Complete Itinerary to your Charleston Weekend Trip

Charleston is rich in history and southern charm. The city if known for the well-preserved architecture, restaurants and hospitable people. Well, it is one of the top travel destination in the United States. If you are planning a Weekend Trip to Charleston SC, you should read this blog.

The historical district of the city is honored with living museum, cobblestone streets, horse drawn carriage and pastel houses. Honestly, you can spend an entire week exploring the city. The architecture, history and incredible food scene have earned the reputation as a quintessential southern city.

There is no shortage of places to visit – all you need is a long weekend. This blog shares the best spots to visits during your three-day weekend in Charleston.

How to Get there?

Charleston is easily available through Interstate 26, that connects the city with Columbia and Asheville. In case you are driving from further you can also connect to 1-26 through other major highways like 1-95 or 1-77.

• From Charlotte, North Carolina: 200 miles (3 ½ hours)

• From Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: 100 miles (2 hours)

• From Jacksonville Florida: 245 miles (3 ½ hours)

• From Tampa, Florida: 450 miles (7 hours)

In fact, if you prefer to Travel Charleston by public transport you can avail the well-connected bus and train. Greyhound lines connect Charleston to different cities in the US – including New York City, Charlotte and Atlanta. Amtrak offers a train service to Charleston through the Palmetto and Silver Meteor routes. Charleston Amtrak station is also located in North Charleston that is around 10 miles from downtown.

By Cruise

Well, many people are still not aware of the fact that Charleston is a popular port including several cruise lines. You may find Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise line during the weekend in Charleston.

Day One

You can start the tour with a pleasant way to get the bearing and pinpoint the must-visit spots. Well, we will make sure that you make the most of your time. Once you complete your tour on the carriage ride, you should explore by foot. Stroll along the waterfront is the best thing you can do. This way you can explore plenty of attractions along the way.

You can start at Charleston City Market and make you way to Joe Riley Waterfront Park. You can either choose a self-guided tour or join any group for a focused itinerary.

While walking the cobbled street, you can take in notable architecture of Charleston.

Day Two

On your day trips to Charleston SC, you can grab a hearty breakfast at Poogan’s Porch, as they offer traditional dishes like fried chicken or waffles and shrimp and grits. It is perfect for giving you the energy and explore the town.

The city boasts century-old mansions like The Wentworth, Joseph Aiken, Nathaniel Russell House and William Mansion that should not be missed. You will need an hour to tour each home before heading to lunch and visit afterward.

Restaurant like 167 Raw Oysters Bar serves one of the best seafood dishes in town. It offers a wide selection of oysters – well, the real treat is the scallop po’boy that is truly amazing. For a perfect family dinner you can head to the Charleston Grill that is voted one of the best hotels in Charleston. It is a perfect spot for unwinding after a long day of trekking around the city.

Day Three

By the third day, you will have good understanding of the surroundings and you will be checked off a handful of stops near your hotel. A cruise around the harbor is a perfect way to mix things up and get the much needed time off the feet.

Once you are back at port-you can make your way to king street as there are number of high-end retail stores and small boutiques. There are various small coffee shop and bakeries for grabbing a quick bite. At this extraordinary culinary town in Charleston, you may not simply want to end the stay with any dinner. You would want to go out with a bang and a stop at fig would be the perfect cap for your weekend.

Conclusion

Some of the foods you will get to try on Charleston tour includes Shrimp and grits, crab soup, crispy fried green tomatoes, artisanal charcuterie, craft beer, Charleston benne wafers, southern praline and more. At Secret Charleston, you can create your personalized itinerary and make the most of your weekend trip. Contact us to get a free quote.