Best places: Tourist attractions in Charleston County, United States

Accessed by boat, this fort with ruins, gun emplacements & a museum saw the Civil War’s first shots.

Reptiles on display indoors & in outdoor gardens, plus shows & twice-daily alligator feedings.

Trolley & factory tours are offered at this picturesque site with acres of tea plants & a gift shop.

1681 working plantation known for its moss-draped Avenue of Oaks & original slave cabins.

Established in 1735, this historic plantation is an interpretive site about slavery & offers tours.

Lush garden dating to pre-Revolutionary War times, with train & boat tours, plus a petting zoo.

👍👍 Where do I begin? My husband and I traveled from out of state and are huge owl fans, so the center was kind enough to arrange a private tour for us. We got to spend almost two hours with the director and met many amazing birds up close. They do incredible work at the center for the bird population...

Serene wetlands home to alligators, turtles & peacocks, explored via a boardwalk & bridges.

Storied, well-preserved antebellum plantation with tranquil grounds & an African-American cemetery.

😐 It was an ok experience overall, mainly because I helped lower the flag. The island itself offers a bit of walking around, but since there isn't much left of it, there isn't much to see. The gentleman who told the history by the flag was great and very informative. The flag lowering at last trip of...

👍👍 Nice peaceful place. Seen 4 dolphins while I was here and the sunset

👍👍 We had a really fun time. The red wolf presentation was really interesting. We will definitely be back but when it is much cooler.

👍👍 I think sometimes are 5 Stars not enough. I will give 7 Stars. The guys there are so nice and the alcohol are taste realy good!!!

This museum provides exhibits, artwork, artifacts & events that detail the community's long history.

Nature preserve with wildlife including alligators & eagles, plus tours of an antebellum plantation.

👍 We just stumbled upon this historic site while exploring Charleston. There is no signage, and it doesn't even come up in a search for parks or attractions. It is an interesting place, but you don't know what some of the relics are because again no signage. There are many research facilities and gove...