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Located just 20 minutes from Charleston, Sullivan’s Island draws visitors with its quiet beaches, historic landmarks and award-winning restaurants.
Along with its beautiful beaches, Sullivan’s Island boasts a unique history that includes a famous Revolutionary War battle.
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.
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.
These fun shops and boutiques offer watersports gear, unique gifts and a taste of the local art scene.
From paddleboarding and fishing to nature walks and biking, Sullivan’s Island offers plenty of ways to play on- and off-shore.
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.
Sullivan’s Island has several fascinating historical sites and an array of art offerings, including the Edgar Allen Poe Library.
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.
Although Edgar Allen Poe only spend a year living on the island, his time here inspired some of his most famous works.
The first fort on Sullivan's Island, Fort Moultrie was originally constructed of palmetto logs and sand and helped earned the state its nickname.
Varying in color, height and even shape, these lighthouses are worth seeking out to visit.
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.