Historic District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial panorama of Beaufort, South Carolina with cruise ship in port.
Aerial panorama of Beaufort, South Carolina with cruise ship in port.
Pronounced 'Byoofort' as opposed to NC's 'Bowfort', the city is a beautiful alternative to nearby crowded Charleston.
Low country is beautiful in February
Just a street off the heart of the city you find the old South. Amazing buildings and gardens, time worn and fading beauty.

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Historic District Hotel Deals

Beaufort Inn

Beaufort Inn

3.5 out of 5
809 Port Republic St Beaufort SC
The price is NZ$269 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$269
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Beaufort. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk and a conference centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Wonderful place to stay! So much character. Beautiful!

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Beaufort Inn
Rhett House Inn

Rhett House Inn

4 out of 5
1009 Craven St Beaufort SC
Stay at this historic B&B in Beaufort. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (649 reviews)
Check in was great. Room 20 was special. The entire house consisted of 2 private bedrooms, a shared living room and kitchen. Very quiet and comfortable room. We can’t wait to return.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Rhett House Inn
Best Western Sea Island Inn

Best Western Sea Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
1015 Bay St Beaufort SC
The price is NZ$271 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$271
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Beaufort. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
The staff were amazing very friendly and welcoming. The rooms were beautiful and clean.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Best Western Sea Island Inn
City Loft Hotel

City Loft Hotel

3.5 out of 5
301 Carteret St Beaufort SC
The price is NZ$277 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$277
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Beaufort. Enjoy free parking, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (770 reviews)
Staff were so attentive and friendly Always asking if we needed anything and even hung cookies on our door

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

City Loft Hotel
The Emerald Boutique Stays

The Emerald Boutique Stays

2.5 out of 5
501 Carteret St Beaufort SC
The price is NZ$260 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
NZ$260
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Beaufort. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (231 reviews)
Room was spot on, clean and neat, the amenities were plentiful, and the bathroom was clean, no smell. Would stay here again if I visit Beaufort in the future!

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

The Emerald Boutique Stays
607 Bay Inn Downtown Beaufort

607 Bay Inn Downtown Beaufort

2.5 out of 5
607 Bay St Beaufort SC
Stay at this hotel in Beaufort. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Thomas ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
Place was perfect. Felt like home. Would return tomorrow if I could. Clean and clean……great place to stay.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

607 Bay Inn Downtown Beaufort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Historic District

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The Old Commons

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Old Commons and surrounding area, you can visit Bay Street and Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.

The Old Commons
Wide angle pathway to downtown Beaufort SC

Downtown Beaufort

While visiting Downtown Beaufort, you might make a stop by sights like Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street.

Downtown Beaufort
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The Bluff

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bluff and surrounding area, you can visit Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street.

The Bluff
Aerial panorama of Beaufort, South Carolina, USA

Historic Downtown

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Historic Downtown, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street are top sights worth seeing.

Historic Downtown
The ruins of Sheldon Church built in 1745 near Beaufort South Carolina - USA

The Point

While visiting The Point, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and USCB Center for the Arts.

The Point
180 degreen aerial panorama of coastal town

The Old Point

If you're spending some time in The Old Point, Bay Street and Thomas Hepworth House are top sights worth seeing.

The Old Point


Historic District Travel Guide

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