Created to preserve the site of the state's earliest British settlement, the Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site is a great place to learn about the fascinating history of South Carolina. The 665-acre park offers plenty of things to see and do, including a replica 17th-century ship, a natural habitat zoo filled with animals like bears and bison, and a Visitor's Center with a dozen rooms full of interactive exhibits. There are also six miles of trails running through the park, including a history trail that can explored with the help of a self-guided audio tour.

1500 Old Towne Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, Phone: 843-852-4200

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