Charleston, South Carolina
Enjoy fine southern hospitality with a stay at Inspirato accommodations within the charming seaside city of Charleston. Unwind in the historic Emeline hotel after a day of taking in the sights of the city. Right around the corner, The Charleston Place is a timeless luxury hotel with five on-site dining options. Closer to the waterfront lies Zero George, named “Best New Food Hotel” by Condé Nast Traveler. This boutique hotel features 16 fully renovated guest rooms that were once historic carriage houses.
A Colonial Southern City with World-Class Dining
One of the most well-preserved colonial-era cities in the south, Charleston beckons visitors with its cobblestone streets, stately antebellum mansions, and ancient oak trees draped in Spanish moss. Today, the city is more popular than ever with tourists, thanks to its mild climate, world-class culinary scene, and proper southern hospitality. It’s a city best explored on foot, whether you’re strolling the waterfront park along the Cooper River or finding a hidden cobblestone alley in the heart of the historic district. Visit historic King Street to shop high-end boutiques, award-winning art galleries, bookstores, antique shops, and more.
Quick Facts
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Suggested airport
Charleston International Airport (CHS) -
Average temperature
88°F in summer; 57°F in winter -
Peak season
Spring and fall -
Car recommended?
No -
Population
135,000
Destination Highlights
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Fort Sumter National Monument
Located on an island in Charleston Harbor, this historic fort is best known as the site of the unofficial start of the Civil War. Today, it’s owned by the National Park Service and staffed by park rangers. Start at the museum for a deep history dive, then board the ferry to tour the fort.
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Battery Park
Situated at the southernmost tip of the peninsula, Battery Park is the perfect introduction to Charleston, lined with stately waterfront mansions, Civil War-era cannons, palmettos, and gorgeous views of the Sullivan Island Lighthouse.
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Folly Beach
Just south of Charleston, this local-favorite beach is the perfect spot to pack a picnic, rent bicycles, or try your hand at ocean kayaking or surfing. It’s also a prime fishing spot.
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Weather
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Forecasting Your Charleston Vacation
Charleston boasts an enviable semitropical climate with temperatures that average in the high 80s in the summer and hover around 50 degrees during the winter months. Summer is the rainiest season, but thunderstorms tend to move through and dissipate quickly.
