Historic Downtown Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Bay Street
During your trip to Beaufort, you can enjoy retail therapy at Bay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Spanish Moss Trail
You can take time to visit Spanish Moss Trail during your travels to Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Ocean Creek
Enjoy a round of golf in Laurel Bay at Ocean Creek. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Sanctuary Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Beaufort at Sanctuary Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
John Mark Verdier House
You can find out about the history of Beaufort with a trip to John Mark Verdier House. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Immersive Experience of Reconstruction Era National Park
History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart
Guided Historical Bus and Boat Cruise Tour in Beaufort
Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort
Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Hotel Deals
Best Western Sea Island Inn
The staff were amazing very friendly and welcoming. The rooms were beautiful and clean.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
Our room was very comfortable and clean. We had an ocean view room and it was amazing looking out at the sunrise and sunset. The desk staff were very warm and friendly and knowledgeable. The valet staff was excellent, especially Joey and Charles.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
clean. nice layout
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Hilton Head
The room was spotless. The staff was very courteous and the breakfast was enjoyable. Will probably come back for another solo trip.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites Bluffton Hilton Head
Great staff, very clean room, comfortable bed. It is not a full kitchen - there is a microwave and induction two-burner but no oven. The cooking items provided were adequate but not great. Overall, however, a great stay for the price.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Beaufort Inn
Wonderful place to stay! So much character. Beautiful!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown
Downtown Beaufort
While visiting Downtown Beaufort, you might make a stop by sights like Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street.
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.
Historic District
While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.
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 Point
While visiting The Point, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and USCB Center for the Arts.
The Old Point
If you're spending some time in The Old Point, Bay Street and Thomas Hepworth House are top sights worth seeing.
