Historic Downtown Travel Guide

Beaufort

Historic Downtown
Historic Downtown
Historic Downtown
Historic Downtown
Photo by Keith Wood
Photo by Keith Wood

Popular places to visit

Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

Explore the great outdoors at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Bay Street

Bay Street

During your trip to Beaufort, you can enjoy retail therapy at Bay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Bay Street

John Mark Verdier House

You can find out about the history of Beaufort with a trip to John Mark Verdier House. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

John Mark Verdier House

Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort

Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort is just one of the places to see in Beaufort, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort

University of South Carolina-Beaufort

Explore the campus of University of South Carolina-Beaufort during your trip to Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

University of South Carolina-Beaufort

Beaufort National Cemetery

You can find out about the history of Beaufort with a trip to Beaufort National Cemetery. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Beaufort National Cemetery

Things to do

Tour leaves from the benches at the entrance to Waterfront Park. Park at the downtown marina

History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart

£24
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart
Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart

Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart

£29
per adult
Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart
Walking Tour in Beaufort

Walking Tour in Beaufort

£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walking Tour in Beaufort
Hilton Head Island: Round-Trip Daufuskie Island Ferry

Hilton Head Island: Round-Trip Daufuskie Island Ferry

£31
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Hilton Head Island: Round-Trip Daufuskie Island Ferry
Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Nature Cruise

Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Nature Cruise

£31
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Nature Cruise
Picture 7 for Activity Hilton Head Island: Disappearing Island and Dolphin Tour

Hilton Head Island: Disappearing Island and Dolphin Tour

£41
per adult
Hilton Head Island: Disappearing Island and Dolphin Tour
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown

Best Western Sea Island Inn

Best Western Sea Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
1015 Bay St, Beaufort, SC
The price is £113 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£113
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Beaufort. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (991 reviews)
"Great stay, located in the perfect spot. Only concern was our door framw was a little cracked, and the door took a lot of pressure to close. We understand this happens with expansion in the heat, but coming back to the door unlocked and partially opened was a little scary. Upstairs vending area was ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Best Western Sea Island Inn
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

4.5 out of 5
1 Hotel Circle, Hilton Head Island, SC
The price is £159 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£159
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,293 reviews)
"The buffet breakfast was delicious and reasonably priced. All staff were courteous and attentive.The room was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2 Grasslawn Ave, Hilton Head Island, SC
The price is £150 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£150
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"We stayed at The Westin Hilton Head Resort for an extended weekend to celebrate our 20th anniversary, and it was wonderful from start to finish. The resort is beautifully appointed, and everything we enjoyed at the on-site restaurants was absolutely delicious. Our room was clean, comfortable, and ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Hotel Carolina, a Days Inn by Wyndham

Hotel Carolina, a Days Inn by Wyndham

2 out of 5
9 Marina Side Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC
The price is £65 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£65
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent staff, very clean and close to all attractions. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Hotel Carolina, a Days Inn by Wyndham
Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head

Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head

3 out of 5
1575 Fording Island Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC
The price is £89 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£89
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Room with a view!
"Room with a view over the marshes and waterways. Breakfast not included which was unusual, however we splurged and the variety of offerings were excellent. Only 1 coffee pod in room, but 3 teas!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head
Holiday Inn Express Bluffton at Hilton Head Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bluffton at Hilton Head Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
35 Bluffton Rd, Bluffton, SC
The price is £85 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£85
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bluffton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Location, professionalism and friendly environment! Very nice location and close to everything needed! Room was comfortable and clean"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Bluffton at Hilton Head Area by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown

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Downtown Beaufort

While visiting Downtown Beaufort, you might make a stop by sights like Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street.

Downtown Beaufort
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The Bluff

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bluff and surrounding area, you can visit Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street.

The Bluff
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Historic District

While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.

Historic District
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The Old Commons

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Old Commons and surrounding area, you can visit Bay Street and Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.

The Old Commons
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The Point

While visiting The Point, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and USCB Center for the Arts.

The Point
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The Old Point

If you're spending some time in The Old Point, Bay Street and Thomas Hepworth House are top sights worth seeing.

The Old Point

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