Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Charleston

Super D. • March 11, 2017Nice walking park! Kids enjoyed the fountains (be careful they don't fall in). Nice evening views!

Meredith L. • November 3, 2010Great dog park! Also has good trails and climbing wall

Dee O. • April 15, 2015Great for a picnic or walk. Especially pretty when there are flowers in bloom. Fun event location.

Donovan M. • September 26, 2016Excellent views of the harbor and Fort Sumter in the distance. Free parking along the road.

Charleston Parks Conservancy • March 26, 2010Great for a run. But for those less athletically inclined, grab a delicious crepe from nearby Queen Street Grocery and have a picnic in the park.

Lydia B. • December 9, 2012Dock, pier, playground, dog park, romantic benches

Karen C. • June 17, 2013What a wonderful must see place. I really enjoyed my family trip. Love the nature trails. Wear good walking shoes!

Gabe T. • February 28, 2021Great place for dogs in Charleston. They offer yearly and daily passes.

Paula M. • August 19, 2016This is my favorite place in all of charleston. Super peaceful and serene. Great park.

Deborah F. • October 3, 2014Fantastic place to visit especially if you love history and architecture! Thirty minute boat ride and an hour to roam the island! I highly recommend!

Lou B. • April 13, 2012Absolutely incredible. I love the gardens and fountains too.

Christine R. • June 16, 2018It would be nice if they had a big sign to say Rainbow Row, but we figured it out. Love the history and the architecture

Patrick W. • October 19, 2013Will walk the beach next time. Great view of the lighthouse and very good spot for sunset.

Paige C. • September 3, 2017A wonderful place to rest or take a photo. In the middle of a great park along the battery. We came here after a bike ride to enjoy the water views and shade!

More Than H. • January 4, 2022Such a unique and photogenic fountain. Love that “ankle wading” is permitted too.

Mary Catherine J. • April 11, 2015Great sunsets and surfing...when the waves are high! Lovely!

Wayne A. • February 18, 2019Excellent walk along the water. Great views from Historic Charleston of the Bay and ocean. Catch Atlantic Dolphins at play and feeding off the pier. Close to great restaurants for after lunch walk.

Nicole W. • December 28, 2012Beautiful and romantic, just make sure you wear bug spray. The mosquitos get thick in the warmer months.

Mary Catherine J. • December 2, 2015Amazing views here!

Mary Catherine J. • July 18, 2014It's A beautiful place to catch the sunset!

Jennifer G. • March 13, 2015Wonderful place to hold events or to just sit and relax

More Than H. • January 4, 2022Go to White Point park, walk The Battery, visit Rainbow Row, take a carriage ride, shop at The Market, eat at Hyman’s Seafood. So much to do!!

Bridget_NewGirl • May 27, 2024Very crowded on holiday weekends. Get to the beach early to get a good spot.

More Than H. • August 18, 2021My favorite of beaches on the East Coast! Quiet, family and dog friendly (most of the year round with dogs), great area for surfers along E. Ashley and great eateries.

Mary Catherine J. • January 13, 2018The scenery and sunsets are wonderful!

Debbie C. • July 30, 2013Very interesting. Our tour guide Stephan was terrific - he shared a lot of fascinating history within a brief 30 minute tour. Don't miss the exhibits on the top and main floors.

Rebecca • August 19, 2012Gorgeous beach.. Hardly any people.. Pet friendly.. Reminds me of outer banks..

Todd S. • July 5, 2021An iconic neighborhood park and playground built in the 1960’s and very family oriented. Baseball field, lighted tennis courts, community building, great playground equipment that is kept up.

Mary Catherine J. • October 6, 2014Best place to sit and enjoy the afternoon sea breeze!