Things to Do
Things to do in South Carolina, organized by what you want: outdoors and hiking, food and drink, family days, quieter historic sites, free options, legends, itineraries and moving here. Every page links to its sources, shows hours and costs as the operator publishes them, and says what we could not confirm.
- Guides56on this section
- Itineraries6day by day
- Legends21with sources
- CheckedOct 262026
- TrailsOutdoors and HikingWaterfalls, trails, paddling, camping and fishing licenses.→
- EatFood and DrinkBarbecue by sauce region, shrimp and grits, boiled peanuts, peaches.→
- KidsFamily GuidesRainy-day picks, state parks for kids and what children pay.→
- QuietHidden GemsQuieter historic sites and recreation areas.→
- FreeFree Things to DoNo ticket needed, as the operators state.→
- LoreSouth Carolina LegendsStories people tell, and what named sources say is true.→
- TripsItinerariesDay-by-day trip plans with a trip kit.→
- LiveLiving in South CarolinaCost of living, moving, where to live, retiring.→
Answers and Basics
- Q&ASouth Carolina Travel QuestionsStraight answers with sources.→
- GoVisitor Basics for South CarolinaAirports, roads, rules, safety.→
- LawSouth Carolina State SymbolsEvery official state symbol.→
- PackWhat to Pack for South CarolinaNOAA monthly weather.→
Looking For A Town?
Town guides, beaches and small towns, with parking and events.
New Guides
- NewSouth Carolina LandmarksFamous South Carolina landmarks, from Fort Sumter and the Angel Oak to Table→
- NewSouth Carolina AnswersSourced answers for South Carolina trips→
FAQ
What should I do first in South Carolina?
Pick by what you want: waterfalls and trails in the Upstate, history and food in Charleston, or the beaches. Itineraries give a day-by-day plan for each.
Are these pages ranked?
No. We do not rank restaurants or attractions. Each page lists what the operator or agency publishes.
Cite this page: It's South Carolina, “Things to Do in South Carolina”, itssouthcarolina.com/things-to-do/ (updated ). By the It's South Carolina editorial team. Free to quote with attribution and a link to this page; data and tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.