Shopping in Charleston, SC

While Charleston does boast rich history, delicious food and intricate architecture, the heart of the city is really in downtown’s King Street Shopping District. In fact, Forbe’s Traveler magazine named King Street one of the 10 best shopping districts in the US. Fifteen easily walk able blocks are lined with shops, from Broad Street to Spring Street—with very diverse offerings.

The lower part of King Street, from Broad to Market, encompasses the historic and antique shopping district. This is a great place to find those unique art and furniture pieces.

The mid section of King Street is definitely dedicated to fashion. You’ll find local designers’ boutiques like K. Morgan, Sage and Ben Silver mixed in with brand name favorites like BCBG, Banana Republic and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Crossing Calhoun Street marks the passage into the Upper King Design District, an up-and-coming commercial area. Here you’ll find trendy bridal shops, home-décor stores and a lot of unique specialty finds.

A must-visit place in Charleston is the Old City Market, which is a public open-air section of downtown. Here you’ll find a mix of local crafts, clothing, souvenirs and collectibles. Plan on making a day out of the Market for a true feel of Charleston culture.

Whatever you're seeking, from the trendy to the traditional to the rare, Charleston guarantees an unforgettable "shop until you drop" experience.

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