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1. Beaufort ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Bee City ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Bluffton

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4. Botany Bay Heritage Preserve-Wildlife Management Area

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5. Brookgreen Gardens

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6. Columbia Museum of Art

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7. Edisto Island

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8. Elloree

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9. Francis Beidler Audubon Forest

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10. Georgetown

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11. Givhans Ferry State Park

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12. Great Swamp Sanctuary

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13. Hampton Plantation State Historic Site

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14. Hilton Head Island

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15. Huntington Beach State Park

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16. Kiawah Island

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17. McClellanville

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18. Mepkin Abbey

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19. Edisto Island National Scenic Byway

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20. Pearl Fryar Topiary Garden

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21. Port Royal

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22. Serpentarium

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23. St. Helena Island

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24. Wadmalaw Island

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25. Walterboro

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Charleston is widely regarded as one of the best cities in South Carolina, but if you're planning to be here for more than a couple of days, you might want to consider taking a day trip or two.
  • The city is surrounded by incredible destinations for visitors of all ages, including peaceful barrier islands, beaches, historic homes, and little-known towns and villages overflowing with antebellum mansions and Southern hospitality.
  • Whether you're looking to escape into nature, learn about the area's history, or simply trade one city for another, here are the best day trips to take from Charleston.

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