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Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
1.56km from Mount Pleasant
The Charles Pinckney National Historic Site is a unit of the United States National Park Service, preserving a portion of Charles Pinckney's Snee Farm plantation and country retreat. It is a place that was blessed with natural beauty and is one of the main attractions in Charleston county.
Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens
2.92km from Mount Pleasant
This is one of America's oldest working plantations, continually growing crops for over 320 years. The plantation includes a large Colonial Revival plantation house, a number of slave cabins or cottages, several flower gardens and more.
Old College Historic District
6.74km from Mount Pleasant
The Old College Historic District in Delaware refers to a significant area within the University of Delaware campus. It centers around Old College, a prominent building that stands as one of the university's oldest and most iconic structures. Constructed in the mid-1800s, Old College boasts stunning Gothic Revival architecture and serves as a symbol of the university's rich history and academic tradition.
Sullivans Island
7.51km from Mount Pleasant
Sullivan's Island is a town and island in Charleston County. Sullivan's Island was the point of entry for approximately 40 percent of the 400,000 enslaved Africans brought to British North America; it has been likened to Ellis Island, the 19th-century reception point for immigrants in New York City. During the American Revolution, the island was the site of a major battle at Fort Sullivan on June 28, 1776, since renamed Fort Moultrie in honor of the American commander at the battle.
Daniel Island
8.36km from Mount Pleasant
Daniel Island, nestled in Berkeley County, South Carolina, is a carefully planned and thriving island community that offers a unique blend of modern living, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community. This picturesque island has become a sought-after destination for residents and visitors looking for a tranquil yet vibrant place to call home.
Fort Moultrie
8.58km from Mount Pleasant
Fort Moultrie is a series of fortifications on Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, built to protect the city of Charleston. It is the only area of the National Park System where the entire 171-year history of American seacoast defense can be traced.
Patriots Point
8.58km from Mount Pleasant
Patriot's Point was a pre-war historical site which hosted a mock military base. It is now home for three museum ships which has a lot of exhibits which says about the past and is one of the famous landmark in the Charleston county.
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
8.64km from Mount Pleasant
Also known as the Ravenel Bridge which is a cable-stayed bridge over the Cooper River in South Carolina, USA, connecting downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant. It was the third longest cable-stayed bridges in the Western Hemisphere.
Isle of Palms
8.9km from Mount Pleasant
Isle of Palms is a barrier island on the South Carolina coast. The city is included within the Charleston-North Charleston-Summerville metropolitan area and the Charleston-North Charleston Urbanized Area. It is an affluent community of both vacation homeowners and year-round residents, with large beachfront homes, resorts, and local restaurants. Beach volleyball is popular in the summer, and the "Windjammer" club hosts several tournaments throughout the year.
Charleston Harbor
9.64km from Mount Pleasant
One of the famous harbors in the United States which was located in Charleston county. Named in honor of the King of England, Charles II. This harbor is one of the tourist places which was important both historically and economically.
Fort Sumter National Monument
9.89km from Mount Pleasant
Fort Sumter is a sea fort in Charleston, South Carolina, notable for two battles, the first of which signified the start of the American Civil War. It was one of a number of special forts planned after the War of 1812, combining high walls and heavy masonry, and classified as Third System.
South Carolina Aquarium
10.17km from Mount Pleasant
Located on the historic Charleston Harbor. It is home to more than ten thousand plants and animals. The largest exhibit in the zoo is the Great Ocean Tank, which extends from the first to the third floor of the Aquarium and is the deepest tank in North America. There are also so many wonders in and around this place.
Wando Bridge
10.2km from Mount Pleasant
Wando Bridge, located in Berkeley County, South Carolina, is a critical and iconic transportation infrastructure that plays a pivotal role in the region's connectivity and commerce. This impressive bridge spans the Wando River, connecting Charleston and Mount Pleasant, and is a vital artery for both commuters and the movement of goods in the Charleston metropolitan area.
Magnolia Cemetery
10.78km from Mount Pleasant
A historic rural cemetery in Charleston which was constructed during 1850, It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a Historic District in 1978.
Waterfront Park
10.85km from Mount Pleasant
One of the peninsula's most visited parks, Waterfront Park opened in 1990 and offers fantastic views of the Charleston Harbor. Gardens, fountains, walking paths and plenty of park benches are availble on the property. The park is open daily.
Aiken-Rhett House Museum
10.93km from Mount Pleasant
The Gov. William Aiken House was built in 1820 at 48 Elizabeth Street, in the Wraggborough neighborhood of Charleston. The house is considered to be the best-preserved complex of antebellum domestic structures in Charleston.
The Charleston Museum
11.09km from Mount Pleasant
One of the oldest museums in the United States, located in the Wraggborough neighborhood in Charleston. Its highly regarded collection includes historic artifacts, natural history, decorative arts and two historic Charleston houses.
Joseph Manigault House
11.1km from Mount Pleasant
This is a historic house museum at 350 Meeting Street in Charleston built in 1803. It was nationally significant as a well-executed and preserved example of Adam style architecture. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1973.
St. Philip's Church
11.13km from Mount Pleasant
A historic church at 142 Church Street in Charleston. this stuccoed brick church features an imposing tower designed in the Wren-Gibbs tradition. Three Tuscan pedimented porticoes contribute to this design to make a building of the highest quality and sophistication. It is the oldest European-American religious congregation in South Carolina.
Old Slave Mart Museum
11.14km from Mount Pleasant
A huge building that once housed an antebellum slave auction gallery constructed in 1859. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places for its role in Charleston's African-American history. Today, the building houses the Old Slave Mart Museum.
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Mt Pleasant, SC, USA
Mount Pleasant is a large suburban town in Charleston County. It is the fourth largest municipality and largest town in South Carolina, and for several years was one of the state's fastest-growing area.