Outdoors things to do in Charleston

We rank 86 outdoor things to do in Charleston, United States. The highest scoring is Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse with an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $4 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
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In the 90+ Club
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Available today
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Outdoors in Charleston compared

Top 10 outdoor things to do in Charleston by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse89$122.5h4.9/5 (2,354)
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings83$1013h4.9/5 (2,309)
2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston82$542h4.9/5 (1,019)
Fort Sumter Access and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry82$262.3h4.6/5 (3,854)
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston81$401h4.8/5 (3,789)
Pirates of Charleston: Pirate Adventures and River cruises80$431.5h5/5 (370)
Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking Class79$2504h5/5 (991)
The Charleston Boo Hag and Brews Ghost and Bar Tour78$352h4.9/5 (211)
Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise78$602h4.8/5 (1,102)
Book Charleston's Most Educational History Tour!76$452.5h4.9/5 (152)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Charleston

Outdoors in Charleston: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Charleston?
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100 from 2,354 traveler reviews. Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings, 2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston, Fort Sumter Access and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry follow close behind. We rank 86 outdoors experiences in Charleston in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Charleston cost?
Expect around $206 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Charleston Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour from $4, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in Charleston for today?
Yes. 60 of the 60 top-ranked outdoors experiences we track in Charleston currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank outdoors experiences in Charleston?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable outdoors options in Charleston, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
When is the best time to visit Charleston?
March to May and September to November, the two mild shoulder windows.

Browse things to do in Charleston by type

Last Minute 288Culture & History 222Nightlife 79Food & Drink 69Most Popular 37Family Friendly 33Most Highly Reviewed 9

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