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• Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach blends Atlantic beaches, oceanfront attractions, seafood, golf and Southern culture into a lively South Carolina coastal escape for memorable holidays.
• Hilton Head Island Hilton Head Island blends Atlantic beaches, Lowcountry history, sea-island culture, golf, wildlife, cycling and leisurely South Carolina escapes.
• Beaufort Beaufort, South Carolina, pairs antebellum streets, waterfront parks, Gullah Geechee heritage, film locations and Lowcountry landscapes for sightseeing.
• Spartanburg Spartanburg, South Carolina, blends Upstate history, public art, live music, gardens, local food and easy access to the Blue Ridge foothills.
• Charleston Charleston, South Carolina blends historic homes, Lowcountry cuisine, Gullah Geechee culture, waterfront landmarks and atmospheric streets on the Atlantic coast.
• Summerville Summerville, South Carolina pairs historic Lowcountry streets, azalea gardens, sweet-tea lore and welcoming local culture with easy access to Charleston.

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Every region of South Carolina, with guides to the cities, landmarks and local highlights inside each one.

• Lowcountry Explore South Carolina's Lowcountry for Charleston heritage, Gullah Geechee culture, tidal marshes, sea islands, seafood and coastal wildlife.
• Piedmont Explore South Carolina’s Piedmont for Greenville culture, Revolutionary War sites, textile towns, reservoirs, trails and rolling Upstate landscapes.
• Upstate Explore Upstate South Carolina for Greenville culture, Blue Ridge foothills, waterfalls, lakes, Revolutionary history and distinctive Southern food.
• Midlands Explore South Carolina’s Midlands for Columbia museums, Revolutionary history, Congaree forest, lake recreation and distinctive Southern food.
• Sea Islands Explore South Carolina’s Sea Islands for tidal marshes, barrier beaches, Gullah Geechee culture, seafood and Lowcountry landscapes shaped by the sea.
• Grand Strand Grand Strand travel combines South Carolina beaches, maritime parks, seafood, golf, live entertainment and Lowcountry heritage from Little River to Murrells Inlet.

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• Congaree National Park Congaree National Park in South Carolina protects ancient bottomland forest, floodplain trails, canoe routes and seasonal fireflies near Columbia.
• Caesars Head State Park Caesars Head State Park in South Carolina pairs Blue Ridge overlooks, Raven Cliff Falls, forest trails and Mountain Bridge scenery near Greenville.
• Table Rock State Park Table Rock State Park in South Carolina combines Blue Ridge hiking, mountain lakes, CCC heritage, camping and scenic trails near Pickens and Greenville.
• Francis Marion National Forest Francis Marion National Forest, South Carolina: explore Lowcountry swamps, pine woods, coastal trails, wildlife habitats and quiet waterways near Charleston.
• Columbia Riverfront Park Columbia Riverfront Park in South Carolina follows the historic canal beside the Broad River, with trails, water views and links to Columbia's greenways.
• Charleston Area Beaches Charleston Area Beaches in South Carolina offer surf, tidal marshes, historic islands, wildlife, seafood and relaxed coastal escapes near Charleston.

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  Tourist attraction ★ 4.6 (60,252 reviews)

  Broadway at the Beach

  Myrtle Beach's 350-acre lakefront playground packs rides, shops, seafood, and fireworks into walkable districts for nonstop coastal action.

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  Tourist attraction ★ 4.9 (18,234 reviews)

  Falls Park on the Reedy

  40-foot waterfall roars through Greenville's urban core, crossed by a dragonfly-winged bridge amid gardens teeming with herons, azaleas, and mill-era stone whispers.

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  Tourist attraction ★ 4.7 (20,139 reviews)

  Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

  Explore the wonders of nature at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden in Columbia, South Carolina

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  Tourist attraction ★ 3.9 (23,903 reviews)

  South of the Border Motor Inn

  Iconic I-95 roadside landmark celebrating mid-century Americana with its legendary sombrero tower and unapologetic kitsch charm.

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