Off the beaten path · Charleston, United States

6 Hidden Gems in Charleston Most Visitors Miss

Places locals rate highly but that stay outside the usual top-ten lists. Each one earned its spot from real traveler reviews, not sponsorships.

Chosen from 14 tracked places in Charleston: highly rated, rarely crowded. Updated monthly.

  1. Meyer Vogl Gallery

    MuseumFree entry

    Located on Meeting Street in the heart of Charleston's historic district, Meyer Vogl Gallery is a bright, airy space dedicated to original contemporary art.

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  2. LePrince Fine Art Galleries

    MuseumFree entry

    Situated on King Street in the heart of Charleston's historic district, LePrince Fine Art Galleries occupies two adjoining spaces at 183 and 184 King Street.

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  3. Charleston Paddleboard Company

    Park & nature

    Charleston Paddleboard Company offers a gateway to the Lowcountry's beautiful waterways from a launch point in Charleston, South Carolina.

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  4. Cooper River Brewing Company

    SightFree entry

    Cooper River Brewing Company is a microbrewery located in the NoMo (North Morrison) area of Charleston, South Carolina.

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  5. Buxton Books

    MarketFree entry

    Buxton Books is a charming independent bookstore located on Charleston's famous King Street. The shop occupies a historic building with exposed brick walls and wooden shelves that create a cozy, inviting atmosphere.

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  6. Principle Gallery Charleston

    MuseumFree entry

    Principle Gallery Charleston occupies a prime corner spot at Meeting and Queen Streets, right next to Eli's Table and the Gibbes Museum of Art.

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