Glimpses of Charleston

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Philadelphia Alley is perhaps the most famous of Charleston's cool alleys. It has had a number of names over the years, but was named for the city of Philadelphia in 1811 after it had sent generous financial aid to help Charleston after a large fire in 1810.

Philadelphia Alley is perhaps the most famous of Charleston’s cool alleys. It has had a number of names over the years, but was named for […]

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This garden belongs to the Simmons-Edwards House on Legare Street, more commonly referred to as the Pineapple Gates House. The stone pineapples are a symbol for "welcome."
First Baptist Church was designed by the famed architect Robert Mills. Mills is perhaps best known for designing the Washington Monument, honoring the United States' first president.
The gate in front of this Charleston house was designed by Philip Simmons, the legendary Charleston blacksmith.  What an amazing, talented and wonderful man.
Lodge Alley is one of Charleston's cool alleys and cut-throughs. Running between State and East Bay Streets, it's a great way to get where you're going.

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Featured Food

The Best Breakfast in Charleston

Glimpses’ favorite spot for breakfast, especially during the week when it is mainly just locals, is the Marina Variety Store Restaurant. General ly known by the shorthand, “The Marina,” its menu spans the range from traditional eggs and bacon, pancakes and waffles, to the much more special “Low Country Hashbrowns” or the “Famous Fried Green […]

Best Seafood in Charleston?

There are so many ways seafood can be prepared and eaten in Charleston. From the wonderful Dave’s Carryout (a corner dive, which fries it up deliciously) to the fancier Amen Street  to many more in between (the tourist oriented Hyman’s, the communal tables at Hank’s Seafood, the newly converted food truck to restaurant Roadside Seafood, to the […]

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Featured Activities

Weekend Events

Looking for something fun or unusual to do in Charleston this weekend? You can find a full slate of events here. Enjoy!

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