You don’t necessarily have to go far, far away to have a memorable vacation: there are plenty of U.S. cities worth exploring. One option is Charleston, a top travel destination in the American South. The oldest and largest city in South Carolina, Charleston is known for its history, architecture, food culture and hospitality. The city sits on a harbor at the nexus of three rivers, and it boasts a vibrant music and arts scene, along with numerous museums and family-friendly attractions.
Thankfully, there are plenty of regular, relatively-inexpensive flights between San Antonio and Charleston. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked with the trendy adventurer in mind. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.)
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Cheapest Charleston flights
The cheapest flights between San Antonio and Charleston are if you leave on June 15 and return from South Carolina on June 18. Delta currently has roundtrip, nonstop tickets for $342.
There are also deals to be had in July. If you fly out of San Antonio on July 15 and return from Charleston on July 18, American Airlines can get you there and back for $354 roundtrip.
Top Charleston hotels
To plan your accommodations, here are some of Charleston’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do and customer satisfaction.
The Mills House Wyndham Grand Hotel (115 Meeting St.)
For an all-around top recommendation, consider The Mills House Wyndham Grand Hotel. The hotel has a 4.6-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $123.
Set in the heart of Charleston, this reconstruction of an 1853 hotel is close to the Gibbes Museum of Art, the Charleston County Courthouse and all that Meeting and King Streets have to offer.
The Market Pavilion Hotel (225 E. Bay St.)
If you're looking to splurge on top quality, try The Market Pavilion Hotel. Rooms are currently set at $199/night. It checks in with 4.7 stars.
Belmond Charleston Place (205 Meeting St.)
A pricier alternative is the Belmond Charleston Place. The 4.6-star hotel has rooms for $249/night.
Featured Charleston food and drink
If you're looking to snag a bite at one of Charleston's many quality eateries, here are a few popular culinary destinations from Skyscanner's listings that will help keep you satiated.
The FIG (232 Meeting St.)
If you're looking for a local favorite, head to The FIG, which has an average of 4.9 stars out of 40 reviews on Skyscanner.
"This is a great place to eat if you can get a reservation ahead of time. You will not be disappointed," wrote visitor Wythe.
Halls Chophouse (434 King St.)
Another popular dining destination is Halls Chophouse, with 4.9 stars from 31 reviews.
"Absolutely delicious!" wrote reviewer Maria.
Slightly North of Broad (192 E. Bay St.)
Also worth considering is Slightly North of Broad, with 4.9 stars from 22 reviews.
"I had the sweet potato tamale and my friend had beef carpaccio. They were recommended by the bartender as favorites and both were very good," wrote Joleen.
The Charleston Grill (224 King St.)
Finally, there's The Charleston Grill, with five stars from eight reviews.
"This is definitely one of the finest culinary experiences in all of Charleston," wrote 19 Broad Charleston.
Featured Charleston attractions
Not sure what to do in Charleston, besides eat and drink? Here are a few recommendations, provided by Skyscanner.
Downtown Charleston (King Street)
First up is Downtown Charleston, with 4.9 stars from 133 reviews.
The historic area of Downtown Charleston is an experience not soon forgotten by the thousands of tourists who visit each year. The main feature are the historic row homes, many of which have been renovated and restored to their original Revolutionary War appearances.
Shem Creek Park (Shrimp Boat Lane)
Then, there's the Shem Creek Park, with five stars from 14 reviews.
"You will see sea birds and local seagrasses and marsh wildlife," wrote visitor Tracy.
Pitt Street Bridge (Pitt Street Bridge)
Lastly, spend some time at the Pitt Street Bridge, with five stars from 12 reviews.
"The bridge is now a walking and fishing pier reaching into the marshes of the intracoastal waterway with fantastic views, wildlife, palm trees and breezes!" wrote visitor Lynn.
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