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AUDUBON SWAMP GARDEN

Route 4 S.C. 61, Charleston (10 miles northwest of the city), 843.571.1266; 800.367.3517.
GEO: 32.871483, -80.09082
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  • Magnolia Plantation

    One of the largest collections of azaleas and camellias in the United States resides here. Tour a pre-Revolutionary War Plantation House and ride a nature train or boat. $14 adults, $12 seniors, $10 kids 6-12 years of age, free for children under 6. Historic house, nature train and boat and Audubon Swamp tours cost extra. M-Su 8am-5:30pm.

within 15 min. walk 

  • Drayton Hall

    An accredited museum and National Trust historic site, Drayton Hall is recognized for its exceptional guided tours. Circa 1738, it is the oldest preserved plantation house in America open to the public.More than a house, activities include hourly tours, self-guided river and marsh walks and much more. Open Nov - Feb, 8:30am - 4:00pm, and March - Oct, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Handicapped accessible.

    • Nine miles NW of downtown, at 3380 Ashley River Road, 843.769.2600.
      Trip distance: 2,548 feet
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2 to 3 miles 

  • Middleton Place

    Experience plantation life much like it was in the 18th century, when America’s oldest landscaped gardens were created. A guided tour interprets the Middleton family’s role in American history, while the story of the African American community is explored at Eliza’s House and the slave chapel. Tues. - Sun. 10am - 4:30pm.

    • 4300 Ashley River Road, 843.556.6020.
      Trip distance: 2.5 miles
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3 to 4 miles 

  • Frankie’s Fun Park

    Miniature golf, go-karts, video-game arcade, batting cages, bumper boats and driving range—in other words, somewhere to take the kids when they have had absolutely enough of historic homes. Admission varies per attraction. M-Sa 10 am-midnight, Su noon-midnight.

    • 5000 Ashley Phosphate Rd., North Charleston, 843.767.1376.
      Trip distance: 3.3 miles
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4 to 5 miles 

  • North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum & Educational Center

    A 25,000 square foot facility, situated in North Charleston near the Tanger Outlet Mall, features an antique collection of fire trucks, educational fire safety exhibits and interactive children’s exhibits. Tickets are $6 and ages 12 and under are free. Open Monday- Saturday; 10am-5pm. www.legacyofheroes.org.

    • 4975 Centre Pointe Drive, 843.740.5550.
      Trip distance: 4.1 miles
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5 to 10 miles 

  • Carolina Ice Palace

    South Carolina's Ultimate Family Entertainment Complex, the year-round family playground for recreational skating, league hockey, figure skating, extreme sports, virtual reality and video games. The Carolina Ice Palace is proud to be the practice facility of the ECHL South Carolina Stingrays Hockey Team. www.carolinaicepalace.com.

  • Charles Towne Landing

    This is the site of the first permanent English settlement in the Carolinas, more than 300 years ago. You’ll find a reproduced sailing vessel, the original fortified area, and a natural habitat zoo with over 20 species of animals. Adults $5; children 6-15 $3; 5 and under FREE; SC Seniors $3.25. Call for times;

  • Hunley Weekend Tours

    In 1864, the Hunley became the world’s first successful submarine and then mysteriously vanished. Lost at sea for over a century, the Hunleywas located in 1995 and raised in 2000. The submarine now rests in a 90,000-gallon tank while scientists are at work to excavate and conserve the Hunley.

    • Warren Lasch Conservation Center, 1250 Supply Street (on the old Charleston Navy Base), North Charleston. For tickets, call 877.4HU.NLEY or Walk-up tickets are available.
      Trip distance: 7.8 miles
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  • The Links at Stono Ferry

    The Links at Stono Ferry combines beautiful scenery with unique historic elements to create an unforgettable golf experience. Located just 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, Stono Ferry offers an enjoyable day of golf for all players. Call for tee times.

  • The Links at Stono Ferry

    The Links at Stono Ferry combines beautiful scenery with unique historic elements to create an unforgettable golf experience. Located just 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, Stono Ferry offers an enjoyable day of golf for all players. Call for tee times.

    • 4812 Stono Links Drive,, 888.785.1813.
      Trip distance: 8.9 miles
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  • The Citadel Museum

    Archived photographs highlight the 159-year history of The Military College of South Carolina. Free admission, Su-F 2 pm-5 pm, Sa 12-5 pm.

10 to 20 miles 

  • Charleston County Parks

    The Lowcountry’s best resource for outdoor fun, events and festivals. They operate several outdoor parks throughout the Charleston area.

  • Paddlefish Kayaking

    Offering guided kayak nature tours from three unique Charleston locations, Historic Downtown, Kiawah & Seabrook Islands, and Folly Beach. Each location features easy boarding facilities, safe & stable kayaks, and a variety of nature tour programs for all ages and levels. No prior experience is necessary. Reservations are required.

  • Bike the Bridge Rentals

    Take an easy ride across North America’s longest cable-stayed bridge. Then take time to tour historic downtown Charleston.

  • Thriller Charleston

    Race through the harbor on Charleston’s only high speed tour boat. See all of the historic Charleston sites while experiencing the exhilaration of a stock car type ride on the water.

  • Charleston Sidewalks

    Charleston Sidewalks Home of the Original Children’s Pirate Treasure Hunt, the tours provide a historical romp through the area’s pirate and Native American past as well as a treasure hunt that navigates through cannons and ancient, live oak trees. A bag of pirate treasure is guaranteed to all hunters! Private, historical tours for all ages are also available. Reservations are required.

  • Doin’ the Charleston Tours

    Treat yourself and family to Charleston, SC's best historical adventure in a bus designed for maximum comfort and viewing. The 90 minute tour, complete with laser-disc images and music departs daily from the Charleston Visitors Center. www.dointhecharlestontours.com.

  • Sandlapper Water Tours

    A locally owned and operated water-based tour and private boat charter company, Sandlapper provides Charters, History, Nature, Sunset and Haunted Harbor Ghost Tours all aboard the Palmetto, 45ft USCG certified catamaran. www.sandlappertours.com

  • Pegasus Charters

    Have some family fun, try a sunset cruise, surprise your special someone with a romantic getaway, or plan a dockside party. No matter what you choose, Pegasus Charters is dedicated to supplying the best charter experience possible. www.pegasuscharters.com.

  • Children’s Museum

    Seven different exhibits that allow children to explore the arts, sciences and humanities through their own hands-on experiences. $7 per person, Tu-Sa 10 am-5 pm, Su 1-5 pm.

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