Rainy Day Itinerary

No need to worry - there are a multitude of fun things to do even when the weather isn't sunny. Whether you are in the mood to stay in or want to venture out, there is always something to do in and around Charleston!

These local boutique candles are made right here in Charleston! Just off Wentworth Street in downtown Charleston, Candlefish offers locally-made candles in over 100 fragrances. If you'd rather be hands-on, they can lead you and your best friends in making candles of your own! You also have the option to bring a bottle of your favorite wine or champagne and enjoy the total experience. 

You can sign up and view the workshop pricing HERE.

It's Charleston's only visual arts museum and houses the foremost collection of American art, which incorporates the history of Charleston. This beautiful museum has three entire floors, a gift shop, public tours, and artist talks to enjoy the next time you visit.

Enjoy seeing all the various exhibits and animals the aquarium has to offer! Appropriate for all ages, this would be an experience you won't forget.

Buy your tickets HERE.

Enjoy seeing all the various exhibits and animals the aquarium has to offer! Appropriate for all ages, this would be an experience you won't forget.

Create, Connect, Enjoy

Unleash your creativity at Charleston's newest walk-in craft space. Guests can enjoy self-guided crafts that rotate every day of the week or attend a workshop and learn something new! 

View their current 'craft menu' and workshop schedule HERE.

It won't come as a surprise that you can stumble upon the living history of Charleston at every turn, but the amount of high-quality museums and historical sites scattered throughout the city may shock you! One of our favorite rainy day activities is to visit a new museum or historical home and learn something new about our beloved Holy City. There are too many to name, but here are some of our (indoor) favorites:

Museums:

• The Charleston Museum
• The International African-American Museum
• Patriot's Point
• The Children's Museum of the Lowcountry 
• The Old Slave Mart Museum
• South Carolina Historical Society Museum
• North Charleston Fire Museum
• The Best Friend Train Museum

Historical Sites:

• The Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
• Heyward-Washington House
• Edmondston-Alston House
• Nathaniel Russell House
• Charles Towne Landing
• Joseph Manigault House
• Aiken-Rhett House

Planning to visit more than one? Many of Charleston's historical sites offer discounted tickets when you buy more than one! Learn more HERE.

Browse through our suggested list of Things to Do during your vacation to the Isle of Palms and Charleston area. If you need help deciding where to go, email or call our guest services team today! The team is made up of local experts who are dedicated to making personal recommendations based on your interests and can help answer any questions you have about the area! 

We look forward to having you on the island!