Highest-rated things to do in South Carolina, according to Tripadvisor
Highest-rated things to do in South Carolina, according to Tripadvisor
When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.
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Indeed, even if you've lived in South Carolina your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for South Carolina reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in South Carolina using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.
Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in South Carolina, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.
#30. Duplin Winery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,028 reviews)
- Address: 4650 Highway 17 South North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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#29. McLeod Plantation Historic Site
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,378 reviews)
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#28. Drayton Hall
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,020 reviews)
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#27. Aiken-Rhett House
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,722 reviews)
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#26. Charleston Tea Garden
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,687 reviews)
- Address: 6617 Maybank Hwy Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina
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#25. Hopsewee Plantation
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,461 reviews)
- Address: 494 Hopsewee Road Georgetown, South Carolina
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#24. Nathaniel Russell House
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,074 reviews)
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#23. The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,010 reviews)
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#22. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,961 reviews)
- Address: 500 Wildlife Pkwy Columbia, South Carolina
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#21. Myrtle Beach
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,968 reviews)
- Address: Ocean Blvd. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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#20. Barefoot Landing
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,020 reviews)
- Address: 4898 Highway 17 South North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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#19. GTS Theatre
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,395 reviews)
- Address: 1220 Port Drive Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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#18. Hunting Island State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,355 reviews)
- Address: 2555 Sea Island Pkwy Beaufort, South Carolina
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#17. Hilton Head Island Bike Trails
- Rating: 5/5 (3,196 reviews)
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#16. Angel Oak Tree
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,452 reviews)
- Address: 3688 Angel Oak Road Johns Island, South Carolina
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#15. The Center for Birds of Prey
- Rating: 5/5 (1,395 reviews)
- Address: 4719 Highway 17N Awendaw, South Carolina
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#14. SkyWheel Myrtle Beach
- Rating: 4.5/5 (7,613 reviews)
- Address: 1110 North Ocean Blvd. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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#13. Huntington Beach State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,137 reviews)
- Address: 16148 Ocean Hwy Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
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#12. Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,931 reviews)
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#11. Hilton Head Distillery
- Rating: 5/5 (1,157 reviews)
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#10. Coligny Beach
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,303 reviews)
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#9. Fort Sumter National Monument
- Rating: 4.5/5 (5,906 reviews)
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#8. Boone Hall Plantation
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,821 reviews)
- Address: 1235 Long Point Road Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
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#7. Joe Riley Waterfront Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (5,656 reviews)
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#6. Middleton Place
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,411 reviews)
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#5. Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
- Rating: 4/5 (7,311 reviews)
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#4. Brookgreen Gardens
- Rating: 5/5 (4,087 reviews)
- Address: 1931 Brookgreen Drive Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
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#3. Falls Park on the Reedy
- Rating: 5/5 (4,434 reviews)
- Address: 601 South Main St. Greenville, South Carolina
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#2. Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
- Rating: 5/5 (4,687 reviews)
- Address: 40 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
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#1. Broadway at the Beach
- Rating: 4.5/5 (9,098 reviews)
- Address: 1325 Celebrity Circle Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
