25 Fun Things to Do in Charleston with Kids 2025
Charleston is an amazing city with lots to do. The city is popular in terms of its history, restaurants, and bar scene. But you have kids and need to find things to do with them as well. What to do? Have no fear, there are plenty of things to do in Charleston with kids.
Lots of families love to visit Charleston, and I am asked a lot about things to do in Charleston with kids. I have made a list of activities that families can do together while still taking in everything that is Charleston. Your kids will have a blast, and I am sure you will too. You will wear them out in time for you to enjoy Charleston at night for yourselves.
The majority of events are year-round with a few seasonal items put in. I guarantee a great time for your whole family.
Outdoor things to do in Charleston with kids
Bright and sunny Charleston. This city was made to be enjoyed outside. Seems like no matter how hot it gets, everyone wants to be outside enjoying the amazing city. Charleston averages 230 sunny days a year making it a perfect outdoor city to explore.
1. Charleston Riverdogs
Location: 360 Fishburne St. Charleston, SC 29403
Hours of operation: depending on the games
Admission: Tickets are available at the box office online
The Charleston Riverdogs are a Low-A Affiliate minor league team for the Tampa Bay Rays. They play their home games at Joe Riley Jr Park in Charleston, SC. The park was built in 1997 and seats 6,000.
Enjoy great nights out with family on Thirsty Thursdays or bring your dog to the park nights. Bill Murray has part-ownership of the team and likes to attend some games. You might get lucky and see the Charleston celebrity.
Since this is a seasonal thing, take time to check the website for local games and ticket prices. Ball games are a classic tradition, making this an absolute kid friendly activity.
2. Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum
Location: 40 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Hours of operation: Hours vary depending on the season (look at the website)
Admission:
- Adults (ages 12+) – $27
- Seniors (ages 62+) – $19
- Children (ages 6 – 11) – $16
- Children under 6 – Free
- Active Duty/Retired Military (ID required) – $19
- Active Duty Military in Uniform – Free
- Veterans/Teachers/First Responders – $21
Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum is an amazing place to walk in the steps of the heroes of our military family. First, to tour, the USS Yorktown, which is an Essex Class Aircraft Carrier that served from 1943 to 1970. You can tour many decks and different parts of the ship. You can see the main engineering, mess hall, quarters, ammo rooms, the flight deck which holds 28 naval aircraft, and the bridge.
After the USS Yorktown, make your way to the destroyer, USS Laffey. The Laffey served from 1944 to 1975. This is “The Ship That Would Not Die”, getting this nickname from uses in the D-Day Invasion and The Battle of Okinawa.
Next, you will want to make your way to the Vietnam Experience. This area is built like a USMC Artillery Firebase. There are 4 helicopters in the exhibit to view.
Kids will have a blast learning about America’s past through the military. There is even a plane to sit on! You will see plenty of great American history. This is definitely one of the best things to do in Charleston with kids.
3. The Charleston Farmers Market
Location: 329 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29403
Hours of operation: March – November only on Saturdays from 8 am – 2 pm
Admission: Free
The Charleston Farmers Market takes place in Marion Square in the heart of downtown Charleston. The Charleston Farmers Market is filled locally by Lowcountry farmers and you can buy from locally owned businesses that have prepared/packaged food.
You will see artisans, crafters, and live performers with community groups and activities. The variety of local produce, plants, herbs, and local breakfast and lunch vendors will help you fall in love with Charleston.
The weather is usually amazing in Charleston, kids and family will love the outdoor time while tasting Charleston through its own local people.
4. Splash Zone Water Park
Location: 871 Riverland Dr. Charleston, SC 29412 (James Island Park)
Hours of operation: Seasonal hours (Check website)
Admission:
- General Admission: $13.99 per person
- Under 48″ tall – $11.99
- Seniors (ages 60+) – $8.99
- Children 2 and under – Free
Splash Zone Water Park at James Island Park is the perfect answer for those with kids. This is one of the perfect things to do in Charleston with kids. This is the best way to beat the Charleston summer heat when you have kids.
The water park features a 200-foot tube slide, a 200-foot open slide, and a rainforest play structure for the kids. For those of you “older” kids, the park has a 500-foot lazy river and leisure pool. Plenty to do for kids of all ages on a hot Charleston weekend.
5. Magnolia Gardens
Location: 3550 Ashley River Rd. Charleston, SC 29414
Hours of operation: Open every day 9 am – 5 pm
Admission:
- Adults – $29
- Kids (ages 6 – 12) – $15
- Kids 5 and under – Free
- All ages except kids under 5 – $10 each for Historic House, Nature Tram, Nature Boat, and Audubon Swamp
Arriving from Barbados to Charles Towne, Thomas Drayton and his wife, Ann established Magnolia Plantation in 1676. Thomas and Ann were the first owners of the plantation. This would lead to 15 generations and 300 years later to still having the plantation in the family. Magnolia Plantation was originally a rice plantation.
It used African American slaves to work the rice fields. These African American slaves helped start and spread the Gullah culture in The Low Country.
In the 1840s, Reverend John Grimke-Drayton inherited the plantation and transformed it into the gardens that it is famous for today. He wanted to create romantic gardens for his wife, Julia. It’s said that John was the first to introduce Azaleas to America.
The plantation house burned down during The Civil War. The gardens opened to the public in 1870. They included many parts to see such as Barbados Tropical Garden, Camellia Collection, Cypress Lake, Flowerdale, The Long Bridge, Swamp Garden, and many more!
The slave cabins that are on the grounds are used in The Slavery to Freedom tour. They have been restored and preserved. Each cabin represents a different time period in history from slavery to freedom.
Magnolia Plantation is famously used as the background to many weddings today. You will find endless paths to walk around with the kids, learning and getting lost in the gardens. It is the most visited plantation in Charleston.
6. Boone Hall Plantation
Location: 1235 Long Point Rd. Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Hours of operation: Monday – Saturday – 9 am – 5 pm and Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm
Admission:
- Adults – $26
- Seniors, Military, and AAA – $23
- Children (ages 6 – 12) – $12
- Children 5 and under – Free
Arriving in 1672, Major John Boone was one of the first settlers in the Colony of South Carolina. He received the Boone Hall Plantation as a wedding gift in 1681 from his father-in-law. John Boone and his wife are ancestors of future Founding Fathers, Edward Rutledge, and John Rutledge.
The son of Major John Boone planted the iconic oak trees in 1742 in an evenly spaced layout. This created the famous look for the southern plantation. Boone Hall Plantation is one of America’s oldest plantations that is actually still in operation producing agriculture!
Sitting on an area of 738 acres, Boone Hall Plantation grounds have seasonal crop fields, as well as creeks, ponds, and wetlands to see. Among the beautiful nature here, make sure to check out the ground’s featured exhibits.
First, make sure you take a tour of the house, where the guide will explain the full architecture and history of the house.
Secondly, head outside and experience Gullah culture by watching presentations about this amazing culture. The Gullah are African Americans who are descendants of slaves of The Low Country, with their unique language, stories, and culture. Third, the history of the daily life of slaves that worked the land of the plantation including 9 slave houses.
Finally, there are many more activities to see including tours on the grounds which makes this a gem for plantations near Charleston SC.
7. Charles Towne Landing
Location: 1500 Old Towne Rd. Charleston, SC 29407
Hours of operation: Every day 9 am – 5 pm
Admission:
- Adult – $12
- South Carolina Senior – $7.50
- Youth (ages 6 – 15) – $7
- Children 5 and under – Free
The birthplace of the Carolina Colony, this spot is where English settlers first landed in 1670. Charles Towne Landing starts with the earliest accounts of settlement and colonial history.
The location is a park, on a marshy point, on the banks of the Ashley River. First, you enter the visitor center, there is a museum to walk through. The museum walks you through the history of the settling and founding of Charles Towne.
After the museum, you head outside to walk the history trail. Once on this 6-mile trail, there are numerous things to see. First, active archeologists working on the grounds will be happy to talk to you. Secondly, there is a 17th-century replica sailing ship, the Adventure.
Third, there is a zoo that holds North American animals that the Charles Towne settlers would have encountered. Finally, visit the Legare-Waring House, an authentic southern charm and a hot spot for weddings.
8. Beaches
There are many beach options around the Charleston, South Carolina area. The 3 most popular ones are the easiest to get to. The areas have plenty to do besides taking in the sun and surf. You will notice that these Charleston beaches make you feel like you are in an entirely different place.
There is almost no better way to spend a day than being at a beach, especially with kids. Spend hours building sandcastles, playing in the surf, or laying out in the sun. How can you not agree that beaches are great things to do in Charleston with kids?
These are the three beaches to go to. Click on the names to get information on beach rules and directions.
9. Pirates of Charleston – Pirate Cruise
Location: 56 Ashley Point Dr. Charleston, SC 29407
Hours of operation: Check the website for availability
Admission:
- Adult – $35
- Child – $35
- Infant – $10
Pirates of Charleston is an absolute adventure for your kids. Your kids are going to love this pirate cruise. Kids will get inducted into the crew as real pirates. They will dress the part, learn how to speak like a pirate and learn pirate shanties.
The adventure takes an hour and a half. Kids will learn to read maps as they tour the Ashley River in search of a treasure key that was stolen by “Sneaky Pete”. They will get to shoot water cannons at him and recover the key to the treasure!
This is definitely one of the best things to do in Charleston with kids.
10. The Angel Oak Tree
Location: 3688 Angel Oak Rd. John’s Island, SC 29455
Hours of operation: Monday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm (Closed Wednesdays) and Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm
Admission: Free
The Angel Oak Tree is a southern live oak tree that is estimated to be between 400-500 years old. That makes it the oldest living tree east of the Mississippi River. The tree stands over 65ft tall and has a circumference of 28ft. It is free to visit the tree.
No picture does this tree justice. Standing in front of it is awe-inspiring. It has a great open space that the kids will love. No climbing is allowed. This is a true gem in Charleston SC.
11. Joe Riley Waterfront Park
Location: Concord St and Vendue Range
Hours of operation: 6 am – 10 pm
Admission: Free
As the name suggests, Joe Riley Waterfront Park sits on the water in downtown Charleston. This is one of the most picturesque places in Charleston.
The kids will love the long paths and dock out to the water. There are plenty of places to sit and relax. There are two great fountains in the park. One you will see will almost always have children playing it. It is a great way for the kids to cool down on a hot Charleston day. The second is Charleston’s famous Pineapple Fountain. You can not come to Charleston and not get a picture in front of it.
12. Coastal Expeditions Boat Tour
Location: 7 different locations based on where you want to go (Check website)
Hours of operation: Check the website for info on different tours
Admission: From $40 – $65 per person based on which tour
What a great way to spend the day with your kids. Out on the water exploring the water and wildlife of Charleston. Coastal Expeditions has 8 great kid-friendly tours. The majority of the tours include seeing dolphins and other wildlife.
You will have options of choosing boat tours, kayak tours, or boat and drop-off beach tours. All options that your kids will love. See a part of Charleston that a lot of people don’t see. The trips last from a few hours to a full-day adventure. This is one of my favorite things to do in Charleston.
13. Wild Blue Ropes Adventure Park
Location: 1595 Highland Ave. Charleston, SC 29412
Hours of operation: Seasonal – Check the website
Wild Blue Ropes Adventure Park has two courses for you to try. The Explorer’s Gateway Course is a one-hour course designed for new climbers. It has 7 obstacles that stand 15 feet in the air.
The Challenge Course is a two-hour course designed for the more experienced. There are three different levels of this course based on difficulty. It features 72 obstacles and stands up to 35 feet.
This will be a great afternoon to spend with your kids. A perfect family-building activity to do.
14. White Point Garden and The Battery
Location: 2 Murry Blvd. Charleston, SC 29401
Hours of operation: (White Point Garden) Every day 7 am – 9:30 pm (The Battery) 24 hours
Admission: Free
Walking The Battery is one of the best things to do in Charleston. On one side, you will have water, and on the other are glorious mansions. Lots of families walk on The Battery throughout the day. The flowers and trees on the walk are amazing to see.
Once you get to the point of the peninsula, you will get to White Point Garden. Take some time to walk around the park looking at the statues and enjoying the breeze off the water. White Point Garden is used for wedding photos. This is a great park for kids to run around in and discover a lot of Charleston’s history with the statues.
15. Cypress Gardens
Location: 3030 Cypress Gardens Rd. Moncks Corner, SC 29461
Hours of operation: Open every day – 9 am – 5 pm
Admission:
- Adult – $10
- 65+, 911, and Military – $6.50
- Children (ages 6 – 17) – $5
- Children (5 and under) – Free
The earliest known existence of Cypress Garden was in 1700. The plantation is mostly a black swamp with alligators and other wildlife. There are many trails to explore the area.
The kids will love the ability to take a boat out in the water and paddle around the area. You will be lucky to see alligators roaming the swamp area. The plantation holds an aquarium, a butterfly house, and an exotic bird closure too!
More than likely, you have seen this plantation before in many movies. Cold Mountain, North and South, The Notebook, The Patriot, and many more were shot at this plantation.
16. Charleston Adventure Forest
Location: 1152 Guerins Bridge Rd. Awendaw, SC 29429
Hours of operation: Tuesday – Thursday – 3 pm – 5:30 pm, Friday – Saturday – 8:30 am – 5 pm, and Sunday 12:30 pm – 5 pm (Hours do change based on the season. Check website)
Admission:
- Zip Line Canopy Tour – $89 per person (must be over 10 years old and at least 70lbs)
- Kids Zip Koala Course – $50 per kid (ages 5 – 10 and at least 40lbs)
Charleston Adventure Forest has two main courses, Kids Zip Koala Course and Zip Line Canopy Tour. The kid’s course is designed for your kids. The kids will have guides to help them in the course. There are two different zip line circuits. Between the zip lines, there are plenty of suspended wooden bridges. The entire kid’s course takes about 90 minutes.
The Zip Line Canopy Tour is a much more challenging course. This course takes about 90 min to 2 hours to complete. You will be 65 feet in the air, and deal with 7 zip lines, and many swinging bridges. The final zip line takes you on a 750-foot zip. When you and your kids are done, you both can challenge each other with the wall climb.
17. Ft. Sumter
Location: Bay of Charleston
Hours of operation: Check the website for tour times
Admission:
- Adults – $32
- Seniors/Active Military – $29
- Children (ages 4 -11) – $19
- Children under 3 – Free
South Carolina seceded from the Union on December 20th, 1860. U.S. Army Major Robert Anderson abandoned Fort Moultrie and moved his companies to the unfinished Fort Sumter 6 days later. The Union troops were now on a man-made island surrounded by The South Carolina Militia.
They were now in a state that is no longer part of the Union. When Anderson refused to surrender, Confederate batteries opened fire on the fort which lasted for 34 hours on April 12, 1861. On April 13th, the fort surrendered and was evacuated. This event ushered in the first battle of The American Civil War.
It is a strange feeling to stand in a place with such significance in Charleston and American History. To get there, you will need to take a ferry ride out to the island from Patriots Point. If you are lucky, you will be able to see dolphins swimming on the ride. The tour of the fort is amazing! While touring you get to see amazing things including cannonball that is still in the walls!
18. Charleston Aqua Park
Location: 3050 Marlin Rd. Johns Island, SC 29455
Hours of Operation: Opens Memorial Day – September 30th. Fridays – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM and Saturdays and Sundays – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Does change throughout spring and summer, check website)
Admission:
- Happy Hour – From $18 to $30 per person depending on the event.
- Ropes Course – Starting at $18 per person
- Aqua Park – Starting at $18 per person
Charleston Aqua Park is a perfect way to spend time with your family on hot Charleston days. The aqua park is on a small lake in Johns Island, which is a short drive from downtown Charleston.
You will book your event through the company’s website. It is broken down into 45-minute sessions on either the ropes course or the aqua park. I recommend booking two separate sessions so you can enjoy both activities. The ropes course is an over-the-water climbing adventure with three different difficulty levels. Their aqua park is a floating obstacle course that is fun and challenging.
If you are a resident in the area with kids, Charleston Aqua Park does summer camps as well. The summer camp runs from June 7th to August 22nd. They have half-day sessions and full-day sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. You can learn more about it on their website. Charleston Aqua Park also has corporate events for a great team-building activity.
Are you looking for a night out without the kids? Charleston Aqua Park hosts a couples’ night out to enjoy the fun with other adults. This will include both the ropes course and aqua park and a beverage.
19. Park Circle Playground
Location: Park Circle, North Charleston, SC, 29405
Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday – 7 am – 5:30 pm
The Park Circle Playground is a 55,000-square-foot playground that makes it the world’s largest inclusive playground. This park opened in November of 2023 and this is a kid’s dream playground. Park Circle Playground is a free playground for all kids to enjoy.
You will find free parking, great bathrooms, and picnic tables to use at the park. Kids can enjoy all types of things to play on, including rope swings, zip lines, a ninja warrior training course, and so much more. The ground is soft and sponge-like to allow those in wheelchairs to get around easily.
Take your kids and let them run off some of their energy while having the best time ever playing on everything!
Indoor things to do in Charleston with kids
Even though Charleston is made to be an outdoor city, there are times you will want to be indoors. Charleston does get rainy days, though it isn’t too often. The pop-up afternoon thunderstorm is more likely or the heat of the day has hit you hard. When these happen, you will be happy to escape indoors with your kids to explore.
20. The Charleston Museum
Location: 360 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29403
Hours of operation: Monday – Saturday – 9 am – 5 pm and Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm
Admission:
- Adult – $12
- Youth (ages 13 – 17) – $10
- Child (ages 3 – 12) – $5
- 2 and under – Free
America’s first museum, The Charleston Museum was founded in 1773. The museum first opened to the public in 1824, though it was temporarily closed during the Civil War. The museum’s current location in Charleston was completed in 1980.
There are lots of great exhibits to see and learn about. Start out with Lowcountry History. Learn about the Native Americans that inhabited the area, the colonists, the enslaved African Americans, and the wars that impacted the area. Next, head over to Becoming Americans, how Charleston had an important role in the Revolutionary War to become an independent nation.
After that, the Bunting Natural History Gallery tells the story of the history of the Lowcountry. After that, City Under Siege goes over the history of Charleston during the Civil War. Finally, there are more exhibits to walk through and continue to learn the history of Charleston and the surrounding area.
21. The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry
Location: 25 Ann St. Charleston, SC 29403
Hours of operation: Thursday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm and Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm
Admission: All – $15 (except under 1 is free)
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry is perfect for kids. It is a nonprofit organization founded in 2003. The Children’s Museum location is in the heart of Charleston’s downtown. Kids can play on a pirate ship and race boats down rapids. The museum is as hands-on as you can imagine.
The staff is accommodating and really takes pride in teaching and helping kids. There is an art center for families to create works of art together. This is such an excellent place for family bonding. This is one of my favorite things to do in Charleston with kids.
The museum has an exhibit made specifically for kids. Kidstory is a hands-on exhibit for kids to study and explore the history of Charleston from examining creatures under a microscope to pirates. The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry is truly one of the best places to take your child.
22. The Fire Museum
Location: 4975 Center Pointe Dr. North Charleston, SC 29418
Hours of operation: Tuesday – Friday – 10 am – 4 pm and Saturday 10 am – 3 pm
Admission:
- Adults (ages 12 and up) – $6
- Children under 12 – Free
The North Charleston Fire Museum has the largest collection of professionally restored American LaFrance fire apparatus in the United States. They have over 20 vehicles that date as far back as the 1780s. Every piece of equipment that they have still works and can fight fires if need be.
They have plenty of items for children to participate in. This is a great place for those who love firefighter history. Kids of all ages will enjoy exploring the history of vehicles in this museum.
23. The Best Friend Train Museum
Location: 23 Ann St. Charleston, SC 29403
Hours of operation: Monday – Friday 10 am – 2 pm
Admission: Free
In the 1820s, settlements in Charleston started to move more inland. Commerce was in decline and merchants were looking for new ways to expand the economy. Railroads were starting to pop up in Europe and the concept came to The United States.
In 1827, Charleston merchants persuaded the state to create the “South Carolina Canal and Rail Road Company”. They were looking to connect Charleston to inland markets and canals to go between the Ashley and Savannah Rivers.
The “Best Friend of Charleston” was a train that arrived in Charleston in 1830. “Best Friend of Charleston” made its first trip on Christmas Day in 1830. It was the first steam locomotive to have regularly scheduled passenger service in The United States. The train ran along six miles of wood and metal rails.
With the help of the “Best Friend of Charleston”, the economy prospered in Charleston. The rail system exploded and there were 6 locomotives in the area within three years. Sadly, an explosion happened and destroyed the “Best Friend of Charleston”. At the museum, you will see a replica of the train that changed America.
24. Crush Yard
Location: 3365 S. Morgans Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Hours of operation: Pickleball – 11 am – 10 pm, Restaurant – Monday and Wednesday – 4 pm – 9 pm and Tuesday, Friday – Sunday – 12 pm – 9 pm, Brunch Buffet – Saturday and Sunday – 10 am – 12 pm
Admission: Free to enter but prices vary and what you plan to do
Are you and your kids fans of pickleball? If so, Crush Yard is the place to go for your family. There is something here for every member of the family if they are into pickleball or not.
Crush Yard has 8 indoor pickleball courts, a restaurant, a gourmet kitchen, 36 beers on tap, curated wines and cocktails, a large event space, and an arcade. Spend an afternoon working up an appetite playing pickball and relaxing with a great lunch or dinner.
Pickleball is the central figure at Crush Yard. You will be able to take classes and lessons if you want to become seriously great at pickleball. Join a league and have a blast playing every week. For kids, they can join great summer camps and even have a birthday party hosted by Crush Yard.
25. South Carolina Aquarium
Location: 100 Aquarium Wharf Charleston, SC 29401
Hours of operation: Every day 9 am – 5 pm
Admission:
- Adult (ages 13+) – $29.95
- Child (ages 3 – 12) – $22.95
- Toddler (ages 2 and under) – Free
The South Carolina Aquarium is a great place to spend the afternoon with kids. The aquarium has a lot to do with great educational fun. Kids will have a blast interacting with the exhibits. Be it a hot day or hiding from a late-day thunderstorm, The South Carolina Aquarium is a great experience for your kids.
Get ready to see plenty of animals. The aquarium hosts over 5,000 different animals. One of the exhibits that kids love is the Touch Tank. Here you get to touch hermit crabs, whelk, sea urchins, horseshoe crabs, and many more! One of my favorites is Caretta, a 220-pound loggerhead sea turtle.
Your kids will agree that this is one of the best things to do in Charleston with kids.
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Is Charleston a good place to visit with kids?
Charleston is a great city with lots of things to do with kids. There is a rich history in Charleston for parents and kids to explore and learn together. There are places inside and outside to have fun. I do suggest having plenty of water, snacks, and comfortable shoes for the kids to last all day.
Charleston is and can be a very hot place for those who are not used to it. Keeping your kids cool is a big key while visiting Charleston with kids. You will see that everyone is friendly and that your kids will be loved in Charleston.
Where to stay in Charleston with kids
The one thing about coming to a largely visited city, is there are many choices on where to stay with lots of options. I am going to give you a recommendation for a hotel downtown and one just outside of it.
- Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Historic District
This Courtyard is in a great location for many things on this list. You will be within walking distance of Marion Square and a block off King Street. You are not far away from the Historic District of Charleston.
This is a perfect centralized location without paying for prices of the historic downtown hotel prices. When you have kids, it is always great to try to save some money when you can in places to stay.
- Holiday Inn Charleston-Riverview
This Holiday Inn is in a great location close to downtown Charleston. The hotel is on the Ashley River just across from the peninsula of Charleston. Your kids will love the view and watching boats in the river and harbor.
Getting a rideshare from this location to anywhere downtown is very easy and not expensive. This is one of the best locations to get to Folly Beach and downtown. Your whole family will love staying on the water.
Getting around Charleston with kids
One of the best things about Charleston is that it is a very walkable city. If you do get tired, which happens a lot in the heat, there are plenty of options to get around the city.
Some of my favorite ways are:
- Horse and Carriage – There are tours throughout Charleston with these. Click the link to get an awesome deal.
- Rickshaw – Downtown has a lot of rickshaws that would love to take you and your kids all over.
- Rideshare – There are always plenty of rideshare options throughout Charleston.
Where to eat and drink in Charleston with kids
Charleston is a culinary hot spot in the United States. But not every place is a great place for a kid. Walking around the city, you will notice lots of food stands, ice cream shops, candy stores, and other great variety stores.
A few of my favorite kid-friendly restaurants:
You will see that there are so many places to choose from. I feel these three are great places to start for your family that are kid-friendly.
So there are plenty of things to do in Charleston with kids
As you can see, Charleston has a lot of great things for you to do with your kids. While you do these, you will still have plenty to do for yourself on these adventures. I hope that you enjoy the trip with your kids with this list of things to do in Charleston with kids. Your kids will love making these memories with your family. Feel free to let me know when you have done any of these things to do in Charleston with kids.
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