- The list below includes 118 free or cheap things to do in or near Charleston, South Carolina, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like Walking Tours, History Museums, Colleges & Universities and Gardens.
- From College of Charleston to Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Charleston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Johns Island and Summerville.
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Beginning at a designated starting point, groups of two, four, or six use smartphones to explore the city, searching for hidden objects
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101 E Arctic Avenue, Folly Beach, SC 29439
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Visitors can enjoy fishing, walking, birding, and access to the beach at Folly Beach Edwin S Taylor Fishing Pier. The pier is a notable local landmark and also features a gift and tackle shop and a restaurant named Locklear's.
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Young children love going to Monkey Joe's in North Charleston, South Carolina. This indoor play park features trampolines, bounce houses, obstacle courses and other equipment to inspire active play. There is a separate area for toddlers. Monkey Joe's offers all-inclusive party packages, but walk-ins are also we…
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1st Street and 14th Avenue, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
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Developed in 1996, Isle of Palms County Park, offers easy access to ocean frontage with lifeguards on duty during the seasonal months. The park also features picnic areas, volleyball court, refreshment stands and fun in the sun.
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Down South Fishing offers inshore and nearshore trips on boats that can accommodate up to 4 anglers or 6 passengers on non-fishing trips. They also offer cruises, night shark fishing​, dolphin watching trips, eco tours and photography excursions.
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At Regal Charles Towne Square Stadium 18, people can enjoy the latest movie releases in digital and 3-D formats. For the movie-goers convenience, tickets can be printed at home or presented in mobile form.
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Mount Pleasant's Boone Hall Plantation is a working crop farm that has been in operation for overmore than 300 years. Boone Hall is also a major tourist attraction and offers musical and dramatic performances throughout the year.
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St. Johns Kayaks is a kayak rental company that offers fishing tours, eco powerboat trips, and educational programs for children of all ages. The company also has fishing charters available.
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Located within minutes of downtown attractions, the Folly Beach County Park is a location that offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy the ocean in a scenic environment. Visitors to the park commonly enjoy swimming in the ocean or having picnics.
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Arguably the oldest living thing east of the Rocky Mountains, Angel Oak Tree, is said to be in excess of 1,500 years old. A popular spot for photographers and artists, the tree stands 65 feet tall and casts shade over 17,000 square feet.
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The Eden Wind Farm is an equestrian facility offering a number of services for horses and their owners. Horses for sale, riding adventures, and horse boarding are among the many services provided at the facility.