NOUN: A low-lying area of land, especially the coastal plains of the Carolinas and Georgia. Locals spell this "low country" or "lowcountry".

Picnic on the Harbor Celebrate Independence Day at the Aquarium with hamburgers and hot dogs, cold refreshments, music, a face painter and a view of the fireworks show over the Cooper River.
Red, White and Blue on the Green on the Summerville Town Square. Music, food, fun, and the great non-motorized parade in which everyone can participate.
Patriots Point Celebration - celebrate with food, a Kidz Zone, and a HUGE fireworks display launched from the deck of the aircraft carrier Yorktown!
Folly Beach Celebration Watch the fireworks display at Folly Beach over the ocean!
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July 10 - 13, 2008
Two hours of unforgettable moments from the Broadway stage! Spanning the entire history of the Broadway stage - from the Ziegfeld Follies up thru the newest hits.

July 11, 2008
Dance the night away under the stars at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Enjoy the hottest oldies & beach music around. Food and beverages will avaliable on-site for purchase.

July 19, 4:30 - 7 pm
$6 Bucks - All You Can Eat!! Come join us for some gooood eatin'! Eat in or carry-out. So good (and sooo cheap) that you'll want to feed your whole crowd!! World-Famous Fish Dinners prepared for you by the Men's Club of the Bethany United Methodist Church.

July 19, 2008
Enjoy the best Reggae music around in a beautiful outdoor setting. So bring your chair or blanket & dance & rock the night away! Food, beverages, and souveniers will be available for purchase. Outside alcohol & coolers are prohibited.

H.L. Hunley was a Confederate submersible that demonstrated the advantage and danger of undersea warfare. Although not this nation's first submarine, Hunley was the first submarine to engage and sink a warship. The Hunley is normally open for public tours every Saturday from 10 - 5 and Sunday from 12 - 5. For more information on tours call (877) 448-6539.

83-107 East Bay Street, Downtown Charleston
When on vacation in Charleston, Rainbow Row is a MUST TO SEE. Originally these mid-1700 homes had been the center of commerce; merchants had stores on the first floor and lived on the floors above. Today this beautiful array of homes is known as "Rainbow Row".

Market Street, Downtown Charleston
When on vacation in Charleston, the City Market is a must see. There are a total of four buildings spanning from Meeting Street to East Bay Street. An assortment of wares is sold by hundreds of vendors. Sweet grass basket weavers can be seen in every building, along with, local artists, jewelry, tapestry, souvenirs, church dolls,afghans, rugs, rice, beans and sauces, local candies and cookies and much more.

#6 Chalmers, between Church and State Streets.
Recently this building has been opened to the public as a museum. The Old Slave Mart is the only known building used as a slave auction gallery in South Carolina.

Stay at the Beach!! Located 30 minutes from historic downtown Charleston, on Kiawah's West Beach, these 1 and 2-bedroom beach side and ocean front villas are just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a short walking distance to golf, tennis, shopping and restaurants. Privately owned, managed and maintained, each Getaway Villa is beautifully decorated and completely furnished. (843) 343-7215

These touring itineraries detail the best things to see and do while you're in Charleston. Itineraries include complete information on recommended tours, accommodations, MUST TRY restaurants and shops. Information includes website links, touring tips, how to get to/from downtown, where to park and much much more essential touring information!

The three Official Guides To Charleston pictured are available FREE at more than 300 locations in the Charleston area. Each guide provides a comprehensive view of Charleston's Shopping, Dining, and Tours & Attractions. If you would like to preview the guides before your arrival, we will be happy to mail them to you for the cost of shipping & handling.