Charleston, SC is know for it's Southern culture and for being the location of the 1st shot of the Civil War.
However, some may not know it was voted in the top 5 best cities in America 2 years in a roll by Travel and Leisure magazine.
If you're looking for a nice, quaint town to visit on a budget you might consider Charleston.
Begin by planning your trip around one of the many festivals of Charleston, and enjoy some of the free entertainment and art work they have to offer. A few of the festivals are: the Lowcountry Strawberry Festival, the MOJA Arts Festival, and the Piccolo Spoleto Festival.
See some of the historic sites in Charleston. Although the cost of the boat ride and tour of Fort Sumter are a little pricey, you can start your tour at the Education Center which has free admission.
Fort Moultrie is another fort from the Civil War days, but has an admission price of only $3.00. The Confederate Museum is also a great deal at only $5.00.
Consider some of the free historic sites which include: Fort Lamar Heritage Preserve, Magnolia Cemetery, the Citadel Museum, and the Battery. Historic paintings can also be viewed at City Hall for free.
To get a real bang for your buck, check out the Charles Towne Landing. The admission is only $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children and it includes: The Animal Forest - a 22-acre zoo, The Adventure - a 17th century trading ship, the Legore-Waring House, an experimental crop garden, bike trails, flower gardens and more!
And finally, don't forget some of the free attractions the city has to offer. These include: Kiawah Island, the Avery Museum, Rainbow Row and Waterfront Park, which is home to the famous Pineapple Fountain.
