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Located in the heart of Charleston’s historic district, this prominent landmark provides a spectacular view of Fort Sumter and Charleston Harbor, where the Ashley and Cooper rivers empty into the Atlantic Ocean. It was first used as a public garden in 1837. With the outbreak of the Civil War, it became a fortification for the city. Visitors today also find an impressive display of historic mortars and cannons from the Civil War used to shell as well as defend the city. At the corner of Murray and East Bay there is a Confederate monument.

In the early 1720s, the infamous "gentleman" pirate Stede Bonnet was hanged here with about 50 others like him. Townspeople filled the gallows area and jeered as the outlaw was brought to his rightful end. Bonnet was buried in the nearby marsh. His epitaph has been memorialized and stands today in the park.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Twenty-Seven State Street B&B

(c. 1800) Located in the French Quarter of the orginial walled city; Our carriage house suites each have a private entrance and overlook a courtyard; Free parking ; SC Bed and Breakfast Assn. Charter member;

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Residence Inn

All suite hotel with a 24 hour message service; Laundry facilities, iron and ironing boards; Sport court with tennis, volleyball and basketball; Complimentary grocery shopping; fireplaces;

Charleston, SC Businesses

Zero Water Street Bed And Breakfast

(c.1836) Antebellum mansion with piazza overlooking Charleston Harbor; Private entrance; Fresh flowers. SC Bed & Breakfast Assn member. Charleston Bed &

Charleston, SC Businesses

Holiday Inn Historic District

Centrally located; ; Arrangements for tours, etc.; Decorated with beautiful reproductions of 18th century furnishings;

Charleston, SC Businesses

Wild Dunes Resort

Just 20 minutes from downtown Charleston, Wild Dunes Resort is a 1,600

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Things to do near Charleston, SC

Joseph Fields Farm

Jams and in-season fruits and vegetables available May through August....

Country Inn & Suites

Come enjoy our country hospitality. Some say it's our business-friendly rooms. Others mention our cozy lobby fireplace. Wh...

Rutledge Victorian Inn & Guest House

Elegant century old house with rare decorative; Italianate architecture and beautiful ceiling moldings. Orginally known as th...

Hampton Inn And Suites

Landscaped garden courtyard; Data ports in all rooms and high speed wireless access in building, meeting facilities; Close to...