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 11 reasons to visit Charleston this autumn.

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

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

3. Indulge your senses at the Food & Wine Classic Charleston

4. Meander your way through Boone Hall’s Corn Maze

5. Sport your fanciest hat at the Steeplechase of Charleston

6. Stroll through America’s oldest gardens during the Magnolia Beauti-Fall Festival

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

8. Attend a music festival curated by Charleston’s own Darius Rucker

9. Get into the festive spirit during a Masquerade Wine Stroll at Middleton

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

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

Explore more events happening this autumn in the Lowcountry here.