Folly Beach Nearby Attractions
McLeod Plantation
325 Country Club Dr
Charleston, SC
(843) 762-9514
Established in 1851, McLeod Plantation has been witness to some of the most significant periods of Charleston’s, and our nation's, history. This37-acre Gullah/Geechee heritage site has been carefully preserved and is of immense historical significance.
Seashore Farmers Lodge
1840 Sol Legare Road
Charleston, SC
The Seashore Farmers’ Lodge is an historical building in South Carolina that housed a fraternal lodge for African-Americans in the twentieth century. Located in James Island, freed slaves moved to this area to farm and fish after the Civil War.
Splash Island Waterpark
444 Needlerush Parkway
Mount Pleasant, SC
(843) 795-4386
Located within Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park. This seasonal family water attraction is the perfect place for toddlers to preteen children to cool off.
Angel Oak Tree
3688 Angel Oak Road
Johns Island, SC
Experts say The Angel Oak Tree is estimated to be more than 500 years old. The tree stands 66.5 ft (20 m) tall, measures 28 ft (8.5 m) in circumference. Shade produced by the tree covers over 17,200 square feet (1,600 m2). It’s an absolute must-see for anyone visiting the Charleston, South Carolina area.
Fort Sumter
Access by boat only
Fort Sumter is a sea fort in Charleston, SC where two battles of the Civil War took place in the nineteenth century. Visit the National Monument by boat transportation while listening to a relaxing 30 minute narrated cruise to the Fort, where you then can experience a very informative museum before heading back to the boat.
Hunley Submarine
1250 Supply St
North Charleston, SC
(843) 743-4865
The historic Hunley Submarine is the world's first successful vessel of its type and was used during the Civil War. The H.L. Hunley attacked and sank the USS Housatonic off the coast of Charleston.
South Carolina Aquarium
100 Aquarium Wharf
Charleston, SC
(843) 577-FISH (3474)
Inspiring conservation through education and research, the South Carolina Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
Charleston City Market
188 Meeting St
Charleston, SC
A historic market complex in Downtown Charleston, SC. Modern shopping with a historic twist.
Know Folly Beach Nearby Attractions Before Visiting
There are a lot of ancient and mesmerizing destinations to quench your wanderlust at Folly Beach and Charleston and numerous activities to participate in. Here is a list of attractions you mustn’t miss out on during your visit to Folly Beach:
- Charleston City Market offers a historic touch on contemporary shopping
- Tour Fort Sumter and the Hunley Submarine, two American Civil War memorials
- Bask in the shade of the 500-year-old Angel Oak Tree
- Come across thousands of local animals and plants as you explore the South Carolina Aquarium
- From babies to adolescent kids, the Splash Island Waterpark is a seasonal family water attraction in Folly Beach
· Visit the McLeod Plantation and Seashore Farmers Lodge to bear witness to some of South Carolina’s most important historical and cultural eras
Attractions at Folly Beach That You Should Never Miss
In addition to numerous historic and captivating locations, Folly Beach offers various entertaining activities. On your trip to Folly Beach and Charleston, be sure to check out the following attractions:
- Seashore Farmers Lodge- A historical structure that housed a fraternal lodge for African-Americans in the twentieth century
- Fort Sumter- Enjoy a leisurely 30-minute narrated trip to the Fort and visit the educational museum
- Historic Charleston City Market- Purchase sweetgrass baskets, souvenirs, and genuine Charleston-made products.
- Hunley Submarine- Visit the location to discover one of history’s greatest maritime mysteries.
- McLeod Plantation- Explore the lives of individuals who, although almost entirely forgotten by history, influenced Charleston’s complex past and the destiny of the country
6. South Carolina Aquarium- Extraordinary creatures and breathtaking waterfront vistas create an unmatched environment for exploration.
