Historic Downtown Travel Guide
Beaufort
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Spanish Moss Trail
You can take time to visit Spanish Moss Trail during your travels to Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Sanctuary Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Beaufort at Sanctuary Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Ocean Creek
Enjoy a round of golf in Laurel Bay at Ocean Creek. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
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.
Things to do
History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart
Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort
Guided Historical Bus and Boat Cruise Tour in Beaufort
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Best Western Sea Island Inn
Easy check in process, staff was very friendly. Breakfast options were good. Fantastic location!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
I had to complain about dinner at the bar, I was only one of three people sitting at the bar, but I could not get the attention of the bartender and when I asked for something I had to wait for longer than I should. I was reimbursed $50 for that. So the counter people were very accommodating. I also ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
The pool and beach were beautiful. I do feel the rooms need a little face-lift, like repainting the doors and maybe up dating the bathrooms. Food was excellent! But the menu was small. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely go back.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Hilton Head
Very good breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head
Room was nice and clean. I travel with my small dog and the staff was great.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Bluffton / Hilton Head Hotel
Perfect!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown
Downtown Beaufort
While visiting Downtown Beaufort, you might make a stop by sights like Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street.
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.
Historic District
While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.
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 Point
While visiting The Point, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and USCB Center for the Arts.
The Old Point
If you're spending some time in The Old Point, Bay Street and Thomas Hepworth House are top sights worth seeing.