Historic Downtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial panorama of Beaufort, South Carolina, USA
Aerial view of Beaufort, South Carolina
Stormy day on Bay Street.
Bufort, sc. This may be the last small unknown coastal town on the east coast. Take everything you've ever seen and heard about small southern coastal towns, and then add in beautiful houses, scenery, great food, wonder culture, and a town park with places for kids to play, people to dance, loves to watch sunsets, and open air bars and restaurants for entertainment. Then you will get a picture of this place. This place is so easy going that after 3 days here I felt as if I had been rested for a week. This town and it's surrounding beaches, state parks, golf courses, and shops offer a true feel of southern coastal Carolina.
Relaxing spot with nearby restaurants and shops. The swings I guess are for the weary shopper

Popular places to visit

Relaxing spot with nearby restaurants and shops. The swings I guess are for the weary shopper

Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Stormy day on Bay Street.

Bay Street

5/5(1 review)

During your trip to Beaufort, you can enjoy retail therapy at Bay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Bay Street
Oak tree reaching branches over a trail.

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.

Spanish Moss Trail
Southern aerial marsh views with reflection of sky

Ocean Creek

Enjoy a round of golf in Laurel Bay at Ocean Creek. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Ocean Creek
Spectacular panoramic view of the beautiful Glades Golf Course, one of Australia’s most prestigious resort golf courses in Queensland, Gold Coast. Designed by Australian golfing icon, Greg Norman.

Sanctuary Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Beaufort at Sanctuary Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Sanctuary Golf Club

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.

John Mark Verdier House

Activities

Audio/Augmened Reality Guide to Reconstruction Era Beaufort

Immersive Experience of Reconstruction Era National Park

NZ$8
per traveller
Immersive Experience of Reconstruction Era National Park
Tour leaves from the benches at the entrance to Waterfront Park. Park at the downtown marina

History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart

NZ$63
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart
Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart

Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart

NZ$80
per adult
Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart
Beaufort City Tour

Beaufort City Tour

NZ$62
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Beaufort City Tour
Walking Tour

Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort

NZ$63
per adult
Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort
Walking Tour in Beaufort

Walking Tour in Beaufort

NZ$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walking Tour in Beaufort
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Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Hotel Deals

Best Western Sea Island Inn

Best Western Sea Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
1015 Bay St Beaufort SC
The price is NZ$302 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
NZ$302
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Clean. Great breakfast

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Best Western Sea Island Inn
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

4.5 out of 5
1 Hotel Circle Hilton Head Island SC
The price is NZ$435 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$435
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,424 reviews)
Great experience from check in to checkout. Staff was friendly and helpful. Loved this resort and will definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2 Grasslawn Ave Hilton Head Island SC
The price is NZ$433 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$433
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room. Great staff. Everyone was helpful and willing to help. Wonderful views of the ocean.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Hampton Inn Hilton Head

Hampton Inn Hilton Head

2.5 out of 5
1 Dillon Road Hilton Head Island SC
The price is NZ$215 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$215
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hampton Inn Hilton Head
Best Western Plus Bluffton / Hilton Head Hotel

Best Western Plus Bluffton / Hilton Head Hotel

2.5 out of 5
259 Okatie Village Dr Bluffton SC
The price is NZ$211 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$211
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bluffton. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Okatie Creek Golf Club and Argent ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
Paid for 2 queen beds but got a king sized one. Was uncomfortable with 4 people

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Best Western Plus Bluffton / Hilton Head Hotel
Beaufort Inn

Beaufort Inn

3.5 out of 5
809 Port Republic St Beaufort SC
The price is NZ$374 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$374
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (1,004 reviews)
Very nice customer service!!!!

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Beaufort Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown

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 with cruise ship in port.

Historic District

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

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
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

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