![]() One thing to note if you’re spending the day or longer here-dogs must have a town-issued dog permit that costs $35 per dog and lasts for the whole year.Įnjoying a stroll after a beach romp on Sullivans Island. We kept Bear on-leash, as off-leash hours are from 5- 10 a.m. Be sure to check the parking signs, as many say “No parking allowed” and “Keep tires off pavement.” There are significant signs at each beach access with dog rules and hours of when they are allowed be sure to read them thoroughly, as they vary from season to season. We drove out of Charleston one sunny afternoon and followed the road to Sullivan’s beach, where we parked on the side of the street close to the beach access-for free. Take a Day-Trip to the BeachĪnother day trip outside of the city with your BFF that I highly recommend is going to the beach at Sullivan’s Island. ![]() ![]() There is even live music, and dogs are welcome on-leash. From what I have heard and read, the market is held in Marion Square, hosting aisles upon aisles of local vendors’ fresh veggies, artisanal cheeses and crafts. While time permitted us from making it here, the market came highly recommended by the dog-loving community. The Farmers Market is open on Saturdays throughout the year and on Sundays only in December. Check Out the Local Farmers Marketīefore arriving, I read a lot on pet-friendly things to do in Charleston, and the dog-friendly Charleston Farmers Market made it to the top of my list. We were only able to view the plantation house from the outside, but the rural setting was still gorgeous.īear posing in front of Rainbow Row. Bear, who’s 70 pounds, walked around the nature trails as well as different sections of the gardens (some more than 325 years old) and sniffed out various varieties of flowers. If you have a big pup and are going to Magnolia’s strictly to see and soak up the history of the plantation house, I’d suggest leaving your four-legged bestie at home. Bigger dogs are limited to the walking tours and exploring the gardens, which is exactly what we did. Pups that can be carried are allowed inside the plantation house itself, as well as on the tram tours. The property is dog-friendly, but with some slight caveats. Just outside of the city, located on the Ashley River, is the historic Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. While you’re walking through this park, don’t miss the famous Pineapple Fountain and the exquisite view of the waterfront mansions that dot the perimeter. We saw children and their families splashing in the wading fountains, and dogs and their owners enjoying the grassy areas. Bear and I made this easy 15-minute walk from our hotel to the park, where we watched the ships passing and even got a glimpse of Fort Sumter. If you’re up for walking the city and also want to enjoy the beautiful Charleston Harbor view, head to Riley Waterfront Park. Here are some of our favorite pet-friendly things to do in Charleston: Take a Walk in the Park Fortunately, Charleston is extremely dog-welcoming, and we were able to do a handful of activities, as well as eat at some highly recommended restaurants with Bear at our side. Pet-Friendly Things to Do in Charlestonĭuring our Charleston visit, I wanted to make sure to incorporate Bear in as many activities as we could without missing out on some of our must-sees. This slight inconvenience made walking him at night a touch more complicated.Ī few other pet-friendly hotels in Charleston are John Rutledge House, Wentworth Mansion, and for a more inexpensive option, Best Western Charleston Inn. My only complaint was the lack of grass or potty areas around the hotel. During our four-night stay, Bear enjoyed himself. Although it is a high cost that only covers cleaning and no extra amenities, the staff was extremely welcoming and affectionate towards Bear as well as the handful of other dogs we saw around the property. ![]() It’s also important to note that Belmond Charleston Place accepts two dogs of any size for an additional fee of $150 per dog, per stay. Bear taking a nap at the Belmond Charleston Place after sight seeing. ![]()
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