EAT, DRINK AND ENJOY

 Charleston is renowned for its delicious Southern fare and its lively culinary scene. From classics like shrimp and grits and fried green tomatoes, to cutting edge modern fare, Charleston has one of the best food scenes in the United States. Here are a few of the restaurants and bars that we enjoy visiting!

·      Leon’s

·      Herd Provisions

·      Renzo

·      167 Raw

·      The Ordinary

·      Faculty Lounge

·      Moe’s

Relax on  Sullivan’s Island –

 Located at the mouth of Charleston Harbor, Sullivan’s Island is the perfect respite from city life and is Charlotte and Lonnie’s favorite beach. Guests can surf, swim, and catch some rays at this scenic stretch of coastline. The beach is public, and it offers one of the most natural environments in the area. On the beachfront, visitors can find many bars and restaurants for a perfect way to wrap up a day in the sand. Home Team Barbeque and Mex 1 Cantina are local favorites, and you can’t go wrong with ordering a Guinness at the nearby Irish pub, Dunleavy’s.

Walk the Ravenel Bridge –

A gorgeous, 8-lane suspension bridge, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge stretches from Charleston to Mount Pleasant over the Cooper River. It offers sweeping views of Charleston, and it is one of the best places to watch the sunset in the city. The bridge has a 12-foot path for pedestrians and bikers. The 2.5 mile long bridge is the perfect place to admire Charleston’s picturesque skyline and harbor during a sunset stroll. The easiest place to park is on the Mount Pleasant side, with ample parking along Patriot’s Point Rd.

Get some Pics at Rainbow Row- 

Rainbow Row is a famous series of 13 houses along Charleston’s East Bay Street. With its captivating, eponymous bright colors, Rainbow Row is one of the most photo-worthy locations in the city. Each pastel home has its own fascinating history and architecture. Theories as to why the houses are so brightly colored range from the colors helping drunk sailors find their way home more easily, to their allowing merchants to indicate what wares they sold, to their ability to keep the buildings cooler during hot summers.  Whatever the truth, Rainbow Row is a must-see part of Charleston.

Peruse the Charleston Farmer’s Market -

Find the best of Charleston’s fresh produce and artisanal goods when you visit the Charleston Farmers Market, nestled in the heart of the city’s historic downtown in Marion Square. Featuring dozens of vendors that range from small family farms to candle makers to flower sellers, this market has something for everyone. It’s more than just a place to shop, however — it’s also the perfect way to connect with the local community and to make some lasting memories. Held from 8am to 2pm every Saturday, the Charleston Farmers Market will give you a genuine taste of Lowcountry living.

Visit the Charleston Aquarium - 100 Aquarium Wharf, Charleston, SC 29401

Conservation efforts are at the forefront of South Carolina Aquarium’s initiatives. Not only does it operate a world-class Sea Turtle Care Center to rehabilitate sick and injured sea turtles, it also has efforts to reduce plastic pollution in the seas and to promote the responsible consumption of seafood. Besides that, South Carolina Aquarium is home to over 5,000 species of aquatic animals, from massive groupers and pelicans to alligators and river otters.  Enjoy sustainable, family-friendly fun with a trip to the South Carolina Aquarium.

Wander the Charleston Market-

One of the nation’s oldest public markets, Charleston City Market, is both a cultural and a culinary hub. Open during the day year-round, with weekly Night Markets, Charleston City Market is constantly bustling. Over 300 entrepreneurs sell their wares at the market, offering everything from Christmas collectibles to handcrafted jewelry to gourmet jellies and hot sauces.