While Charleston’s historic streets and charming homes draw visitors year-round, August is the perfect time to venture beyond downtown and experience the area’s beautiful coastline. Experience lively surf, peaceful stretches of sand, family-friendly amenities, or secluded natural escapes all within a short drive from Charleston. Here’s a local’s guide to the best beaches to visit this summer, along with the perfect places to grab a bite after a day in the sun.

Summer in the Holy City is breathtakingly romantic, but it is also spectacularly humid. When the midday sun starts turning your perfectly planned outfit into a tropical climate experiment, there is no need to hide in your hotel room. Charleston is packed with sophisticated cultural hubs, hands-on boutiques, and frosty culinary treats that make escaping the heat feel like an absolute indulgence.

Few destinations capture the spirit of Independence Day quite like Charleston. From waterfront fireworks displays to family-friendly celebrations, the Lowcountry offers plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday weekend.

As summer approaches, it’s the perfect time to start planning your dream getaway to Charleston. With inviting coastal charm and breezy Southern beauty, Charleston offers endless ways to stay cool while soaking up the season. From sailing excursions to sun-soaked beach days, here are our favorite ways to experience the water this summer.

Charleston is a city built for celebration, so it's fitting to honor the moms and mother figures in our lives with a Mother’s Day weekend getaway to the Holy City! Whether mom loves blooming gardens, live music, or world-class dining, here is your ultimate guide to a memorable weekend experiencing the charm of the Lowcountry.