The Old Mart Museum -- History, Not "His-Story"…read more When we toured the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, we were offered the chance to double down on history -- prepay access to the Old Slave Mart Museum just a few blocks away. We took it. But first? Food. Because nothing says "processing 18th-century imprisonment" like realizing your blood sugar is tanking. After regrouping and refueling, we made our way to the Old Mart Museum. The lesson takes place upstairs -- smaller space, more intimate setting. No theatrics. No dramatics. Just truth. Our guide -- well-groomed, composed, clear-spoken -- absolutely killed it. No sensationalism. No softening. Just facts delivered with gravity. What he described was horrific. Human beings cataloged. Sold. Families separated. Lives reduced to transactions. It was hard to hear. But it was history -- not HIS-story. There's a difference. This wasn't about personal interpretation or modern spin. It was documented record. It was accountability. It was context. Charleston is beautiful. Charming. Architectural eye candy. But layered beneath that beauty is commerce that once depended on human suffering. And standing in that upstairs room, listening quietly, you feel that weight. We walked out quieter than we walked in. Some stops on this trip were fun. Some were adventurous. This one was necessary.

Wonderful time shopping and talking to vendors and other shoppers. We got some excellent loose-leaf…read moretea!

Visited: February 16, 2026…read more The Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon was the perfect blend of history and hustle. From the moment you step onto the grounds, you feel the weight of Charleston's past. Inside, the immersion begins immediately -- postcards, patches, and meaningful souvenirs that make it easy to bring a little history home for friends and family. The highlight, though, was the tour. Our guide was a jolly local with razor-sharp, dry Southern wit -- the kind of storyteller who can pivot from Revolutionary War imprisonment to a perfectly timed sarcastic aside without missing a beat. Equal parts charm and "bless your heart," she made centuries-old history feel present and personal. Down in the Provost Dungeon, those brick walls carry gravity. British occupation. Prisoners of war. Pirates passing through. It's one of those rare spaces where you instinctively lower your voice. You don't just learn history -- you feel it. History hit different here. If you appreciate immersive storytelling, preserved architecture, and a tour that balances education with personality, this is absolutely worth your time.

Fact: Provost Dungeon is older than our country!…read more The British originally owned it and used it as a commercial exchange and customs house. Also used as a post office, prison, and city hall, it is currently a museum. In addition, in 1788 South Carolina approved the US Constitution here. Yet another testament to the rich history of Charleston, Old Exchange, and Provost Dungeon a fascinating places to visit. Built in 1771, it has changed roles countless times: it was a British dungeon during the American Revolution, an elegant hall during George Washington's 1791 visit to Charleston, and a meeting place for the ratification of the Constitution, In 1780 the British occupied Charleston for two years and housed many prisoners in one large cell in this basement making it a provost, or dungeon. Because of the awful conditions here, disease was rampant due to crowding, and no bathroom facilities. Under these conditions, many people died while in prison here. This prison held all types of people, including American and British soldiers, private citizens, and slaves. The first and second floor of the building is home to a museum dedicated to the other uses of the Exchange Building. Fee: Admission to this historic building is only $12 for adults. For a small fee, a guided tour through the lower level and you can learn a lot from the guide.

Who doesn't enjoy watching recent (or sometimes cult) films in a small set of theaters. Want wine…read moreor beer to sip while watching, then this is the place. The seats are comfortable, the lobby can get just a bit crowded but not claustrophobic. Pick a movie from its website or on its lighted "awning" (as some call it) and you are certain to find something today, if not, then tomorrow as the films change sometimes every couple of days. I have seen and enjoyed here, every single time. Come here and ejnjoy. Down side? Looking for an extra couple of minutes to find a parking space out front or just start out back instead for sure parking.

Meet the Feebles, more 80s throwback films, more variety needed. Nice staff. More events with…read moreguests would boost attendance.

Had a wonderful hair cut here. Staff were all extremely nice. Dedicated surface lot--yes!…read moreRecommended!

I went on my honeymoon here and it was the best experience. I miss this place and have such good…read morememories. I can't wait to return, and look forward to coming back.

USS Laffey is closed for maintenance but no big deal since lots to see on Yorktown. I have now…read morebeen on all five aircraft carrier museums and Yorktown is a very close second to Midway and Intrepid which, IMO, are tied for best. Plenty of exhibits and planes to see. There are two guided tours available: Captain's and Admiral's Tours. These are just the names and have nothing to do with meeting Captains or Admirals. I purchased the Admiral's Tour and thought it was worth the $40. Great tour guide and we saw lots. I visited on Tuesday and Friday. I thoroughly enjoyed my time onboard. Admission also includes the Vietnam War Experience which I think is worth checking out.

I took a ghost tour on the USS Yorktown. The history and sites, incredible. The views at sunset up…read moreon the flight deck, absolutely breathtaking and such a memorable experience. This is a great spot if you enjoy learning about history.

A beautiful circa 1803 Charleston historic home. I've been here one other time around 2012, and…read morethis time around was better. The original staircase, molding and mantels are stunning. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and nice.

Another of the many historic homes in Charleston, owned by a wealthy "planter" (ie slaveowner)…read more Appropriate respect is paid to those who really ran the home, and the trials and tribulations they went thru. Best party is this house was the included guides tour. Our docent was so knowledgeable, and weaved interesting takes about life during that period, both for the slaveowners and the enslaved. Highly recommend!

The Public Art, Sungazer and Pils were phenomenal beers. One of my favorite breweries here in…read moreCharleston. Love the beer and the space here. Disappointed in the service. Brought a friend here to try the beer and they offered her to try the beers. She loves IPAs and tried two that didn't exactly jive with her taste buds. When she asked for a third, the servers snickered behind her back. Not a good look and didn't appreciate the disrespect. She ended up going with the third try. But the beer superseded the service lol and we'll be back. But...do better CTF

100% best brewery in the southeast!! In a league of their own. Why? The owner was head brewer at…read moreTrillium in Massachusetts (top three breweries in the state and one of the best in the country) and was also from Tired Hands (#1 in Pennsylvania hands down). Sungazer, Maser IPA, Karate Champ, Nitro, Fruits of the World, all outstanding. Fruits is the best sour I've ever had!! The Rt 17 location has a neat Filipino Fusion restaurant inside called Bok Choy Boy, also excellent. They have another property with a dog friendly beer garden. Beers on tap are available in 5, 10, or 16 oz. Prices are reasonable, way better than Trillium. Service for both the bar and restaurant were outstanding. My only complaint is they their swag sucks.

Traffic is very slight. Sunset is BEAUTIFUL!!…read moreOn our way for some mouthwatering BBQ. Hopefully LOL. The new BLU SMOKE PIT!! Family fun times with good eats

Beautiful designed bridge that connects Charleston to Mt. Pleasant. There's a walk path that goes…read morethe length of the bridge. Best part is no toll.

While IMPRESSIVE & MAJESTIC from the outside, the inside contains 100's of 1 of a kind treasures &…read more art pieces from the Ming Dynasty, thru Canton, the Wales from England etc. The history is classic Charleston ~ about the wealthy & how they lived and spent their time & . Always something to learn on these tours so well worth seeing. The gentleman and current owner has assembled quite an art gallery and actually lives on site which is rare a deserves huge praise for his care of the mansion & grounds. For me the insides were/are a chasm of stuff some interesting & some just odd, however I have a laymen's eye not the eye of a collector, & certainly not the pocket book.

Beautiful mansion with divine architecture and informative tour guide. Wish the rooms were not…read moreroped off but I love the display of art and artifacts!!! Beautifully collection! Definitely worth seeing!

This plantation gives a tour explicitly from the point of view of the enslaved people that lived…read morethere. They do not intend a light fluffy experience. They do not want you to walk away feeling light. Our tour guide had personal connections to six of the nine black people who were killed in 1990 by someone who had gone on this tour. The big house is not part of the tour, but you can walk it on your own, there is no furniture and you can only get to the main floor. You will get to look into the slave quarters. You'll get to pick a eucalyptus leaf off a tree and learn about the medicinal uses. You'll get to see the Cook house and hear about the slave children who had to bring the food from there to the big house. You'll learn about various people who lived there throughout the years and how their lives progress before and after their time at this plantation.

This is a great way to learn about the history of slaves and the civil war along with the history…read moreof this plot of land. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable.