Family Fun
Family Fun in Mount Pleasant
Bring the whole family! Kids can discover new passions for nature and history while parents and grandparents can see the Lowcountry through their children’s eyes.
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Tour National Historic Landmark ships including the USS Yorktown, hear the stories of the country’s bravest men and women at the Medal of Honor Museum and visit the only replica Vietnam Naval Support Base Camp in the U.S. At this Naval and Maritime Museum, you are sure to be inspired.
Waterfront District at Shem Creek
The waterfront district at Shem Creek is a local favorite with fantastic restaurants and bars with gorgeous waterfront views of the Charleston harbor and surrounding marshes. To enjoy the view even closer, book a water adventure, or walk the boardwalk that spans over 2,000-feet-long. Leave the hustle and bustle and sit back in a slice of paradise!
Boone Hall Plantation
Visit Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens to explore Gullah history while engaging in presentations about the history and progress of Black Americans, tour the colorful flower gardens with antique roses, watch butterflies in the butterfly pavilion and more!
Boone Hall Farms
Taste the flavors of the South at Boone Hall Farms. Throughout the year, there are plenty of opportunities to pick your own blueberries, peaches, strawberries, pumpkins and more.
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Memories are only a few clicks away. Explore all Mount Pleasant has to offer below.
Book A Local Fishing Charter
Mount Pleasant, SC, USA
Choose from a variety of expert offshore and inshore fishing charters around Mount Pleasant. Catch fish and make memories of a lifetime!
Memorial Waterfront Park
11 Ewall Street, Mount Pleasant, SC, USA
This park is called the “Crown Jewel of Mount Pleasant” for good reason. Take in the stunning harbor views with access to the Mount Pleasant Pier and Cooper River Bridge pedestrian path.
Mount Pleasant Splash Pad
99 Harry M. Hallman Jr. Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC
The Mount Pleasant Splash Pad is located at Memorial Waterfront Park, as a piece of the 2025 Phase III addition. This popular splash pad is designed with the heart of Mount Pleasant in mind with elements of the Arthur Ravenel Bridge and the old Mount Pleasant water tower included. Restrooms are available at the park. There is not a life guard on duty, swim/splash at your own risk. No pets, bikes, or skateboards allowed in the splash pad area.
Operating Hours: April - October, 8:00 AM - Dusk.
The Splash Pad is closed on Tuesdays from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm for routine maintenance to keep it in safe conditions. To see if the Splash Pad is open or closed before you go, sign up for Mount Pleasant Recreation Department alerts!
Wonders’ Way on Cooper River Bridge
99 Harry M. Hallman Jr. Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC
Take in breathtaking views of Mount Pleasant, downtown Charleston, and the Charleston Harbor from Wonders’ Way - the dedicated walking and biking path along the Cooper River Bridge in Mount Pleasant. Stretching 2.7 miles (5.4 miles round trip), this pathway offers the perfect blend of exercise and sightseeing for walkers, bikers, and runners. With sea breezes, soaring diamond bridge towers, and panoramic views all around, it’s one of the most unforgettable ways to experience the beauty of the Lowcountry. Follow the Keep It Pleasant Promise while exploring Wonders' Way!
Access Wonders' Way from Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park.
The Vietnam Experience
40 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC
The Vietnam Experience at the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is an outdoor and indoor exhibit spanning 2.5 acres, transporting guests into the experience of the Vietnam War. The exhibit recreates a Brown Water Navy support base with recreations of a mess hall, fire control bunker, a Quonset hut, and more. Five authentic Vietnam War-era helicopters can be viewed along with an MK1 River Patrol Boat named "Elaine", and other vehicles and artifacts. The Vietnam Experience is an exhibit for education, as well as a place of reflection for Vietnam War veterans. Access to this exhibit is included with admission to the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum.
Charleston Water Taxi
20 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Travel between Mount Pleasant and historic downtown Charleston aboard the Charleston Water Taxi. The Charleston Water Taxi makes hourly trips to Patriots Point, Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, downtown Charleston and Aquarium Wharf. You may even see a dolphin or two!
If you're staying in Mount Pleasant: Meet the Water Taxi at the Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, which is located at the end of Patriots Point Road. Follow the signs to the Water Taxi.
The Avenue Of Oaks At Boone Hall
1235 Long Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 2946
As soon as you enter Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens, you are greeted by the historic Avenue of Oaks. Travel under the tunnel of stunning oak tree branches draped in charming Spanish moss. The oaks are nearly 300 years old, and the 3/4 mile avenue leads to the Main House.
Nature Adventures
1 Shrimp Boat Ln, Mount Pleasant, SC, USA
Nature Adventures is creating experiences and memories to last a lifetime. If you want to rent or be on our guided kayak or stand up paddleboard tour in the waters around Mount Pleasant and Charleston, they have many options!
Hog Island Trail & Observation Deck
5 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Explore the scenic Hog Island Trail in Mount Pleasant, SC, a peaceful walking path that winds through nature and salt marshes at Patriots Point. This easy, family-friendly trail offers incredible views of the Charleston Harbor and historic downtown Charleston. It’s one of the most picturesque walking trails in Mount Pleasant, perfect for nature watching, photography, or a relaxing stroll by the water. Trail visitors can also walk up a short ramp and steps to see the view of the Charleston Harbor from the observation deck. Hog Island Trail showcases the natural beauty that makes Mount Pleasant a true Lowcountry treasure! Follow the Keep It Pleasant Promise while exploring Hog Island & Trail!
The entrance to Hog Island Trail can be found on Patriots Point Road across from the golf course parking lot.
Trail Length: ~0.3 miles. This trail is a part of the larger 1.0 mile Patriots Point Nature Trail.
