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Mount Pleasant

One trip to Mount Pleasant is never enough. From free cultural events to dancing the night away at Shaggin’ on the Cooper, there’s always something fun to do.

Mount Pleasant

One trip to Mount Pleasant is never enough. From free cultural events to dancing the night away at Shaggin’ on the Cooper, there’s always something fun to do.

Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant

Golf, beaches, shopping, restaurants and more—Mount Pleasant has it all, but at a town’s pace.

Once you cross the bridge from Charleston to Mount Pleasant, a different world awaits. While low-key in comparison to its world-renowned neighbor, Mount Pleasant offers plenty of history, recreation and things to see and do.
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Mount Pleasant: A City in Size, a Town in Attitude

Mount Pleasant is a refreshing change of pace from its more bustling, tourist-focused neighbor to the west. While slower and more relaxed, this city-sized town has plenty of history, outdoor activities and entertainment to keep you coming back for more.

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Dining in Mount Pleasant

Charleston has the reputation as a foodie destination, but its cross-river neighbor can hold its own with a wide variety of styles and choices. Discover the traditional seafood, French cuisine and local flavor that set Mount Pleasant apart from its culinary neighbors.

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Lodging in Mount Pleasant

Whether you want to treat yourself to a two-bedroom beach cottage, enjoy a stay at a luxury hotel or relax at a traditional B&B, there’s no shortage of accommodations in Mount Pleasant.

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Recreation in Mount Pleasant

Got energy to burn? With six golf courses, two beaches and several parks, Mount Pleasant has plenty of opportunities to keep visitors active.

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Museums & Arts in Mount Pleasant

From the moss-draped Avenue of Oaks at Boone Hall Plantation to the Traffic-Box Art Project, an ongoing initiative that’s responsible for painting the green traffic control boxes, Mount Pleasant is filled with history and art.

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Shopping in Mount Pleasant

If you’re looking for mementoes to take home from your trip, look no further than Mount Pleasant's one-of-a-kind boutiques. You’ll find everything from haute couture at the famed Gwynn’s, the only locally owned department store, to handmade sweetgrass baskets.

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Hidden Gems in Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant's quirky offerings include a collection of cool breweries and pubs, a church with a Latin-only Mass, a restaurant named for a Hurricane Hugo disaster and a bridge to nowhere.

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Find History, Beauty and Fun at the Farm at Boone Hall Plantation

Explore one of the United States' oldest, continuously operating farms where you can pick your own produce and tour the plantation and cabins.

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Experience Excitement for All Ages at Patriots Point

Discover the Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum where you can see, hear, touch and smell what life would have been like on a World War II-era aircraft carrier. This immersive experience appeals to young and old alike.

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Get to Know America's "Forgotten Founder" at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site

Located in Mount Pleasant, the 28-acre National Historic Site honors the fourth-term South Carolina governor who played a critical role in framing the US Constitution.

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Paddle through Shem Creek

Get out on the water for a guided kayak tour in Shem Creek where you may encounter wildlife like dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, otters and shore birds.

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Town of Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is connected to the Charleston peninsula by the iconic Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge. While low key in comparison to its world-renowned neighbor, Mount Pleasant offers plenty of history, recreation and things to see and do.

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Historic Charleston & Resort Islands

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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