After years of visiting St. Simons Island on the Georgia Coast, I decided to give Charleston SC a visit. Once we find a place we like, we visit a couple of times of year, love the coastal cities. Our visit started with a nightmare but ended well. DO NOT STOP AT THE WELCOME CENTER.We stopped at the welcome center, next thing I know, it was like being in a car dealership being sold. While appearing to be given discounts and great information, next thing I know I am being rushed into a 120 minute sales presentation. The man at the counter says. you gotta use the ATM, leave $20 with me, when you show up for your tour (code word for sales pitch) they will give you $20 back. Why? Well so they make sure you show up to get your discounts.....Huh?..... As I am being rushed to my car I read the fine print and realize where I am headed. I return, get my $20 back, tell him to cancel the great rate on the hotel room in which he took my credit card number for. I find the hotel to ensure my room had been canceled (now I am on alert) They apologize and give me the rate anyway. Everyone in the city (except the WELCOME center) was very polite and helpful. I will return next year, but educated on the system.
Awesome portraits of presidents including George Washington, Andrew Jackson, and James Monroe. Free.
Could use planning management improvements.
A must see when visiting Charleston and the last stop for a public restroom before going to White Point Gardens!
Tour the Council Chambers, its like an unknown art gallery !