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About South Carolina

South Carolina is a southern state with a deep history and a vibrant present. With immensely popular beach destinations, South Carolina is known as a holiday get-away for some. The year-round popularity comes from its many cities and charming towns. South Carolina has it all, but with a dose of southern charm.

Things to do in South Carolina

Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular vacation spots in South Carolina. The stretch of beaches along the Grand Strand has ideal warm weather and gorgeous sea and sand. The Myrtle Beach boardwalk is one of the gems of the state, and the beach itself is known for being a family friendly vacation spot. Hilton Head is similarly popular, as a resort town on an island. With miles of sand and the wide ocean at your fingertips, Hilton Head makes for a dreamy vacation.

Best cities to visit in South Carolina

Charleston is the oldest city in South Carolina, known for its southern hospitality and friendly atmosphere. The leisurely lifestyle and emphasis on being polite makes it uniquely southern, and a pleasant slice of South Carolina. Columbia is the largest city in the state, and can be found in the Midlands. Home to the University of South Carolina and Fort Jackson, Columbia is busy and full of life.

Best small towns in South Carolina

South Carolina is famed for its gorgeous small towns, which bring back the ideal image of the Old South. Greenville lies by the Appalachian Mountains, and therefore has a forested landscape that contrasts against the houses and historical buildings in the West End. Mount Pleasant with its impressive trees lining long roads, the expansive land appears straight out of a movie. With green marshes and military history, Mount Pleasant lives up to its name. Beaufort is the second oldest town in the state, and has an impressive collection of historical sites and beautiful buildings.

Best lake vacations in South Carolina

Seneca in South Carolina makes for a relaxing lake vacation around Lake Keowee. This reservoir has hundreds of miles of shoreline, with an isolated setting in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Known for its boats, swimming, jet skis, and proximity to Clemson University — Lake Keowee is a wonderful getaway.

Best National Parks in South Carolina

Congaree is a National Park in South Carolina, packed with impressive tall trees that are magical to discover. Get canoeing, hiking, fishing and even camping at Congaree! In Hopkins South Carolina, this National Park is bursting with life as a result of the nearby Congaree and Wataree Rivers.