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20 Top-Rated Attractions in South Carolina to Explore

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20 Top-Rated Attractions in South Carolina to Explore

Introduction - In addition to its natural beauty, South Carolina is famous for its role in the country's colonial past and its...

 

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

Attraction 1 - The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge is one of the most popular landmarks in South Carolina. It allows visitors to see...

 

Ninety Six National Historic Site

Attraction 2 - In colonial times, the western mountains of South Carolina were the frontier of European settlements. This well-preserved site shows what...

 

Lake Murray

Attraction 3 - Lake Murray was created by the construction of the Saluda Dam from 1927-1930. Today, it's a hotbed of watersports and...

 

Rainbow Row

Attraction 4 - Along the waterfront in Charleston, a stunning row of brightly colored colonial homes will have you reaching for your camera...

 

The Blue Ridge Mountains

Attraction 5 - The Blue Ridge Mountains run for 550 miles from Pennsylvania to Georgia, cutting through the northwestern corner of South Carolina...

 

Congaree National Park

Attraction 6 - The old-growth forests of Congaree, a national park on the East Coast of the US, are home to an astounding...

 

Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum

Attraction 7 - This military museum is one of the best historical sites in South Carolina and takes visitors through retired naval vessels...

 

Harbour Town Lighthouse

Attraction 8 - The red-and-white-striped Harbour Town Lighthouse is an iconic welcome for travelers arriving by sea to Hilton Head Island. While still...

 

Hunting Island State Park

Attraction 9 - Over a million people every year make their way to Hunting Island State Park, and it's easy to see why...

 

Charleston Historic District

Attraction 10 - Charleston, South Carolina, is one of the oldest cities in the United States, dating back to the European settlement of...

 

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