 #1 - Charleston's Angel Oak Tree
Don't miss gazing in wonder at the Angel Oak Tree. Located on Johns Island, adjacent to peninsular Charleston, the Angel Oak is an estimated 1500 years old. Its giant historic branches crawl along the ground creating a diameter of 160 feet. It stands 65 feet high and has a circumference of 25 feet. Spring and summer see many art and music events occur under the great tree. |
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 #2 - Citadel Military College's Dress Parade
Kids delight in the pomp and circumstance of historic Citadel Military College's Friday Dress Parades when college is in session. A formal military showing with rifles, swords and patriotic band music, the parades usually take place in the afternoon. It is most inspiring to see and to visit the Citadel Museum, chronicling the lives of many of the Military Academy's notable graduates. |
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 #3 - Charleston's Irvin House Vineyards
A daytrip to Irvin House Vineyards — on the sea island of Wadmalaw, 25 minutes from downtown Charleston and close to Kiawah and Seabrook Islands — is pure fun. Free tours are offered on Saturdays at 2:00 pm every month except January. Sweet, fruity muscadine grapes are grown, and five varieties of wine are bottled on this 48-acre winery. For only $2.50 you can sample all five! |
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#4 - Farmer's Market in Charleston's Marion Square
Charleston's Farmer's Market is open on Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., April through December. Located on Marion Square in the heart of downtown Charleston at the corner of King and Calhoun Streets, it is a feast for the senses. Browse colorful fresh produce, flowers and herbs while listening to live entertainment. Often, local artisans peddle their crafts and vendors offer free food samples. |
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 #5 - Waterfront Park in Historic Charleston
Strolling Charleston's Waterfront Park is picturesque. The hospitality symbol of Charleston — the pineapple — welcomes you in the form of a beautiful fountain. Saunter along the bluestone harborfront pathways on a sizzling summer day and you will see children cooling off in another fountain designed for frolicking. The waterfront pier offers lazy swings from which to muse. |
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