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 walkable 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.
Ocean Creek
Enjoy a round of golf in Laurel Bay at Ocean Creek. 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.
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
Hilton Head: Family Paddleboarding Adventure
Hilton Head Island: Ocean Dolphin Cruise
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Best Western Sea Island Inn
"Everything was clean, staff was nice & accommodating & the pool was nice just wish there were more lounge chairs"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
"The staff members were exceptional, the food was good and the room was clean. Beach access was a huge plus and I had everything I needed."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
"Excellent property. Excellent customer service. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head
"Inside the hotel didn't seem like Hilton Garden Hotel like others I've stayed at. Not as nice as the others."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Carolina
"Yes"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites Bluffton Hilton Head
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
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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.
