Sightseeing
Relax by the beautiful Beaufort river surrounded by quaint shops and restaurants. There are swings available to relax in while soaking in the amazing view. A playground is nearby for the kids at the end of the waterfront.
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Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Bay StreetRelax by the beautiful Beaufort river surrounded by quaint shops and restaurants. There are swings available to relax in while soaking in the amazing view. A playground is nearby for the kids at the end of the waterfront.
Sightseeing
One of the first established schools for freed slaves in the area. The campus has a museum, gift shop and lots of historical information. Walking tours are available weather permitting.
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Penn Center
16 Penn Center Cir EOne of the first established schools for freed slaves in the area. The campus has a museum, gift shop and lots of historical information. Walking tours are available weather permitting.
Food scene
The best, fresh, seafood dishes. Open for dinner but, always crowded with a waiting list.
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Lady's Island Dockside
71 Sea Island PkwyThe best, fresh, seafood dishes. Open for dinner but, always crowded with a waiting list.
The Upper Crust
97 Sea Island PkwyGreat food, a local favorite.
Good sandwiches on fresh, locally made buns. Can be crowded during lunch hours so best to call in orders.
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Alvin Ord's Sandwich Shop
1415 Ribaut RdGood sandwiches on fresh, locally made buns. Can be crowded during lunch hours so best to call in orders.
On the way to the beach, Hunting Island State Park. Excellent deep fried, seafood ( baked dishes also). Good prices and large portions.
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Johnson Creek Tavern
2141 Sea Island PkwyOn the way to the beach, Hunting Island State Park. Excellent deep fried, seafood ( baked dishes also). Good prices and large portions.
Huddle House
92 Sea Island PkwyClean restaurant with good food. Breakfasts are a favorite here.
Beach
Beautiful, serene, quiet beach. Not crowded except for holidays. There is a per vehicle fee to enter Hunting Island State Park where the beach is located.
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Hunting Island State Park Beach
Beautiful, serene, quiet beach. Not crowded except for holidays. There is a per vehicle fee to enter Hunting Island State Park where the beach is located.
Outdoor Farmers Market
Vendors with various types of local products ranging from fruits, vegetables and bakery items
Port Royal Farmers' Market
Pinckney BoulevardAmacebiso ngesixeko
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Weather & Incests
Seasonally mild weather. Rain showers are a common occurrence. During the warm months mosquitoes and other incests frequent the area so bring incest repellent and sunscreen.
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Air travel
Beaufort is located closer to Savannah,GA (45 miles) vs. Charleston,SC (75 miles). Hilton Head Island, SC airport (41 miles away). Consider these options when making flight plans. There is no public transportation and very limited Uber/Lyft service. There is a lengthy security check in process on Parris Island to gain access to the base for visitors/family attending USMC recruit graduation.
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Comfortable Shoes
Lots of uneven walking paths, some unpaved surfaces. Costal sand is everywhere.