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Sullivan’s Island

Located just 20 minutes from Charleston, Sullivan’s Island draws visitors with its quiet beaches, historic landmarks and award-winning restaurants.

Sullivan’s Island

Located just 20 minutes from Charleston, Sullivan’s Island draws visitors with its quiet beaches, historic landmarks and award-winning restaurants.

A vacation on Sullivan’s Island offers all the outdoor fun you’d expect to find in a South Carolina beach town.

From long walks on the beach and biking along the marsh to enjoying a stunning sunset, Sullivan’s Island offers many simple pleasures.

Sullivan’s Island Offers More Than Just Great Beaches

Along with its beautiful beaches, Sullivan’s Island boasts a unique history that includes a famous Revolutionary War battle.

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Lodging on Sullivan's Island

With no hotels or B&Bs available inside the town limits, you’ll need to book your accommodations with one of the vacation rental companies in the area.

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Dining on Sullivan's Island

With an array of casual restaurants just a block or two off the beach, you won’t have to go far to satisfy your hunger on Sullivan’s Island.

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Shopping on Sullivan's Island

These fun shops and boutiques offer watersports gear, unique gifts and a taste of the local art scene.

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Recreation on Sullivan's Island

From paddleboarding and fishing to nature walks and biking, Sullivan’s Island offers plenty of ways to play on- and off-shore.

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Hidden Gems on Sullivan's Island

Whether you’re enjoying made-from-scratch artisanal gelato or exploring one of the oldest Catholic churches in the Charleston area, you won’t want to miss these hidden gems.

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Arts & Museums on Sullivan's Island

Sullivan’s Island has several fascinating historical sites and an array of art offerings, including the Edgar Allen Poe Library.

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5 Ways to Enjoy Sullivan’s Island

The island’s three miles of shoreline offers plenty of ways to enjoy an ocean view, but the beach isn’t the only thing to do in this coastal retreat.

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Visit Edgar Allan Poe’s Lowcountry Haunts

Although Edgar Allen Poe only spend a year living on the island, his time here inspired some of his most famous works.

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Discover Fort Moultrie

The first fort on Sullivan's Island, Fort Moultrie was originally constructed of palmetto logs and sand and helped earned the state its nickname.

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Lighthouses of South Carolina

Varying in color, height and even shape, these lighthouses are worth seeking out to visit.

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Town of Sullivan's Island

Located just 20 minutes from Charleston, Sullivan’s Island draws visitors with its quiet beaches, historic landmarks and award-winning restaurants.

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Historic Charleston

Known for its steeple-rich skyline and cobblestone streets, Charleston has long been a popular destination. With an ever-growing number of craft eateries and distilleries and its close proximity to the beach, Charleston still has plenty of surprises waiting to be discovered.

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