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10 Free Things To Do In Charleston

10 Things to do in Charleston on a budget.

Audrey Meredith

Oct 25, 2017

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I am blessed to be a student at Charleston Southern University which is located on the outskirts of the greatest city in the world, Charleston, South Carolina. Charleston is known for its great food, shopping, and history but being the best city in the world means it can be expensive. As a college student, my friends and I have experienced Charleston and found things to do within our college budget (free). Here is a list of 10 fun free things to do in Charleston, South Carolina on your next visit to the best city ever:

1. Pitt Street Bridge

Pitt Street Bridge is a beautiful little walking bridge on Sullivan’s island where you can picnic, hang your Enos, and watch the sunset fall over downtown Charleston. There is no admission fee and free parking.

2. Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park is the home to the famous Pineapple fountain and has a great view of the Charleston Harbor. It also has swings and fountains to cool off on a hot summer’s day.

3. Walk the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

The gorgeous bridge over looks the cooper river and has a pedestrian walking path. You can walk from Mount Pleasant to downtown Charleston and vice versa. It’s a pleasant walk and great exercise.

4. Hampton Park

This spectacular park is right across the street from the Citadel and has beautiful floral displays and ducks roaming around the ponds. It’s a beautiful place to walk and picnic.

5. The Charleston Farmer’s Market

The Charleston Farmer’s Market is held in Marion Square every Saturday from April to December. The Farmer’s market has local fruits and vegetables and has live entertainment.

6. The Beach (Sullivan’s Island and Folly Beach)

Sullivan’s Island and Folly Beach are the closest beaches to downtown Charleston. Take a break and go relax on one of these restful beaches. Take in the the serene atmosphere and enjoy the scenery.

7. Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row is a beautiful section of 13 brightly colored buildings built in the 1700s. This is a Charleston staple and makes for amazing picture opportunities.

8. Charleston City Market

The Charleston City Market is a Charleston must. It is a great place to look at the local craftsmanship, classic sweet grass woven baskets, and souvenirs. Even if you don’t buy anything, it is a great classic Charleston experience.

9. King Street

King Street has a ton of shopping opportunities with popular brands but also has local restaurants and shops. Even if you can't get anything then, it gives you great ideas for when family comes to visit.

10. The Battery

The Battery is a park set on the waterfront with different historical monuments to look at. This is another stunning park to picnic at and enjoy the views. It is also a beautiful wedding/ engagement spot, my friends and I have actually witnessed people getting married here.

I love living in Charleston and hope these suggestions help anyone looking for inexpensive things to do in this great city!

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The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

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Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

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Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

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We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

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All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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