{"id":6498,"date":"2022-02-17T03:32:53","date_gmt":"2022-02-17T03:32:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=6498"},"modified":"2023-08-30T17:02:50","modified_gmt":"2023-08-30T17:02:50","slug":"15-tourist-attractions-in-charleston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-tourist-attractions-in-charleston\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Tourist Attractions in Charleston"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Charleston.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Charleston.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Charleston-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Charleston, South Carolina, is a port city with a rich history and a distinctive style. The picturesque city is characterized by cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and pastel antebellum houses. Its harbor is situated at the Waterfront Park and Battery promenade. The historic Fort Sumter is also located in the city and is the site of the first shots fired during the Civil War. A trip to Charleston is not complete without a visit to the historic buildings and forts located throughout the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Charleston Museum was established under the direction of the Charleston Library Society. Its diverse collection reflects the city&#8217;s long history and rich culture. The exhibits cover Native Americans and early settlers, and then move through the eras of slavery, the Revolution, and the Civil War. The Early Days gallery contains the quirky collections of 19th-century world travelers. There&#8217;s even an Egyptian mummy on display and other Greek and Roman antiquities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a better view of the city&#8217;s harbor, take a tour by boat. There are many companies offering boat tours with narration that highlights the city&#8217;s maritime history. You&#8217;ll likely see landmarks like the Battery, Waterfront Park, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. bridge, Fort Sumter, and Castle Pinckney. The Charleston Museum also features an impressive array of artwork. You can take in its unique collection while enjoying the scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love seafood, you can&#8217;t miss a tour of the oyster bar at the Ordinary. The stunning setting of this restaurant in an historic bank building has a dramatic effect on the senses. The 22-foot ceilings and stylish round-topped windows are sure to impress. Order the towering platters of seafood and enjoy the sunset from the outdoor terrace. There are prix-fixe menus available as well as a full tasting menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city is home to many historic sites and is a rich and diverse city. A visit to Charleston is not complete without a visit to Drayton Hall, the oldest surviving plantation house in the United States. Its Palladian architecture is a rare example of the antebellum era. The famous antebellum-style Drayton Hall is another must-see attraction. Attractive beaches are also within easy reach of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to enjoy the arts, head downtown to King Street. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a romantic dinner with your partner or just want to have a good time with your family, King Street is the perfect place to do it. You can find restaurants in the city&#8217;s historic district or on the outskirts, and both have plenty of attractions to entertain you. If you are looking for a good night out, you can visit the infamous Charleston theater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city has a unique government structure. The mayor is elected by the city&#8217;s residents, and acts as the executive and chief administrator of the city. The council is composed of twelve members, each elected from single-member districts. At the City Hall, the mayor presides over the meetings of the city council and has a vote. The Mayor is the only elected official in the city and is responsible for the city&#8217;s public safety.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Charleston, South Carolina, is a port city with a rich history and a distinctive style. The picturesque city is characterized by cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and pastel antebellum houses. Its harbor is situated at the Waterfront Park and Battery promenade. 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