Charleston

 

 

 

 

 

 

T O  S T A Y

Zero George Street: three residences and two brick carriage houses make up this incredibly charming boutique hotel. An absolute gem and highly recommended!
Planter’s Inn: we didn’t stay here, but recommend it if you’d prefer a (slightly) bigger hotel. Great location and decorated with charming Charleston décor. Also a must is having a slice of their famous coconut cake (on their charming lantern-lit courtyard after a romantic dinner out)
Also worth checking out: Belmond, Spectator, The Dewberry

 

T O  D O  &  T O  S E E

Historic homes along Tradd Street, Church Street, Legare Street (all South of Broad)
Charming, historic alleyways: Stoll’s Alley, Longitude Lane, Philadelphia Alley
Carriage ride through the city
Historic home walking tour
College of Charleston
Waterfront Park
Head across the bridge and check out Sullivan’s Island
The Battery & Rainbow Row: take a walk all along the water and look at the beautiful, historic waterfront homes
King Street for shopping
Art galleries… everywhere!
Hampden Clothing: for great pieces from Theory, Rag & Bone, Tibi, Zimmerman & More…
Antique Shops: couldn’t make it into all of them, but check out John Pope Antiques, George C Birlant & Co, Alexandra Designs
Mac & Murphy Stationery: chuck full of sugar paper goodness
Club Monaco on King Street: such a beautiful store – a must-see for anyone who likes the brand
Lake Pajamas opened their first store on King’s Street. Stop in for interior eye-candy + a cozy pair of pjs

 

T O  E A T  &  T O  D R I N K

Butcher & Bee: one of the best tasting meals I’ve had in a really long time. Local, fresh, and FULL of flavor
Edmund’s Oast: we went for a drink before Butcher & Bee and had one of their 50+ delicious draft beers
Lewis BBQ: omg the beef brisket…
The Gin Joint: cozy spot for a cocktail. I got the pear pressure which was deliciously spicy and full of fall flavor. Snack on their famous beef jerky while you sip!
Husk: I’d skip your dinner reservation and grab a spot in their cozy, exposed brick bar. Enjoy southern bites and historic cocktails
Le Farfalle: a neighborhood osteria with incredible charm and authentic Italian food
Planter’s Inn Ultimate Coconut Cake®: famous Charleston treat to enjoy on their charming lantern-lit patio
Sugar Bakeshop: cute little bakeshop full of delicious treats
Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit: fresh, warm, southern biscuits. Need I say more? Zero George serves these fresh every morning, but also check out their storefront on King Street.
Hominy Grill: a delicious, casual spot for Lowcountry classics. Head there for breakfast or lunch and try the Charleston Nasty Biscuit
Black Tap Coffee: for delicious cold brew on tap

We couldn’t make it to these ones, but they’re on our list for next time (worth checking out!):
FIG, Magnolias, Cannon Green, Leon’s, 5Church, Living Room & Henrietta’s at The Dewberry, The Obstinate Daughter on Sullivan’s Island