Even though our ultimate passion is designing top quality marine accessories, we have an immense devotion to our city— Charleston. Charleston is where the LaPorte vision came to life and is a city filled with beauty, history, and culture. From the sandy beaches, to the downtown hangs, we promise you’re sure to love the Holy City as much as we do. If you have plans to visit our city in the near future, be sure to check out some of our recommendations below. We went around and surveyed our team to see what their favorite spots are. From lodging, to meals, to activities, check out some of these must do’s in Charleston. 

 

WHERE TO STAY

From hotels, to Airbnbs, you have plenty of lodging options for your stay. The beauty of our Charleston hotels is most of them feature a rooftop or a fantastic view of the city and water. 

 

Waterfront hotels:

• Harborview Inn
• Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah
• Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Rooftop hotels:

• Market Pavilion Hotel
• The Dewberry
• Hotel Bennett

BEST PLACES TO EAT

There are so many great places to dine at when you’re visiting Charleston. Whether you’re in the mood for fresh seafood, steak, or our famous southern cuisine, you’re in for a treat wherever you end up.

Southern cuisine:

• Husk
• Eli’s Table
• Poogan’s Porch

Fresh seafood:

• 167 Raw
• Amen Street Raw Bar
• Hank’s 

Steak:

• Halls Chophouse
• Oak Steakhouse
• Burwell’s 

MUST-SEE SIGHTS

When visiting Charleston, there are so many must-do activities. From gorgeous beaches, to historic plantations, you’re sure to find something for the entire family on both land and water!

Exploring on water

• Boat tour through harbor- check out Charleston Sailing Adventures and Charleston Harbor Tours to catch a view of the city unlike any other, as well as marine life
• Fishing charters- talk to our friends over at Penalty Box Fishing for an awesome offshore or bottom fishing experience
• Hit the beach- Folly Beach, Isle of Palms, and Sullivan’s Island are all great beaches that feature waterfront dining, great shops, and a fun nightlife
• Aquarium- the South Carolina aquarium has recently undergone major updates and many exhibits have been added, making this a must! You’ll find a turtle rescue center, a massive fish tank, and a touch station  

Exploring on land

• Historic Plantations- Magnolia Gardens and Middleton Place are among the most popular plantations in the area. Besides the beautiful gardens, you’ll find horse stables, and fine dining
• Shopping on King Street- Charleston has endless shopping opportunities. Whether you’re wanting to shop big name brands or local boutiques, you’re in the right spot
• City Market- Our market is unique and unlike any other. Here you’ll find local artists and business owners selling sweetgrass baskets, clothing, art, and much more
• Hit the course- Charleston has many golf courses that feature waterfront views. Patriots Point and The Harbor Course at Wild Dunes feature beautiful greens and views

 

Charleston holds a special place in our hearts and we hope you love it just as much as we do! Stop by and see us at LaPorte if you’re in the area!