South Carolina City Makes National Geographic Top Destination List

Author Rob Tanner

October 27th, 2022 5:47 AM

Whether you are looking for a place to move, visit, or add to your bucket list, National Geographic has you covered.  They have released their top destinations for 2023.

According to CBS58, coming in at No.1 was Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  They state it’s “a vibrant Great Lakes city that celebrates its cultural community as much as its breweries.” Also on the list are Alberta, Canada, Ghana, Big Bend National Park, Egypt, Switzerland, Utah, and Austria.

When it came to the top destinations for culture, Charleston, SC made the list. Charleston certainly has its own vibe. Congratulations.  Here is some of the list.

CULTURE

Appian Way, Italy
Busan, South Korea
Longmen Grottoes, Henan Province, China
Egypt
Charleston, South Carolina

NATURE

Scottish Highlands
Botswana
Slovenia
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Azores

ADVENTURE

New Zealand
Choquequirao, Peru
Utah
Austrian Alps
Revillagigedo National Park, Mexico

COMMUNITY

Dodecanese Islands, Greece
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Alberta, Canada
Laos
Ghana

FAMILY

Trinidad & Tobago
San Francisco Crosstown Trail, California
Colombia
Manchester, United Kingdom
Switzerland

20 Must Visit Famous Landmarks in South Carolina

• 20. TRINITY EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL IN COLUMBIA

  This cathedral is the oldest episcopal cathedral in South Carolina. The original church was built in 1812 and later transformed into the beautiful landmark that stands today. The church has a burial site where famous South Carolinians like American Revolutionary War Generals, poet Henry Timrod, six of South Carolina’s governors, and Dr. Thomas Cooper, former president of South Carolina College, were laid to rest.

• 19. BEAUFORT NATIONAL CEMETERY

  Home to the gravesites of more than 18,500 veterans from every war since the Civil War is Beaufort National Cemetery. The cemetery is shaped like a semi-circle with the roads laid out like spokes on wheels. 

• 18. MYRTLE BEACH PIER

  Visit Myrtle Beach and stop by to experience their 8 piers offering fishing, art, music, food, and more. This is one of South Carolina’s most famous vacation destinations.

• 17. USS YORKTOWN AND PATRIOTS POINT

  Patriot’s Point is a naval maritime museum in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina (near Charleston). It consists of 3 naval vessels with war participation history. The USS Yorktown is a WWII-era aircraft carrier and is Patriots Point’s top attraction for visitors. 

  @the_mighty_bismarck

  An Experience I’ll never forget #CapCut #ussyorktown #usslaffey #patriotspoint #charlestonsc #aircraftcarrier #destroyer #warships #fyp

  ♬ original sound - The MIGHTY Bismarck

• 16. FORT SUMTER AND CHARLESTON HARBOUR

  Fort Sumter is a sea fort that was erected in 1812 to protect Charleston from naval invasion. This was the official location to the start of the Civil War where the first shots took place and the war began. 

   

• 15. MAGNOLIA PLANTATION GARDEN

  Magnolia Plantation is one of the oldest attractions and most visited plantations in Charleston. Visitors can tour and learn about the dark history of this home.

  @lovehopeandstrength

  #magnoliaplantation #magnoliaplantation #magnoliaplantationandgardens #summervillesouthcarolina #plantation fyp@stevenewman597

  ♬ Background Music - Avatar

• 14. MIDDLETON PLACE

  Visit Middleton Place in Charleston and experience the oldest landscaped gardens in America. The landmark is a living museum that houses artisans who demonstrate pottery, blacksmithing, etc. 

• 13. RAINBOW ROW AND THE CHARLESTON HISTORIC DISTRICT

  If you’re ever in Charleston Rainbow Row is a MUST! These 13 homes painted in pastel colors is one of Charleston’s and South Carolina most noticeable landmarks.

  @sammcclendon

  Have you been? #charleston #charlestonsc #charlestonsouthcarolina #rainbowrow #travelusa #usaroadtrip

  ♬ Here Comes the Sun - The Beatles Revival Band & Orchestra

• 12. TABLE ROCK MOUNTAIN

  Table Rock Mountain is a portion of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the upstate. Visitors can hike to the top and even experience the views of the beautiful waterfalls.

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• 11. LAKE JOCASSEE

  Lake Jocassee is a hidden South Carolina treasure. This is your chance to view crystal-blue water in South Carolina’s northwestern corner. 

  @jackiek0122

  Lake Jocassee, South Carolina #lakeside #summervacation #waterfalls #cliffjumping #clearwater

  ♬ Astronaut In The Ocean - Masked Wolf

• 10. SAVANNAH RIVER

  The Savannah River is the longest river in the state running at 301 miles. The river marks the border between Georgia and South Carolina and flows to meet the Atlantic Ocean. 

  @jayla2669

  Boating down the River. Beautiful Lowcountry rivers #savannahriver #sundayfunday #southcarolina #carolinaskiff

  ♬ Gin N Juice (feat. Dat Nigga Daz) - Snoop Dogg

• 9. SASSAFRAS MOUNTAIN

  At 3553 ft. above sea level, the Sassafras Mountain is the highest point in the state. Climb to the top and catch the fantastic views. Stand in two states at once because the state line of North and South Carolina passes through the tower structure. 

  @twinmomplus2more

  #highestpointinsc #sc #southcarolina #sassafras #sassafrasmountain #ncscline #mountain #comealongwithme #explore #exploresc #mountains #mountainview

  ♬ Calm - Relaxing Music

• 8. FALLS PARK ON THE REEDY, GREENVILLE

  This 32 acre gem is right in the heart of Downtown Greenville. This landmark is the birthplace to Greenville in South Carolina. It was built in 1967 and replaced textile mills near the river.

  @sirwaltardon

  Falls Park on the Reedy Greenville, SC

  ♬ Way down We Go - KALEO

   

• 7. COLIGNY BEACH, HILTON HEAD ISLAND

  5 miles of a sandy slice of Atlantic coastline is one of the top beaches in the area of Hilton Head. From the beach to restaurants to stores, you will enjoy all this beach has to offer.

  @lowcountry_wanderer

  Access to beach, bars, and swings 🥰 #hiltonhead #southcarolina

  ♬ Surf - Mac Miller

• 6. RAVEN CLIFF FALLS, CLEVELAND

  Visit the waterfall that is the highest and most photographed in South Carolina. Located in Greenville County, the waterfall formed because of a sudden drop in the Blue Ridge Mountains escarpment. 

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• 5. THE FAMOUS PEACHOID IN GAFFNEY

  This may not be Georgia, but South Carolina is truly the home to the peach. South Carolina’s official state fruit is indeed, the peach. Visit Peach County and take a picture with this famous landmark.

  @clayguffey

  Peachoid water tower in Gaffney, SC. #peachoid #gaffneysc

  ♬ Peaches - The Presidents of the United States of America

• 4. ANGEL OAK TREE ON JOHNS ISLAND

  Head back down to the Lowcountry and visit the Angel Oak Tree. It is one of the largest and oldest live oak trees east of the Mississippi located on Johns Island. 

  @meganellis_

  400 year old oak tree! #angeloaktree #southcarolina #southern #tree #naturelover #naturelove #charleston #roadtrip #adventure

  ♬ Colours - Goth Babe

• 3. ARTHUR RAVENEL JR. BRIDGE, MOUNT PLEASANT

  The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge down in Charleston was one of North America’s longest bridges when it was inaugurated in 2005. You can not only drive across, but also walk, run, skate or bike along the trail on the sides of the bridge over the Cooper River. 

  @meredithlanelex

  Well this was super fun! 🛼#arthurravenelbridge #rollerskating #rollerblading #90skids #charleston #aboutdamntime #skating

  ♬ original sound - Ian Asher

• 2. SOUTH CAROLINA STATE HOUSE

  Head to Downtown Columbia to visit the SC State House and government headquarters. The building is over 150+ years old and also houses the South Carolina General Assembly and South Carolina’s Governor’s and Lieutenant Governor’s offices.

• 1. CHARLESTON PINEAPPLE FOUNTAIN

  Of course, Charleston has the top landmark! Visit the Charleston Pineapple Fountain for an amazing view and photo op. Pineapples are not indigenous to the area, historically, they symbolised hospitality and hints of a juicy Carolinian colonial past.

  @tattedgingerjen

  Take a moment. Pineapple Fountain-Charleston, SC. #charleston #southcarolina #pineapple #relax #travel #vacationmode #wanderlust #takeamoment

  ♬ original sound - jen

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