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Inside Background
Architecture 
Any architecture buff will love Charleston.  There has been a major historic...
Last edited: 27 March 2008
Culture 
Heritage and Culture It is difficult to define exactly what makes up...
Last edited: 06 March 2008
Health & Safety 
Safety in the Holy City Charleston is not New York nor is it Mayberry.  The...
Last edited: 16 February 2006
History 
History of the Holy City    Charleston has a rich history that is seen in...
Last edited: 26 March 2008
Neighborhoods 
The two main sections of Charleston’s downtown that every guest should know...
Last edited: 05 June 2008
Tourist Board Info 
  Charleston Area Convention & Vistor Bureau: South Carolina Tourism Board
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Charleston is a wonderful city to explore on foot as the area is coastal and is...
Last edited: 04 April 2008
Introduction 
Southern charm, hospitality and history imbue Charleston, one of the most...
Last edited: 19 February 2008
Visitor Publication - Free 
Traveler of Charleston Visitor Publication   How to Get one: They are...
Last edited: 31 January 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Charleston is served by the Charleston International Airport.  This small...
Last edited: 27 March 2008
Getting Around 
Charleston is a walking town if ever there was one! Bring comfortable shoes and...
Last edited: 10 January 2008
Public Transportation 
CARTA Charleston’s public transportation consists of a few different types of...
Last edited: 23 February 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis in Charleston are a little different that those in the larger cities...
Last edited: 01 July 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
 Events, etc. in Charleston or within 20 minutes of Charleston General...
Last edited: 16 July 2008
Family Travel 
Charleston has lots of great options for families traveling with children...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
First-time Visitors 
Questions and Answers About Charleston for First -Time Visitors: Q: What are...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
Nightlife 
Live Music Venues: The Music Farm – 32 Ann Street (near the Visitors Center...
Last edited: 25 November 2006
Off the Beaten Path 
There are a few places in Charleston that are not known by everyone and could...
Last edited: 28 January 2008
The Performing Arts 
Charleston is a city rich in the arts.  Here are just a few of the venues...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
Shopping 
When you think about shopping in Charleston, you have the option on thinking...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Sports & Activities 
Biking the new Ravenel Bridge over Charl... Harbor is a great way to spend...
Last edited: 08 September 2007
1-Day, 2-Day, 3-Day Plus Itineraries 
Charleston's visitors certainly have many choices to make, based on the energy...
Last edited: 27 June 2008
Absolutely Free 
Walking in the residential areas south of Broad Street. Walking across the...
Last edited: 12 January 2008
Fire Museum and Educational Center  
 North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum and Educational Center This...
Last edited: 01 June 2008
For the Outdoor Adventurer 
Charleston is a phenomenal place to be active.  Though the nearest snow skiing...
Last edited: 12 February 2008
Girlfriends Weekend 
For a great "girlfriend getaway", the focus is on fun and pampering. SHOPPING...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
Live Music 
Charleston Live Music Venues: Blind Tiger Pub - Broad Street - City Bar - East...
Last edited: 27 January 2008
Outdoor Activities - all types 
Charleston is a great place to be outdoors.  Many opportunities exist for...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
Pet-Friendly Travel 
Here are some "Pet-Friendly" businesses and other information for the...
Last edited: 17 March 2008
Photo Opportunities around Charleston 
Are you planning a wedding and need that perfect shot with a great backdrop...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
Plantations 
The climate, rainfall and location have long made the Lowcountry agriculturally...
Last edited: 11 February 2008
Sports and Sporting Events 
Charleston's weather makes it possible to participate in sporting events for...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
Tours In And Around Charleston 
Much of Charleston's rich history and heritage has been preserved.   Visitors...
Last edited: 17 July 2008
Wineries and Wine Tastings 
South Carolina's long history of agriculture conti... expands into new areas...
Last edited: 08 February 2008
Charleston Museum 
Interesting note, the building which housed the museum for years burned only 2...
Last edited: 02 June 2006
Gibbes Museum of Art 
GIBBES MUSEUM OF ART - Established as the Carolina Art Association in 1858, the...
Last edited: 09 October 2006
Jack Thomson's Civil War Walking Tour 
This is the real Charleston experi... not just a tour. Unlike the touristy...
Last edited: 22 December 2007
Macaulay Museum of Dental History 
The Macaulay Museum of Dental History houses an impressive collection of dental...
Last edited: 20 July 2006
Morris Island Lighthouse 
The Morris Island Lighthouse build in 1873 is situated on a small sand bar in...
Last edited: 30 December 2007
The Powder Magazine 
A small museum of Charleston, SC. It is nearly 300 years old and is the oldest...
Last edited: 24 December 2007
USS Yorktown 
Patriot's Point is a wonderful place to see. The price is reasonable but plan...
Last edited: 07 July 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Cheap Eats 
Southend Brewery - East Bay St - this is especially inexpensive if you buy the...
Last edited: 12 January 2008
Outdoor Dining 
  82 Queen - (near the Mills House) - numerous outdoor tables, many in private...
Last edited: 17 April 2008
Special Occasion Dining 
Oak Steakhouse :  17 Broad Street   Peninsula Grill: 112 North Market Steet...
Last edited: 25 November 2006
Places that let you BYOB 
Mistral - Market Street - Charges a $10 corkage fee Locklear's - Mt. Pleasant...
Last edited: 12 January 2008
Restaurant Links  
Restaurants in Charleston and Vicinity   Charleston – South of Calhoun...
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Blossom Cafe 
Blossom has changed from an italian concentration on food to a more...
Last edited: 30 April 2006
Diana's Restaurant 
If you're looking for some traditional Southern fare and great value, this is...
Last edited: 12 March 2008
Hominy Grill 
Try the chocolate pudding - although it's so rich you'll want to share it...
Last edited: 26 November 2007
Sticky Fingers RibHouse 
The BBQ ribs at Sticky Fingers are some of the best ribs around.  The waiters...
Last edited: 24 February 2007
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
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Crossing the Border 
For most visitors, a passport and a visa are the two critical documents you...
Last edited: 11 May 2008
Emergencies 
Call 911 for all emergencies, police, fire, and medical. There are still some...
Last edited: 15 April 2008
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: 13 July 2008
Telephones 
 The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as 555-555-1234...
Last edited: 18 December 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: 15 April 2008
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: 08 September 2007
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: 23 July 2008
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: 30 April 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: 20 June 2007
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations   United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: 03 June 2008
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: 16 July 2008
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: 08 September 2007
Traveling and Driving in the U.S. 
The image of the American car on a lone road is semi-iconic: names like Ford...
Last edited: 23 June 2008
Traveling with Infants and Youngsters 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about little ones that may differ from...
Last edited: 15 March 2007
US Customs 
Unlike most countries around the World, the USA requires all air passengers to...
Last edited: 23 May 2008
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
Last edited: 10 May 2007
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