Nothing like a little Southern charm. Of all places with the most charm, it’s surely South Carolina. Home to unique landmarks, amazing views, and rich history you could see tons of landmarks throughout the state. The state offers some of the best beaches, best food, and even better people.
Travel 2 Next breaks down some of the most famous landmarks in South Carolina. These landmarks are a traveler’s must-see destinations whenever they are in town. From down in Charleston to the beautiful upstate views, South Carolina truly won’t disappoint. Wondering where to stop during your next trip to South Carolina. How about you start with these 20 famous landmarks in South Carolina?
20. TRINITY EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL IN COLUMBIA
This cathedral is the oldest episcopal cathedral in South Carolina. The original church was built in 1812 and later transformed into the beautiful landmark that stands today. The church has a burial site where famous South Carolinians like American Revolutionary War Generals, poet Henry Timrod, six of South Carolina’s governors, and Dr. Thomas Cooper, former president of South Carolina College, were laid to rest.
19. BEAUFORT NATIONAL CEMETERY
Home to the gravesites of more than 18,500 veterans from every war since the Civil War is Beaufort National Cemetery. The cemetery is shaped like a semi-circle with the roads laid out like spokes on wheels.
18. MYRTLE BEACH PIER
Visit Myrtle Beach and stop by to experience their 8 piers offering fishing, art, music, food, and more. This is one of South Carolina’s most famous vacation destinations.
17. USS YORKTOWN AND PATRIOTS POINT
Patriot’s Point is a naval maritime museum in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina (near Charleston). It consists of 3 naval vessels with war participation history. The USS Yorktown is a WWII-era aircraft carrier and is Patriots Point’s top attraction for visitors.
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♬ original sound - The MIGHTY Bismarck16. FORT SUMTER AND CHARLESTON HARBOUR
Fort Sumter is a sea fort that was erected in 1812 to protect Charleston from naval invasion. This was the official location to the start of the Civil War where the first shots took place and the war began.
15. MAGNOLIA PLANTATION GARDEN
Magnolia Plantation is one of the oldest attractions and most visited plantations in Charleston. Visitors can tour and learn about the dark history of this home.
14. MIDDLETON PLACE
Visit Middleton Place in Charleston and experience the oldest landscaped gardens in America. The landmark is a living museum that houses artisans who demonstrate pottery, blacksmithing, etc.
13. RAINBOW ROW AND THE CHARLESTON HISTORIC DISTRICT
If you’re ever in Charleston Rainbow Row is a MUST! These 13 homes painted in pastel colors is one of Charleston’s and South Carolina most noticeable landmarks.
12. TABLE ROCK MOUNTAIN
Table Rock Mountain is a portion of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the upstate. Visitors can hike to the top and even experience the views of the beautiful waterfalls.
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11. LAKE JOCASSEE
Lake Jocassee is a hidden South Carolina treasure. This is your chance to view crystal-blue water in South Carolina’s northwestern corner.
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♬ Astronaut In The Ocean - Masked Wolf10. SAVANNAH RIVER
The Savannah River is the longest river in the state running at 301 miles. The river marks the border between Georgia and South Carolina and flows to meet the Atlantic Ocean.
@jayla2669 Boating down the River. Beautiful Lowcountry rivers #savannahriver #sundayfunday #southcarolina #carolinaskiff
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At 3553 ft. above sea level, the Sassafras Mountain is the highest point in the state. Climb to the top and catch the fantastic views. Stand in two states at once because the state line of North and South Carolina passes through the tower structure.
8. FALLS PARK ON THE REEDY, GREENVILLE
This 32 acre gem is right in the heart of Downtown Greenville. This landmark is the birthplace to Greenville in South Carolina. It was built in 1967 and replaced textile mills near the river.
@sirwaltardon Falls Park on the Reedy Greenville, SC
♬ Way down We Go - KALEO7. COLIGNY BEACH, HILTON HEAD ISLAND
5 miles of a sandy slice of Atlantic coastline is one of the top beaches in the area of Hilton Head. From the beach to restaurants to stores, you will enjoy all this beach has to offer.
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♬ Surf - Mac Miller6. RAVEN CLIFF FALLS, CLEVELAND
Visit the waterfall that is the highest and most photographed in South Carolina. Located in Greenville County, the waterfall formed because of a sudden drop in the Blue Ridge Mountains escarpment.
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5. THE FAMOUS PEACHOID IN GAFFNEY
This may not be Georgia, but South Carolina is truly the home to the peach. South Carolina’s official state fruit is indeed, the peach. Visit Peach County and take a picture with this famous landmark.
@clayguffey Peachoid water tower in Gaffney, SC. #peachoid #gaffneysc
♬ Peaches - The Presidents of the United States of America4. ANGEL OAK TREE ON JOHNS ISLAND
Head back down to the Lowcountry and visit the Angel Oak Tree. It is one of the largest and oldest live oak trees east of the Mississippi located on Johns Island.
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♬ Colours - Goth Babe3. ARTHUR RAVENEL JR. BRIDGE, MOUNT PLEASANT
The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge down in Charleston was one of North America’s longest bridges when it was inaugurated in 2005. You can not only drive across, but also walk, run, skate or bike along the trail on the sides of the bridge over the Cooper River.
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♬ original sound - Ian Asher2. SOUTH CAROLINA STATE HOUSE
Head to Downtown Columbia to visit the SC State House and government headquarters. The building is over 150+ years old and also houses the South Carolina General Assembly and South Carolina’s Governor’s and Lieutenant Governor’s offices.
1. CHARLESTON PINEAPPLE FOUNTAIN
Of course, Charleston has the top landmark! Visit the Charleston Pineapple Fountain for an amazing view and photo op. Pineapples are not indigenous to the area, historically, they symbolised hospitality and hints of a juicy Carolinian colonial past.
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