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Charleston Visitor Reception and Transportation Center 853-8000 375 Meeting Street, Charleston
Conveniently located in the heart of Charleston’s historic railroad district, the Charleston Visitor Reception and Transportation Center is a beautifully restored 1857 railroad warehouse. Offering a variety of interesting exhibits, as well as Forever Charleston, a slide show about the city’s history, the Center is the perfect place to begin any exploration of Charleston. Maps, brochures and books are available for the adventurous. Ample parking is available, allowing visitors to connect with a tour or the Downtown Area Shuttle. Tickets for events and attractions are also on sale. The Center is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) offers transportation throughout historic district. Visitors can park at Visitor Center, 375 Meeting St., or at any city-owned parking garage while they ride. Single rides $1.00 (exact change required), multiple day passes also available. Other city bus routes available at the CARTA Web site.
Maps, schedules at Visitor Center
375 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7420
www.ridecarta.com
Frances R. Edmunds Center for Historic Preservation 724-8484
108 Meeting Street, Charleston
For visitors wanting to take a deeper look into Charleston culture and architecture, the Frances R. Edmunds Center for Historic Preservation is the place to go. The Center’s friendly staff can answer questions and direct visitors to places of interest. Books and reference materials relating to preservation and restoration are available, as well as tickets to Historic Charleston Foundation’s Nathaniel Russell House and Middleton Place Foundation’s Edmondston-Alston House. The Center is open Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The Preservation Society of Charleston
722-4630
147 King Street, Charleston
One of the nation’s premiere preservation organizations, The Preservation Society of Charleston offers information at its bookstore and visitor center in downtown Charleston. Of special interest is the society’s Annual Fall Candlelight Tours of Homes and Gardens, which run annually from the end of September through October. Information and tickets to the event are available here. The Preservation Society of Charleston’s bookstore is open Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Voted Best Seafood Restaurant by the Charleston Courier and News. With both waterfront and deck dining, it is reported that Charleston Crab House is the perfect family spot.
Famous for fresh local fish & seafood, steaks, pastas, chicken, salads, cold beer, great wines and frozen tropical drinks. Daily specials. Southern seafood, sensible prices and a darn good time! Three locations; Historic District, James Island and Mount Pleasant.
Whether you are interested in coming to the Lowcountry for a short stay or looking to make the Charleston area and its surrounding beaches your home, Avocet Properties is the best resource to satisfy your real estate needs. A broad and diverse collection of vacation rentals assures flexibility when planning your visit. Competent, caring, and experienced - some of the qualities that you can count on from our entire staff of dedicated professionals.
Offering three decades of personalized attention in the South Carolina lowcountry. Luxury real estate sales on Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, Johns Island, Wadmalaw and the surrounding Charleston area. A leader in luxury real estate sales and vacation rentals for almost three decades. Seasonal vacation rentals or year-round luxury properties for South Carolina coastal living. Highly personalized service, a true commitment to patient, comprehensive representation is our priority.
Conveniently located in the heart of Charleston’s historic railroad district, the Charleston Visitor Reception and Transportation Center is a beautifully restored 1857 railroad warehouse. Offering a variety of interesting exhibits, as well as Forever Charleston, a slide show about the city’s history, the Center is the perfect place to begin any exploration of Charleston. Maps, brochures and books are available for the adventurous. Ample parking is available, allowing visitors to connect with a tour or the Downtown Area Shuttle. Tickets for events and attractions are also on sale. The Center is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Maps, schedules at Visitor Center
Voted Best Seafood Restaurant by the Charleston Courier and News. With both waterfront and deck dining, it is reported that Charleston Crab House is the perfect family spot.
Famous for fresh local fish & seafood, steaks, pastas, chicken, salads, cold beer, great wines and frozen tropical drinks. Daily specials. Southern seafood, sensible prices and a darn good time! Three locations; Historic District, James Island and Mount Pleasant.
Whether you are interested in coming to the Lowcountry for a short stay or looking to make the Charleston area and its surrounding beaches your home, Avocet Properties is the best resource to satisfy your real estate needs. A broad and diverse collection of vacation rentals assures flexibility when planning your visit. Competent, caring, and experienced - some of the qualities that you can count on from our entire staff of dedicated professionals. 
Offering three decades of personalized attention in the South Carolina lowcountry. Luxury real estate sales on Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, Johns Island, Wadmalaw and the surrounding Charleston area. A leader in luxury real estate sales and vacation rentals for almost three decades. Seasonal vacation rentals or year-round luxury properties for South Carolina coastal living. Highly personalized service, a true commitment to patient, comprehensive representation is our priority.
