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Making the most of the coast is for everyone! For land lovers and seafarers, for foodies and fishers, for singles and families, for golfers, history buffs and more! Experience your slice of paradise in Mount Pleasant.

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

Perfect your sea legs at Patriots Point. 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.

An overhead drove shot of Patriots Point

Waterfront District at Shem Creek

The waterfront district at Shem Creek is a local favorite with fantastic restaurants and bars featuring 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!

A beautiful sunset on Shem Creek

Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens

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 Plantation drone shot

THe Cooper River Bridge

The Cooper River Bridge, officially named the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, connects historic downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant over the wide Cooper River. The bridge is the third-longest cable-stayed bridge in the Western Hemisphere. Featuring a pedestrian path spanning the full length of the bridge, some of the best views in the entire Lowcountry are here!

OUR KEEP IT PLEASANT PROMISE

In Mount Pleasant, we’re proud of our creeks, trails, marshes, and coastal wildlife, and we’re just as proud of the people who care for them. Take the “Keep It Pleasant Promise” to help protect the nature we all love so much!

Pitt Street Bridge

Once a trolley bridge that connected Sullivan’s Island and Mount Pleasant, the Pitt Street Bridge is now a site for recreation and relaxation. Fish off the pier or kayak through the Charleston Harbor from this hidden gem within the Old Village Historic District.

A line of palm trees at the Pitt Street Bridge

Memorial Waterfront Park

Called the crown jewel of Mount Pleasant, Memorial Waterfront Park is more than just your average park. Located under the grand entryway to the town at the base of the Ravenel Bridge, this park has a lush lawn perfect for family picnics and a nautical-themed playground. Soft-serve ice cream is available at the River Watch Café, along with beautiful views of the Charleston Harbor and the Mount Pleasant Pier, a 1,250-foot-long pier where you can sit and swing a while, or try your hand at fishing. While you’re there, get a feel for the local culture at the Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Pavilion, War Memorial and Visitor Center.

2 people sitting and smiling on a swing at the waterfront park

the old village

If there was an opportunity to step back in time to see what the “original small town” Mount Pleasant felt like with gorgeous historic homes, endearing local shops and eateries, and a magical coastline all underneath draping Spanish moss, this is the place.

An American Flag hanging outside a building in the old village

Walking Trails Guide

From boardwalks to natural paths, this is your ultimate guide to hitting the trails in Mount Pleasant! Some of these trails are pet-friendly. Remember to leave nothing behind but wonderful memories and pawprints!

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Memories are only a few clicks away. Explore all Mount Pleasant has to offer below.

H AND R SWEET SHOP

Icon102 Royall Ave, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA

Hidden gem for burgers and soul food.

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BON BANH MI (OAKLAND MARKET)

Icon1100 Oakland Market Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29466, USA

Southeast Asian kitchen, we take pride in the ingredients we use and prepare them with care.

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MAINLAND CONTAINER CO.

Icon1528 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA

Laid-back outpost with ample outdoor seating, serving seasonal tacos, sandwiches, salads & seafood.

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DOUBLETREE BY HILTON

Icon1330 Stuart Engals Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC, USA

Located southwest of Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre, with quick access to I-526 and US-17. Beaches are just 10 minutes away, and we are less than 20 minutes from downtown Charleston attractions like the aquarium, historic city market, and the Battery. Choose from a wide variety of local eateries, or dine on-site at Pleasant Café.

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TASI BITES & BLENDS

Icon1948 Long Grove Dr #5, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA

Fresh juice, smoothies, crêpes, sandwiches & espresso in a light-filled, contemporary space.

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CAVA MEZZE GRILL

Icon1242 Belk Dr Suite 102, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

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LOLA LOWCOUNTRY KITCHEN

Icon1036 Chuck Dawley Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA

Authentic Louisiana Cuisine with a Low Country , Family-Friendly Atmosphere.

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LANGDON’S RESTAURANT & WINE BAR

Icon778 S Shelmore Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA

Contemporary dining room for refined takes on classic Southern food & an acclaimed wine list.

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BOXCAR BETTY’S

Icon1701 Shoremeade Rd suite 610, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA

Serves award winning fried chicken sandwiches, burgers and southern sides.

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