Visit South Carolina

South Carolina is blessed with historic districts in former mill villages, small southern towns, especially Charleston, more than 200 miles of beaches and coastal highlights, and more than 380 golf courses to enjoy.

South Carolina was the first state to declare independence from the Union and it was here that first shot was fired. These 'glory days' are celebrated at plantations, museums, and monuments throughout the state.

Charleston, South Carolina, USA historic downtown cityscape

Luxury Charleston & Coast

12-day tailor-made itinerary from £4,300 pp incl. flights

From city sights to sun-kissed islands, discover the highlights of the South Carolina coast, where antebellum mansions, historic plantations and neoclassical architecture contrast with a sublime natural world.

Best of the Carolinas & Georgia

14-day tailor-made self-drive from £4,365 pp incl. flights

From atmospheric mountains to pristine beaches, discover a region off the beaten track where incredible natural beauty and vibrant cities set the scene for an unforgettable road trip.

Luxury Deep South and Florida

12-day tailor-made self-drive from £12,280 pp incl. flights

Showcase everything historic cities to island retreats on this coastal road trip, complete with luxury stays and private touring. Enjoy Southern lunches, spot nesting turtles and tour Miami's Art-Deco delights. It's the perfect introduction to South Carolina, Georgia and Florid

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Top places to stay in South Carolina

Montage Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton

Traditional hotel

This luxury resort is set in 20,000 acres of lush forests and wetlands and offers superb accommodation decorated in timeless Southern style. The award-winning resort encompasses an extensive nature reserve, walking trails, a vibrant village, marina, fantastic restaurants, a top-rated spa and a Jack

Charleston Place

Traditional hotel

Walking through the hotel’s wrought-iron gates, past its fountain and into its lobby – dominated by its twin staircases – you’ll be forgiven for thinking that, just like the rest of the city, the clock has been turned back.

Where to go in South Carolina

Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach is a seaside destination with 60 miles of soft, sandy beaches, amusement and water parks, live entertainment and nightlife, watersports, great golf courses, outlet malls and specialty boutiques, fresh water and deep sea fishing, and much more.

Hilton Head

Beautiful Hilton Head is an island oasis with a great personality. A popular boating, beach and golfing destination, the year-round temperate conditions make Hilton Head an ideal stop on any east coast itinerary.

Charleston

Charleston is one of the prettiest towns in the South, located on a peninsula between the Ashley and Cooper Rivers.

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South Carolina articles

Charming Charleston

There is something special, something alluring about Charleston, South Carolina. Perhaps it’s the 18th-century grandeur, the garden-lined charm of its antebellum houses or its spectacular surrounds of white-sand beaches and pristine barrier islands. It really is three destinations in one.

South Carolina: Cooking from the Old South and New

Over the years, South Carolina has won numerous awards for its stunning beaches, culturally rich cities, fabulous golf courses and fine hospitality - readers of Condé Nast Traveler just voted Charleston the 'No. 1 city in the United States' for the third consecutive year.