Shop, Eat, and Drink in South Carolina
Known for its white sandy beaches, scenic mountains, charming small towns and historic cities, South Carolina is also a stand out destination for exceptional shopping, dining, arts, and entertainment. 
Everyone says they “have it all.” In South Carolina, it’s true - Shop in outlet malls, antique stores, upscale boutiques and truly unique specialty shops in historic small towns and big city shopping districts. Find a store specializing in gourmet food and Amish country crafts, or buy a hand-made Gullah basket from a roadside stand. For ideal vacation shopping fun, South Carolina stands out in the crowd.
South Carolina’s motto should be, “Smiling Faces, Delicious Places.” Fantastic seafood, excellent continental cuisine, ethnic delicacies - whatever your tastes or dining style, you’ll soon discover that South Carolina is nirvana for foodies. Be sure to visit our new dining and cuisine site, Savor South Carolina where you can learn more about our famous flavors, meet our super chefs, and search for recipes. South Carolina has loads of unique dining experiences, so be daring - dock your boat at a lakeside café, be adventurous on our backroads, or enjoy gourmet dining at luxury hotels and in our historic cities.
Eat, dance, sing, play, ride in a parade - It’s a South Carolina food festival! Celebrate three days of art sho
ws, street dancing and gospel music at The World Grits Festival or join other wine lovers at the largest outdoor tented wine tasting on the East Coast. Put a South Carolina food festival (aka party) in your South Carolina trip basket and savor the day!
Since Colonial times, South Carolina has considered “art a great matter.” As a result, you will discover some of the most entertaining and art-rich locations in the South from classical 1900’s opera houses where talents such as Fanny Bryce and Sarah Bernhardt performed to award-winning museums, working artists galleries and live music shows.