Charleston | 2-Day & 1-Night Guide to a Dreamy Macaron-Colored Town š
Originally planned as a 3-day weekend getaway, but shortened to 2 days due to a storm! āļø Drove from Greenville ā about 3 hours each way without traffic. šø What to Explore: š Rainbow Row Instagram-famous pastel houses ā perfect for photos! š· Wear bright-colored outfits or dresses for the best shots. Stroll along the waterfront to Battery Charleston (southern tip) ā lined with multi-million-dollar mansions! š° š King St / Queen St / Church St The heart of downtown ā bustling with eateries, shops, and historic charm. Church St is dotted with beautiful churches. āŖ š Joe Riley Waterfront Park Offers views of the aircraft carrier across the water + the iconic Pineapple Fountain! š š Charleston City Market A lively market selling crafts and souvenirs ā fun for a quick browse! šļø š USS Yorktown An aircraft carrier museum ā aka "Disney for boys" š My boyfriend was beyond excited (the planes were his "LinaBell" š). Four tours available ā history buffs will love it! š“ Where to Eat: Charleston = seafood heaven! š¦š¦Ŗ š Pearlz Oyster Bar Avg: $50/person Great-value oysters! Wait: ~1 hour during peak times. š: Oysters, clam chowder, fish & chips š: Seafood pasta š Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar Avg: $50/person Happy hour oysters = half price! Same quality as Pearlz. š: Oysters, fried calamari š: Crab soup (way too salty!) š Missed Spots (Next Time!) š Sullivans Island š Magnolia Plantation & Garden š Middleton Place #Charleston #SouthCarolina #SouthernCharm #WeekendGetaway #TravelGuide #FoodieAdventure #USATravel āļøš¤
