself a favor and order a side of the pommes frites. And if you really want to feel like a local, refer to this downtown hot spot as “Rue.” holycityhospitality.com Taco Boy: Nothing says summer like fish tacos, fresh guacamole and margaritas. This casual Mexican cantina is perfect for happy hours or lunch in the open air. Visit one of the two locations: Folly Beach, 15 Center St. or in downtown Charleston at 217 Huger St. tacoboy.net

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Stop by the O-Bar for happy hour to sample oysters while sipping on cocktails made with local ingredients.

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Charleston Area Events july – september 2016

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City of North Charleston Celebration – Spend the day at Riverfront Park enjoying music, children’s activities, food trucks, beer and wine stations and a fireworks show. northcharleston.org

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Summerville’s Red, White & Blue on the Green – Head to Gahagan Park for music, games, children’s activities and patriotic newspaper hats. summervilledream.org

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Patriots Point 4th of July Blast – Enjoy a professional fireworks display and party with food, drinks and music. Tickets to party on the flight deck of the USS Yorktown will be sold in a limited quantity; no admission charge to watch the fireworks from the lawn. 843-884-2727 | patriotspoint.org

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Independence Day Weekend – Head to Middleton Place – the home of a signer of the Declaration of Independence – for readings, interactive demonstrations, colonial crafts and a hands-on military drill. 843-556-6020 | middletonplace.org

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Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series – Enjoy old school roots reggae with Selah Dubb at James Island County Park. ccprc.com

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Palette and Palate Stroll – For the 11th annual event, 11 art galleries are paired with some of Charleston’s best restaurants in this fundraiser for art education. paletteandpalatestroll.com.

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Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series – Enjoy old school roots reggae with Mystic Vibrations at James Island County Park. ccprc.com

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Charleston Margarita Festival – Sample some of the city’s best margarita makers and vote on your favorite at this inaugural festival at the Charleston Maritime Center. citypapertickets.com

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Moonlight Mixer – Shag the night away under the stars at the Folly Beach Edwin S. Taylor Fishing Pier, where DJ Jim Bowers will be spinning the hottest oldies and beach music all night long. ccprc.com

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Lowcountry Jazz Festival – Award-winning jazz, soul, R&B and pop artists take the stage at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. lowcountryjazzfest.com

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Charleston Restaurant Week – Enjoy the world-renowned cuisine of the Lowcountry as participating restaurants offer prix fixe lunch and dinner menus. charlestonrestaurantassociation.com Sweet Tea Festival – Head to the Town of Summerville, the “birthplace of sweet tea,” for live music and plenty of tea tasting. summervilledream.org

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Rice Culture Days – Join a costumed interpreter at the Middleton Place rice field overlook for a hands-on demonstration of how Carolina Gold rice was harvested.

Learn about the complex planting and harvesting processes of rice from field to plate. 843-556-6020 | middletonplace.org

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FAM JAM – Free family festival in Marion Square in downtown Charleston. Enjoy a host of playful crafts and activities for children of all ages. FAM JAM attendees receive free admission to the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry that day. explorecml.org

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Southern Living Taste of Charleston – Three days of culinary events around Charleston ending on Sunday at Boone Hall Plantation where visitors enjoy samples from more than 50 Lowcountry restaurants and specialty and imported beer plus entertainment, children’s area and the legendary Waiter’s Race. charlestonrestaurantassociation.com

29-10/9 MOJA Arts Festival – This is a 10-day celebration highlighting the many AfricanAmerican and Caribbean contributions to western world cultures. Named for the Swahili word meaning "one,” this festival includes dance, music, theater and literary arts performances at venues all around Charleston. 843-724-7305 | mojafestival.com

ONGOING EVENTS Through 10/28 – On select Fridays, board the Carolina Queen for Jam on the Water Concert Cruises featuring live music, food truck eats and Sweetwater Brewing Co. (21+ only). charlestonharbortours.com Through 9/1 Charleston RiverDogs baseball games – Enjoy a night at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park with the family. Check the schedule for special events and fireworks after the game.

843-577-3647 | riverdogs.com 2nd Sunday on King Street – On the second Sunday of each month. Street is closed to vehicular traffic from Queen Street North to Calhoun Street. 2ndsundayonkingstreet.com Third Thursdays – Head to historic downtown Summerville from 5-8 p.m. every third Thursday.

Shops and restaurants will be open late and some have special promotions. summervilledream.org Charleston Night Market – Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening showcasing local artists, food vendors and designers in the historic Charleston City Market. thecharlestoncitymarket.com From Gospel to Gershwin presented by The Sound of Charleston. – Jazz, gospel, Gershwin, spirituals and Civil War songs at Circular Congregational Church. 800-838-3006 soundofcharleston.com Blues & BBQ Harbor Cruise – Every Thursday night and select Fridays; enjoy a barbecue buffet, live music and a cruise around the Charleston harbor. 888-224-5037 charlestonharbortours.com “Tickled to Death” – The Black Fedora Theatre is under siege as innocent theatre-goers fall prey to an anonymous killer with a wicked sense of humor. 843-937-6453 charlestonmysteries.com “Church Street Daughters of the Late Unpleasantness Garden, Gun & Gin Club Mystery,” – A mystery that has the crème of Charleston’s ladies dirtying their white gloves with murder at Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre 843-937-6453 | charlestonmysteries.com First Friday of each month First Friday's On Broad Art Walk – 5-8 p.m. at art galleries along Broad Street in downtown Charleston. charlestongalleryrow.com Charleston Farmers Market – Each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Marion Square, downtown Charleston. charlestonfarmersmarket.com Mount Pleasant Farmers Market – Each Tuesday from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the Market Pavilion on Coleman Boulevard. comeonovermp.com * Event details are subject to change. Please call ahead or check the listed website for confirmation.

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■ WATER TAXI: Transports visitors from downtown Charleston (Aquarium Wharf or Waterfront Park) to Mount Pleasant (Patriots Point or Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina).

Taxi runs each hour; $10 for all-day pass. No reservations needed. $20 round trip.

Call 843-330-2989 for pickup. charlestonwatertaxi.com ■ BUS: The CARTA bus system has regular routes that travel to major destinations. The DASH trolley service is available free of charge if you’re traveling around downtown Charleston. ridecarta.com | 843-724-7420 ■ RICKSHAWS AND PEDICABS: Available in downtown Charleston as are taxi cabs for transportation around the Lowcountry.

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SEE + DO Adventure Sightseeing Bus Tours Angler Management Fishing Charter Audubon Center at Beidler Forest Barrier Island Eco Tours Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre Boone Hall Plantation Bulldog Walking Tours Carriage & Harbor Tour Combo Charleston Harbor Tours Charleston Strolls Walk with History Charleston Water Taxi Charleston Zip Line Adventures Culinary Tours of Charleston Drayton Hall Edmondston-Alston House Fort Sumter Tours GrayLine Bus Tours Isle of Palms Marina Middleton Place Nature Adventures Outfitters North Charleston Fire Museum North Charleston, City of Palmetto Breez Palmetto Carriage Plantation & Harbor Combo Tour RedFin Charters Sandlapper Water Tours Schooner Pride Sailing Tour South Carolina Aquarium SpiritLine Cruises Harbor Tour Summerville, Town of The Reel Deal Charters Tidal Wave Watersports USS Yorktow Ghost Tours Walking & Harbor Tour Combo Wild Blue Ropes Adventure Park

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