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Palmetto State

South Carolina travel guide

Charleston charm, golf islands and Lowcountry cooking.

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Capital
Columbia
Best time to go
Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Daily budget
$$ about $150–220 a day
Fly into
CHS Charleston
MYR Myrtle Beach
GSP Greenville

BeachesHistory

Top places to visit in South Carolina

  1. Charleston

    Colorful houses, cobblestones and great food.

  2. Myrtle Beach

    60 miles of family beaches.

  3. Hilton Head Island

    Bike paths, golf and calm beaches.

  4. Fort Sumter

    Where the Civil War's first shots were fired.

  5. Congaree National Park

    Old-growth forest on a boardwalk.

What to eat in South Carolina

  • Shrimp & grits
  • Lowcountry boil
  • She-crab soup
  • Mustard barbecue

When is the best time to visit South Carolina?

Mar–May, Oct–Nov is usually the best time to visit South Carolina. Moderate: about $150–220 a day for one person, including a shared hotel room and meals.

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Budgets are rough mid-range costs per person, including a shared hotel room and meals. Always check opening times and prices before you go.