Mount Pleasant, SC

Travel Guide

USS Yorktown showing aircraft
USS Yorktown which includes aircraft and interior views
Patriots Point which includes military items
USS Yorktown showing a bay or harbor
Patriots Point showing interior views and military items

Where to stay in Mount Pleasant

If your looking for an evening sunset and a cold drink look for the Shark Fin bar... Outdoor and super small but great views.

Old Village

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Old Village, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Pleasant Sports Complex and Alhambra Hall.

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Old Village Historical District

Old Village Historical District might not have many top sights, but Shem Creek Park and Mount Pleasant Sports Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Scanlonville

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

While Scanlonville isn't home to many top sights, Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and Shem Creek Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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I'On

While there might not be top attractions in I'On, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shem Creek Park and Patriots Point.

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Mount Pleasant Historic District

Stunning beaches, island views, and popular shops are just a few popular features of Mount Pleasant Historic District. If you're interested in exploring the neighborhood, Alhambra Hall is a top sight to visit.

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Harborgate Shores

While there might not be top attractions in Harborgate Shores, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Pleasant Square Shopping Center and Tolers Cove Marina.

Harborgate Shores
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Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

3.5 out of 5
250 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard Mount Pleasant SC
Fully refundable
$113 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$128 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The location is great. Amenities are good for couples, families, even pets.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
20 Patriots Point Rd Mount Pleasant SC
$141 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$159 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,017 reviews)
My son and I truly enjoyed spending Thanksgiving at Harbourside Charleston Marina & Resort. From the moment we arrived, everything felt welcoming and comfortable. Our hotel room was exceptionally clean and fresh, which made our stay even more relaxing. We’re already looking forward to returning during ...

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston

3 out of 5
1472 Highway 17 North Mount Pleasant SC
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$107 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,795 reviews)
Pefect stay

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
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stayAPT Suites North Charleston

stayAPT Suites North Charleston

4 out of 5
9331 Blue House Rd North Charleston SC
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (250 reviews)
Very clean and family friendly

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

stayAPT Suites North Charleston
The Iris Charleston

The Iris Charleston

3 out of 5
84 Line St Charleston SC
Stay at this apartment in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
Clean room, quiet and easy to walk to places

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

The Iris Charleston
OCEANFRONT / Sleeps 16 / BELLA VISTA / POOL / SPA / ELEVATOR / ELEGANT HOME

OCEANFRONT / Sleeps 16 / BELLA VISTA / POOL / SPA / ELEVATOR / ELEGANT HOME

Isle of Palms South Carolina
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Isle of Palms. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Great location and we loved the spa and pool

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

OCEANFRONT / Sleeps 16 / BELLA VISTA / POOL / SPA / ELEVATOR / ELEGANT HOME
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Popular places to visit

Patriots Point featuring military items

Patriots Point

4.5/5(1,072 reviews)

Learn about American military heroes, climb aboard the vessels in the harbor and sleep the night in the quarters of a ship.

Patriots Point
USS Yorktown which includes aircraft

USS Yorktown

4.5/5(897 reviews)

Tour an aircraft carrier that earned its battle stars in World War II and the Vietnam War.

USS Yorktown
Shem Creek Park

Shem Creek Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Shem Creek Park, a lovely green space in Mount Pleasant. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Shem Creek Park
Beautiful entrance to Boone Hall Plantation. Nice plantation to visit as it is a working farm.

Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens

4.5/5(317 reviews)

Find out about the history of Mount Pleasant when you take a trip to Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens

Charleston Harbor Marina

4.5/5(314 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Mount Pleasant with a trip to Charleston Harbor Marina. Visit the area's churches or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Charleston Harbor Marina

Mount Pleasant Towne Centre

4.5/5(34 reviews)

During your trip to Mount Pleasant, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Mount Pleasant Towne Centre

Things to do

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

$50
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Folly River Morris Island Dolphin and Exploration Adventure

Folly River Dolphin Adventure (options for private or public)

$50
per adult
Folly River Dolphin Adventure (options for private or public)
St. Michael's Church

Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing

$26
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing
USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access

USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access

$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

$50
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: City Bus Tour Ticket with Live Commentary

Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing

$37
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston: See it All City Tour with Adventure Sightseeing
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Reviews of Mount Pleasant

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
774
5 - Excellent 56%
4 - Good
529
4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
61
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
6
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
4
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

easy access to beach, Charleston and highways. Plenty of restaurants and friendly people.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great family beach and area. Just no where to park because so many people want to go on the beach.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very nice area. Family oriented. Only issue we had was and extreme amount of people on the beach and no where to park. But still way better than MB.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

People at Trader Joe’s were amazing and Sullivan’s island was great. Patriots Point was amazing.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Mt Pleasant S.C is a beautiful city overall, we just love love love this city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It was a wonderful trip overall and I would return without a strict pandemic! Lots of restaurants were doing smaller limited menus and store hours closed earlier also was told you can’t have beach chairs on the Sullivan island beach? 100$ fine if so

Cities near Mount Pleasant

North Charleston

North Charleston

Isle of Palms

Isle of Palms

Charleston

Charleston

Fort Moultrie which includes heritage elements and military items

Sullivan's Island

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