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Tours & Attractions in Kiawah Island
Looking for things to do in Charleston? Why not stand on the site of the first shot in the Civil War? Come face to face with a giant sea turtle. Take a tour of an antebellum mansion. Climb aboard a WWII aircraft carrier. There are so many blossoming gardens, so many photo opportunities and so many reasons to come back to see us again. Please look for those tour companies that are members of the Palmetto Guild Association to ensure you are exploring with a certified tour guide.
Regional Featured Offers
Kiawah Beachwalker Park
Offers the only public beach access on Kiawah Island. Lifeguards on duty seasonally along designated swimming area. Visit our website for amenities, fees & hours of operation.
Kiawah Island
10-mile stretch of undisturbed Atlantic beach and natural beauty. Idyllic, private community. Public access to the beach is available at Beachwalker County Park.
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Nature Tours
Wildlife activities include guided dolphin encounters, alligator excursions and world-class birdwatching.
Kiawah Island Golf Resort by Foot
Join a naturalist on a nature walk around Kiawah’s best habitats. Choose from Ocean Seining program, Night Beach Walk, Birding, Winter Wonders Walk or Kiawah Creatures walk.
Charleston Stage Company
Voted Best Local Theatre Company in Charleston
Town of Kiawah Island - Wildlife
From the wooded uplands to the beaches, animals thrive in the rich natural environment of Kiawah Island.
Town of Kiawah Island Self Guided Tours
Discover stories unique to Kiawah as you enjoy our self-guided Naturally Kiawah Pathways tours of the Island's scenic pathways. Download the free TravelStorys App.
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