Landmarks
From colorful row houses to ancient live oaks, Charleston's landmarks are woven into the fabric of the city. These are the places that define its timeless character.
Iconic Landmarks
The must-see sights that put Charleston on the map
Rainbow Row
A row of thirteen colorful Georgian houses on East Bay Street dating to the 1740s. One of the most photographed spots in Charleston and a symbol of the city's pastel charm.
Angel Oak Tree
Estimated to be over 400 years old, this magnificent Southern live oak on Johns Island spans 17,200 square feet of shade. Its twisted limbs are a must-see natural wonder.
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
A modern cable-stayed bridge spanning the Cooper River with a 2.5-mile pedestrian and bike path offering spectacular views of the harbor and skyline.
The Battery & White Point Garden
A landmark promenade and park at the tip of the Charleston peninsula, featuring antebellum mansions, Civil War-era cannons, and sweeping harbor views.
Pineapple Fountain
The beloved centerpiece of Waterfront Park — this whimsical fountain shaped like a pineapple (the symbol of Southern hospitality) is a Charleston icon.
St. Michael's Church
Charleston's oldest church, built in 1761. Its towering 186-foot steeple is visible across the city and has served as a navigation landmark for centuries.
Hidden Gems
Off-the-beaten-path landmarks worth seeking out
Unitarian Church Graveyard
A hauntingly beautiful cemetery behind the oldest Unitarian church in the South, draped in wisteria and moss — especially magical in spring.
Drayton Hall
The only plantation house on the Ashley River to survive the Revolutionary and Civil Wars intact. An architectural masterpiece of Palladian design, preserved unrestored since 1738.
Circular Congregational Church
One of the oldest congregations in the South, with a Romanesque Revival building and one of Charleston's most atmospheric graveyards dating to 1681.
Find These Landmarks
All landmarks are pinned on our interactive map with their exact locations.