10 TOP Things to Do in South Carolina August 2026

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Things to do

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

£38

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

£32

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

£41

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Polynesian Fire Luau and Dinner Show Ticket in Myrtle Beach

£51

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

£31

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

£47

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Walking Dead Escape Room in Myrtle Beach

£29

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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1. Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk is an oceanfront promenade with plenty of shops, restaurants and family entertainment. It runs for 1.2 miles (1.9 kilometers), providing excellent views of the Atlantic Ocean beyond the scenic beach. Stroll down the boardwalk with your family to get a sense of the fun ambiance in Myrtle Beach.

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2. Carowinds Theme Park

Set on the border of North and South Carolina, this park catches the winds from both Carolinas. You’ll certainly feel them as you’re soaring through the air on one of Carowinds’ many thrilling rides. The theme park boasts some of the tallest, fastest and longest roller coasters in the southeast. You can also ride the rapids, plunge down a 45-foot (14-meter) waterfall, or take a high-speed spin on the Windseeker.

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3. Broadway at the Beach

Broadway at the Beach is a sprawling, family-friendly entertainment center set around Lake Broadway.

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4. SkyWheel Myrtle Beach

Take flight on the SkyWheel Myrtle Beach and enjoy unbeatable views of the city and greater South Carolina coastline from one of 42 air-conditioned gondolas. The SkyWheel is one of the main attractions on the city’s 1.2-mile (1.9-kilometer)long Oceanfront Boardwalk and Promenade.

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5. College of Charleston

Be sure to look both ways before crossing the street during your visit to the College of Charleston. You may have to make way for a horse-drawn carriage. This stunning public liberal arts college is postcard-pretty and has a storied history, dating back to 1770.

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What to do in South Carolina

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Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (15,989 reviews)

Bring your family to this pleasant coastal avenue with excellent beaches, an entertainment district and lively piers with varied restaurants.

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Where to stay in South Carolina

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Cherry Grove Beach

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Cherry Grove Beach. A stop by Cherry Grove Beach or Ocean Drive Beach might round out your trip.

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Charleston Historic District

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Edisto Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and riverfront in Edisto Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Edisto Beach State Park or Plantation Course at Edisto.

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Sea Pines

While visiting Sea Pines, you might make a stop by sights like Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III and Harbour Town Golf Links.

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Downtown Charleston

Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.

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