South Carolina is steeped in history and culture, having been among the first areas settled by Europeans several hundred years ago. From historical and natural landmarks to fun, informative excursions, there is never a shortage of things to see and do in the Palmetto State. These 9 great sightseeing tours are a must for locals and tourists alike!
The Charleston Harbor is the viewing gateway for many of the Holy City’s top landmarks and historical areas, and you can see it all while aboard a relaxing boat ride. They offer several daily and specialty tours that include points of interest like Fort Sumter, the Battery, and the famed Ravenel Bridge. You can book your boat tour by itself, or combine it with land excursions that take you to the haunted jail, Boone Hall Plantation, or other walking tours.
There’s no better way to tour downtown Greenville than up close and personal, and the Segway tours offered by Greenville Glides means you can experience all the sights and sounds up close but without wearing out your walking shoes. You’ll visit favorite sites like Falls Park and Greenville’s business district, or some of the city’s most ghostly areas on the haunted Segway tour. If Segways aren’t your style, you can sign up for a walking tour or rent a bicycle.
If you love all things beach, you’ll want to hop aboard the Carolina Rover for the best eco-tour in the state. Your adventure begins with a smooth ride to a barrier island, where you can comb the pristine beach for shells you’d never find anywhere else on the Grand Strand. Chances are you’ll see dolphins, water birds, and other wildlife, along with a Civil War shipwreck and South Carolina’s oldest lighthouse.
Though it sounds like the stuff that dreams are made of, enjoying the ride of the lifetime is a reality in Rock Hill. Expert hot air balloon pilots take you high in the sky to let you soak in the scenery of North and South Carolina, giving a whole new meaning to sightseeing as you once knew it.
If you’re on the visual hunt for sights not usually found in the city, look no further than the Waccamaw River Tours. South Carolina’s abundance of animal life and untouched nature provide plenty to see as you cruise down the quiet waters of the Waccamaw River. Alligators, egrets, osprey, and turtles have been known to make an appearance for tour groups.
Located in the Palmetto State’s capital city, there is no shortage of historical and significant locales. And you can see quite a few of them during a walking or driving tour. You’ll see some of the area’s most well-known hot spots, such as the State House, house museums, restored train stations, and the original campus of the University of South Carolina. They offer a variety of tours to suit your interests, each with a unique array of sites to visit.
You’ve got your pick between two locales. The first adventure begins in Little River, where you can roll through nature for some fun in both the shade and sun, perfect for all Segway skill levels. The other covers ground in the Huntington Beach State Park, where tourists can catch glimpses of loggerhead turtles, alligators, and birds. The park is also home to the Atalaya Castle and the former winter home of Archer Huntington and Anna Hyatt.
Get to know the real Greenville on a guided tour of some of the city’s best loved places. Depending on which tour you choose, your travels may take you to some of the city’s signature cuisine, or along some recognizable landmarks like the Liberty Bridge or Reedy River Falls.
The Grand Strand offers no shortage of things to see and do, and you can catch a glimpse of it all from your perch in a helicopter. Each tour takes you over the beautiful beaches and oceans, allowing you to see city life and natural beauty from above. You’ll cruise near the Skywheel, around marsh areas and swamps, or even along the tucked-away “Golden Mile” of private mansions.
