Family Fun

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.

Step aboard the USS Yorktown after dark for a ghost tour unlike anything you’ll find in downtown Charleston. Led by Bulldog Tours at Patriots Point, this after-hours experience takes visitors through the historic aircraft carrier while sharing the real military history, eerie stories and unexplained encounters that have helped make the ship one of the Lowcountry’s most haunted landmarks. As you move through quiet passageways and shadowy corners of the USS Yorktown, you’ll hear stories of sailors, service and the strange moments of souls who may still be watching over the ship. Make this ghost tour a must-do for a Halloween outing, a fall date night or just searching for a chilling way to experience one of Mount Pleasant’s most iconic attractions.

The formal gardens at Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens are meticulously maintained and feature antique roses, seasonal plants and flowers, varieties of camellias and azaleas, and is a haven for pollinators of all kinds.

The Venue MTP is a must-visit destination for live performances and cultural arts experiences. This intimate community arts venue brings theater, music, comedy, dance, and special events to life in a welcoming setting designed to connect audiences with performers up close. The Venue MTP is a cornerstone of cultural arts in Mount Pleasant, offering a diverse lineup of shows that appeal to locals and visitors alike. With thoughtfully designed performance spaces, excellent sightlines, and a relaxed atmosphere, The Venue MTP makes live entertainment feel personal and accessible. From thought-provoking plays and live music to family-friendly performances and community productions, it’s a place where the arts are celebrated year-round!

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.

Walk in the footsteps of heroes when you come aboard the USS Yorktown (CV-10) museum. Known as "The Fighting Lady", the USS Yorktown (CV-10) was an aircraft carrier that participated in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and was the recovery ship for the NASA Apollo 8 mission. In 1975 the ship was brought to Mount Pleasant where it has served as a museum ship and is recognized as a National Historic Landmark.

Experience interactive tours, the Medal Of Honor Museum, viewing fully restored historic aircraft and other vehicles, the Battle Of Midway Exhibit, the Apollo Spacecraft Exhibit, and more!

Take the Captain's Tour aboard the USS Yorktown to learn about what life was like for sailors at sea during World War II, Vietnam, and during the recovery of the Apollo 8 space capsule. Some tours go to areas that are usually off-limits for the general public.

Experience stunning panoramic views of Shem Creek and the Charleston Harbor along 2,000 feet of boardwalks. Watch the sun sink into the sea while keeping an eye out for dolphins splashing nearby.

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.