17 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in South Carolina

 

South Carolina, The Palmetto State, offers some of the most beautiful and spectacular sights and places to visit! Just browse through these awesome pictures and be amazed by it’s beauty.

Hilton Head Island

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Hilton Head Island,South Carolina

Hilton Head Island is one of South Carolina’s most beautiful locations, boasting rich historical importance and a wide range of cultural attractions. The island, named after the man who discovered it, Captain William Hilton, has 12 miles of beaches and has developed into a popular holiday destination. The Hilton Head Choral Society, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina and many community festivals are among the top-class cultural options on offer on the island today. More than 1,500 domestic and international wines are tasted at the island’s WineFest event, while Hilton Head is a golfer’s paradise with 24 great courses to choose from.

Cypress Gardens

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Cypress Gardens

A massive blackwater bald cypress/tupelo swamp is the centerpiece of Cypress Gardens, a huge preserve and gardens located at Moncks Corner in South Carolina. Foot paths lead visitors throughout the gardens, while there are also flat-bottom boats available to take trips in the swamp. Attractions at the gardens also include Butterfly House and an Aviary, as well as a Swamparium with local venomous snakes, native and exotic fish and siren salamanders.

Morris Island

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Morris Island

Morris Island is another of South Carolina’s important historical sites. While the island is uninhabited, it acted as a vital strategic defense point in the Civil War. Morris Island Lighthouse is one of the few landmarks on Morris Island, standing at the south side of Charleston Harbor. Over the years land erosion has reduced the size of the island, so time may well be running out to appreciate its rugged unspoiled beauty. The Thriller Charleston high speed boat trip is an exciting journey that travels close to Morris Island.

Lee Falls

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Lee Falls, South Carolina

The stunning Lee Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in the South, standing at 75-feet. The waterfall can be found close to Walhalla in Oconee County, but hikers will have to navigate a natural trail, with the walk likely to take between one and two hours to complete. The trek is usually accessible between March and October depending on the weather and the trip is well worth it as Lee Falls is definitely one of the most beautiful locations in South Carolina.