Is Charleston good for kids?

Yes — horse-drawn carriage rides, dolphin harbor cruises and Folly Beach all delight families.

What are the best things to do in Charleston with children?

Take a carriage ride, cruise the harbor for dolphins, and enjoy Folly Beach.

Are harbor cruises good for families?

Yes — spotting dolphins and seeing Fort Sumter are a hit with children.

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Charleston with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Charleston is a charming family destination. Here is how to spend a family trip — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

1Carriage ride
2Harbor cruise
3Boone Hall
4Folly Beach

The carriage

A horse-drawn ride through history.

The harbor

Dolphins and Fort Sumter.

The beach

Folly Beach fun.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Charleston — prices per person.

Hilton Head Island

#1 Historical Horse Drawn Carriage Tour

Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise Scenic Views and Dolphin Spotting

Folly Dolphin Adventure (Private or Public) to 12 guests

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

Fort Myers Beach Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour

Private Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Charleston

90 minute Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Cruise

4.9(244)·2 hours

from$55/ person

via Viator

Charleston with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

At a glance

The carriage

The harbor

The beach

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Charleston with kids — FAQ

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