Take a stroll through some of the grandest historic homes in America; drive through an avenue of ancient oaks before meandering through a festive corn maze; beach hop your way around Charleston’s beautiful seaside towns. No matter which activity you choose, we promise you’ll fall for Charleston this season. Scroll on to discover 14 reasons to visit Charleston this autumn.

1. Charleston is home to 5 of the Happiest Seaside Towns in America

2. Fall weekend mornings are best spent at the Charleston Farmers Market

3. Explore beyond Charleston’s garden gates during The Fall Tours

4. Fly high at the Hot Air Balloon Festival

5. Find inspiration via the Gibbes Museum of Art‘s new fall exhibitions: Rauschenberg in Charleston and Influence and Inspiration

6. Sport your fanciest hat at the Steeplechase of Charleston

7. Voyage Into The Netherworld at America’s First Theatre

8. Immerse yourself in art at Mary Whyte’s “We The People: Portraits of Veterans in America” exhibition

9. Meander your way through Boone Hall Plantation’s Corn Maze

10. Stroll through the 12th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair at America’s oldest gardens

11. Savor Sunday Brunch at Hampton Park

12. Enjoy flight demonstrations under the light of the moon at Owls by Moonlight at The Center for Birds of Prey

13. Browse unique & antique cars during Freshfields Village Cars & Coffee

14. Transport back to the 90s & purchase your tickets to see the Goo Goo Dolls at The Gaillard Center

Explore more events happening this autumn in the Lowcountry here.