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1. Botany Bay Heritage Preserve and Wildlife Management Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Botany Bay  Heritage Preserve and Wildlife Management Area
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2. Edisto Island Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
Edisto Island Museum
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3. Edisto Beach State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Edisto Beach State Park
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4. McConkey's Jungle Shack

McConkey's Jungle Shack
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5. The Waterfront Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
The Waterfront Restaurant
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6. Edisto Island Serpentarium

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Edisto Island Serpentarium
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7. Kings Farm Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
Kings Farm Market
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8. SeaCow Eatery

SeaCow Eatery
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Edisto Island is one of South Carolina's Sea Islands, known for its beautiful beaches, rich wildlife and great food. The island, the main town Edisto Beach and the Edisto River that runs through the island, are named by Edisto Indians, who used the island seasonally for fishing. Edisto Island is a popular tourist destination, with many of historic estates converted into hotels, inns and restaurants.

You can fly to Charleston (CHS) Airport, rent a car and drive to Edisto Island for 1 hour (44.8 mi) via US-17 S and SC-174.


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