Charleston, South Carolina is known for its southern charm featuring pastel antebellum houses, and horse-drawn carriages down cobblestone streets. Come for the cute and quaint vibe perfect for selfies, stay for the food scene.
Where to Stay in Charleston, South Carolina
Historic, luxurious, and convenient, the John Rutledge House Inn® is both an important historical landmark and a wonderful place to rest your head. Immerse yourself in the storied past of the South at our truly one-of-a-kind Charleston inn.
The Inn at Middleton Place specializes in groups both large and small. When every room has a beautiful view, it is easy to please every member of even the most demanding groups. Leave nothing to chance when selecting group accommodations. Whether you gather for a family reunion, wedding soiree, business meeting, or corporate event, the Inn at Middleton Place is ideal for discovering South Carolina's Lowcountry and rich history surrounding you.
Post House is an inviting, lively restaurant and boutique inn featuring a dedicated private events space. Nestled in the heart of the Old Village, Mount Pleasant, SC, Post House’s original features and historic charm lend to its unique character. Post House provides private dining experiences fine-tuned to fit your vision, with dining and bar programs tailored to you. A buyout of any of our event venues will offer a private experience featuring a dedicated bar and service team. With venue options for any party size or event, Post House will customize our space to enhance your event vision. From outdoor cocktail parties in our fully covered courtyard to four-course dinners in our private Rose Room, allow our events team to suggest the perfect menu and venue bring your party to life. Each event proposal will include base rentals, including tables, chairs, linens, and table settings along with a full-service staff.
Where to Dine in Charleston, South Carolina
A beautiful blend of form and function, the private dining rooms at High Cotton Charleston offer flexibility in size and style to complement our flavorful food, fine drink, and warm hospitality to create memorable moments. Whether a wedding, social, or business event, you’ll find a private dining room perfectly suited for celebrating.
In both cuisine and atmosphere, Parcel 32 incorporates the flavors and layered heritage of the coastal South in a refined, yet relaxed environment that reflects the building's history, as well as the modern influences of today.
Love is in the details at Melfi’s, where a sleek wooden bar from the 1900s and green vinyl chairs set the stage for a meal you won't be ready to forget.
What do Hawaii and Folly Beach have in common? A collaborative spirit and a warm, inviting energy the South calls hospitality… Hawaii calls aloha spirit… and we call Wiki Wiki Sandbar.
Good food and craft beer, Bavarian-inspired and Southern-made, in the communal atmosphere of a traditional German Biergarten with the newest technology in bier.
Bourbon N’ Bubbles is a contemporary restaurant and lounge wedding venue located in Charleston, South Carolina. Apart from its trendy interior design, this venue’s piece de resistance is its chef-created custom wedding menus. Bourbon N’ Bubbles takes pride in their gourmet culinary fare and handcrafted specialty drinks on top of their beautiful event spaces.
Located on Charleston’s historic Broad Street, Oak Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse. A classic array of both wet and dry-aged Certified Angus® Beef is featured on the menu. Chef Mark Keiser sources locally and regionally from sustainable farmers and fishermen to accent the steakhouse menu. The expansive and impressive wine program at Oak Steakhouse emphasizes big California Cabernets and Old World reds from Italy and Bordeaux with more than 200 wines by the bottle and 20 wines by the glass. The bar attracts a loyal, local following from nearby businesses and neighborhoods with its great cocktails and happy hour. Inside a historic bank building that dates back to 1848, Oak’s stately setting features three floors with five distinct dining areas. Arched windows, 20-foot ceilings, original metalwork, fireplaces, and 150-year-old heart pine floors, offer the perfect setting for enjoying a special evening.
Where to Marry in Charleston, South Carolina
Located in the heart of Downtown Charleston, full of southern charm + rich history, The Gadsden House is the perfect venue for wedding ceremonies + receptions, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, social gatherings + corporate events. Four grand parlor rooms boast original heart pine floors, impressive floor-to-ceiling windows, beautiful fireplaces, crystal chandeliers + neutral “paperwhite” walls, as well as a sound system + adaptive climate control. Three intimate courtyards showcase a mix of bluestone, Charleston brick + oyster tabby surfaces. Magnolias, crepe myrtles + palm trees create an intimate urban oasis. Custom tenting options ensure versatile use of the outdoor spaces, rain or shine. Expansive Southern piazzas, complete with gas lanterns + traditional “haint blue” ceilings, offer views of the property’s lush courtyard gardens + Charleston’s waterfront. A beautifully furnished bridal suite + handsomely appointed groom’s quarters to allow for all-day relaxation for the entire wedding party!
Mercantile and Mash
Mercantile and Mash, one location - two unique private events spaces. Mercantile is a gourmet foods emporium and coffee shop by day, upscale casual private event space by night. Located below The Cedar Room in the Cigar Factory, Mercantile and Mash pride themselves on offering the highest quality menu ingredients, warm hospitality, and outstanding service to provide an elegant event experience. Ideal for intimate gatherings, the 65-seat restaurant can accommodate reception-style events for up to 100 guests. Bar Mash offers an extensive bourbon and whisky collection, along with beer, wine, and craft cocktails. In a cozy setting, Mash provides an elevated bar menu featuring eclectic dishes and crowd favorites. Activities include an indoor bocce court, shuffleboard, cornhole, the 80s arcade game "Defender" and an old-fashioned jukebox.
