{"id":156,"date":"2025-04-16T12:55:30","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T12:55:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/?page_id=156"},"modified":"2026-03-05T20:22:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T20:22:08","slug":"charleston","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/charleston\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Charleston"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-explore-charleston-america-s-favorite-city\">Explore Charleston: America&#8217;s Favorite City<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Charleston, South Carolina, is a city rich in history, charm and coastal beauty. Known for its iconic Rainbow Row, Pineapple Fountain and Angel Oak Tree, Charleston offers a unique blend of historical landmarks, scenic beaches and a thriving arts and culinary scene. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/wba-2024-cities-united-states-8654364\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Travel + Leisure<\/a> <\/strong>has ranked Charleston as the No. 3 city in the U.S.- and it&#8217;s easy to see why. From ghost tours to cobblestone streets to world-class dining and outdoor adventures, the opportunities are endless. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/138\/2025\/04\/st-michaels-3-21.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of downtown Charleston\" class=\"wp-image-144\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/138\/2025\/04\/st-michaels-3-21.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/138\/2025\/04\/st-michaels-3-21-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-things-to-do-in-charleston\">Things To Do in Charleston<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Historic Sites &amp; Architecture<\/strong> &#8211; Walk through the Battery, visit Fort Sumter or explore Charles Towne Landing. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Outdoor Adventures<\/strong> &#8211; Enjoy beaches, boating, kayaking and hiking year-round. The Swain Boating Center at The Citadel offers direct access to the Ashley River, with rentals available for students and staff.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arts &amp; Culture<\/strong> &#8211; Experience Spoleto Festival USA, Charleston Food + Wine Festival and Charleston Fashion Week. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dining &amp; Shopping<\/strong> &#8211; Discover award-winning Lowcountry cuisine and boutique shopping on King Street.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-citadel-and-charleston\">The Citadel and Charleston<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on the North end of Downtown Charleston, The Citadel&#8217;s campus is just 30 minutes from some of the best beaches in the Southeast. Nestled beside Hampton Park, students and staff can enjoy scenic walking trails and lush floral displays right next door. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Charleston strikes the perfect balance &#8211; big enough for vibrant cultural life, yet small enough to feel like home. Whether you&#8217;re here for a visit or consider making Charleston your new home, you&#8217;ll quickly see why it remains one of the most beloved cities in the country.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/138\/2025\/04\/20221112_Summerall-Guards_Yorktown_16821-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Cadets marching in front of the Ravenal bridge\" class=\"wp-image-145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/138\/2025\/04\/20221112_Summerall-Guards_Yorktown_16821-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/138\/2025\/04\/20221112_Summerall-Guards_Yorktown_16821-300x200.jpg 300w, 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has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/campus-tours\/\">Campus Tours<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"864\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/138\/2025\/04\/3363931051_5f5c305213_o1.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown Charleston from the harbor\" class=\"wp-image-142\" style=\"width:371px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/visit-the-citadel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/138\/2025\/04\/3363931051_5f5c305213_o1.jpg 864w, 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