24 Hours In Charleston

After traveling to Charleston many times I have mastered the perfect 24 hour itinerary for the place. Situated on the coast of South Carolina, Charleston is home to preppy boutiques, colorful streets, amazing restaurants, and southern charm. The adorable coastal city is perfect for a quick trip. While 24 hours isn't nearly enough time to explore all of Charleston, you will be surprised with how much you can see in a short amount of time. Read on to discover your guide to 24 hours in Charleston.

This post is all about 24 hours in Charleston, South Carolina.

24 Hour Charleston Itinerary

Morning

Fly Into Charleston International Airport

The Charleston International Airport seems to be getting more and more flight routes each week as Charleston is a growing tourist destination. You can find affordable direct flights from cities all over the USA along with one flight that goes to Toronto. You will find pretty much all of the USA airlines fly to Charleston, along with Air Canada.

You can find the cheapest flights on google flights.

It is about 20 minutes from the airport to the downtown area. The best way to get to downtown is Uber or Lyft. Once you are in the downtown area you can walk everywhere.

Check Into Hotel Bennet

Hotel Bennet is easily one of the best hotels in Charleston. Located in the heart of downtown, Hotel Bennet offers luxury accommodations. At Hotel Bennet you will find four restaurants, a outdoor swimming pool, a spa, breakfast served daily, a bar, and more! Going to Charleston this fall? Checkout our Top Charleston Hotels Perfect for a Cozy Fall Getaway.

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Budget Hotel Charleston - Andrew Pinckney Inn

Coffee & Breakfast at Millers All Day

Millers All Day definitely one of the best breakfast and brunch joints in Charleston. You can either just grab a coffee and pastry from the coffee bar or sit down and enjoy a full fledged southern breakfast. Be sure to try their amazing biscuit egg sandwich!

See Rainbow Row

After a phenomenal breakfast at Millers All Day head over to the stunning Rainbow Row. Rainbow Row is a colorful street (East Bay Street) in Charleston's French Quarter. You will find pastel colored historic homes, gorgeous flowers and greenery on this european style street (it reminds me a lot of the south of France). If you are a fellow photographer you will love this street.

Afternoon

The Pier

From Rainbow Row you can walk down South Adgers Wharf to the Charleston Public Pier. At the Pier you can enjoy the warm Charleston sun and spot some dolphins at the pier. There are also sometimes street performers along the waterfront area.

See The Pineapple Fountain

Walk along Charleston's waterfront until you get to the iconic Pineapple Fountain. It only takes a few minutes to marvel at the fountain, but it is a must see in Charleston.

Walk Through Charleston City Market

Charleston City Market is just a short walks away from the Pineapple Fountain. At the City Market you will find handmade crafts, clothes, and souvenirs along with authentic southern street food. The Charleston City Market has been around since the early 1800s, read more about why this market was built in this article.

Shop Your Heart Out On King Street

King Street is the most popular street in Charleston. The preppy boutiques, incredible southern restaurants, colorful buildings, cool bars, and lovely cafes make King Street one of the best spots in all of Charleston. While on King Street be sure to stop by Roller Rabbit and Love Shack Fancy.

Dinner At Pearlz Oyster Bar

Try Charleston's amazing seafood at Pearlz Oyster Bar. Pearlz Oyster Bar is situated right on the charming East Bay Street sample authentic southern food at Pearlz Oyster Bar.

Have More Time In Charleston?

If you have more time in the charming town checkout our complete guide to Charleston for more ideas. Also consider taking the train south to Savannah for a day trip!