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Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site, a tourist attraction like no other, is a must-visit destination in Charleston, SC. As a historical place museum, we offer a unique glimpse into the region's rich history. Our state park is spread across 80 acres of beautiful natural surroundings, providing a serene atmosphere for visitors of all ages. Explore our park and discover the site where a group of English settlers established the first permanent English settlement in 1670. Our museum features exhibits showcasing the history of the area, including artifacts and interactive displays. Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site is an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts, with walking trails, a marsh boardwalk, and a beautiful tidal marsh. Take a stroll along the riverfront, enjoy a picnic with family and friends, or simply relax in our peaceful surroundings. Located at 1500 Old Towne Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, we're easily accessible and offer ample parking. Come and experience the natural beauty and rich history of Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Sylvain Francois
Sylvain Francois -Google user
2 months ago
The zoo is awful (if you justify locking animals for their protection or health, how are these tiny cages still allowed these days?🤦). But the rest of the park is beautiful, and really well maintained, with good historical context. …
Beth Pamula
Beth Pamula -Google user
9 months ago
The last time we visited was about 20 years ago...they have made many improvements! The visitors center is informative and very well done. It is suitable for all ages. When you venture outside, the walk to view the native animals and the site of the...Read More
Kelli Ferguson
Kelli Ferguson -Google user
6 months ago
This place is a gem right in the heart of the Charleston area! We visited with two kids and rented bikes so we could explore all of it. They loved the ship and I loved all the gorgeous oak trees. Everyone enjoyed the animal forest....Read More
Beth McK
Beth McK -Google user
11 months ago
One of the best state parks in SC. There is so much to see and do. The loop trail is 2 miles long and visiting the zoo is a mile or so more. Some of the animals at the zoo are hard to see, but...Read More
Erin Rose Raduazo
Erin Rose Raduazo -Google user
4 months ago
Great location for family portraits and exploring. I take my clients here for unbeatable views of live oaks and dreamy Spanish moss.
Jaxon Hale
Jaxon Hale -Google user
a year ago
The park is expensive to get in, but I understand how expensive it is to maintain a zoo so I see why. We started by going in the visitors center and it's a beautiful and large building. We went through the museum and then continued...Read More
Michelle Green
Michelle Green -Google user
3 months ago
The grounds were OK. It was a nice nature walk. Feel sorry for the animals there they look so sad and neglected. I’m pretty sure because of this I will not go back. I don’t know which is worse Bee City or here I wish...Read More
Mary Alexander
Mary Alexander -Google user
9 months ago
Beautiful property. The zoo area was pretty cool! Saw giant gators and fish in the ponds. Rideable with a bike, walkable. Wear cozy shoes, there are red ants nesting around so watch out. Such a cool place!
Marcus Sizemore
Marcus Sizemore -Google user
a month ago
Our toddler loves the animal forest! The animal forest is a great bonus for visiting this historical gem. All of the animals are native (or at one time were native) to South Carolina. The animals are well cared for and cannot be released into...Read More
steve campbell
steve campbell -Google user
a month ago
Very nice park. Grounds are well maintained. The canon demonstration was impressive! My only quibble is with the zoo. While I think I understand the motivation to cage up wild animals, I imagine the animals might enjoy their freedom too. Having said that: bison are very...Read More

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