Accessibility

The following listings are self-reported by Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau members. The CACVB tries to maintain current and error-free listings however, cannot be held liable for inaccurate information.

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Seasonal waterpark for all ages. Lazy river, wave pool, tube slides, mat racer, kiddie play areas, and tallest slide in Charleston, The Washout. Visit website for fees/hours.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

Beach park on Folly's west end. Lifeguards on duty seasonally. Features the Pelican Watch Pavilion and the new Dunes House building. Visit website for amenities/fees/hours.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

Voted "Best Tour Company" for the last decade, Bulldog Tours offers memorable history, food & ghost tours. Visit our headquarters located a block from the City Market.

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  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

Established in 1851. An award-winning Gullah/Geechee heritage site, carefully preserved in recognition of generations of enslaved people. Guided tours included with admission.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

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.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

Seasonal waterpark within Palmetto Islands County Park. Features include 200-ft & 16-ft water slides, activity pool, concessions. Visit our website for amenities/fees/hours.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

Enjoy beautiful views at this 1250-ft pier that features the River Watch Cafe & Gift Shop, tackle sales & rod rentals. Visit our website for amenities/fees/hours of operation.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

Paved walking/biking trails, seasonal sprinkler area, off-leash dog park, playgrounds, picnic sites with grills. Visit our website for amenities/fees/hours of operation.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

Fun for all ages. 200-ft open and tube slides, 500-ft lazy river, leisure pool, Caribbean play structure, concessions. Open seasonally. Visit our website for fees/hours.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

416-acre park with 5 miles of pedestrian trails; home to live oak trees, a variety of wildlife, an island, wetlands, marsh views. Park is not staffed. No on-site restrooms.

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  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

Encounter thousands of animals, see the Great Ocean Tank and explore the Sea Turtle Care Center™ where endangered sea turtles are rehabilitated for release back to the wild.

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Rich in natural, cultural & historical resources; miles of trails, elevated boardwalks & former rice fields. Favored habitat for rare wildlife. Dogs & bicycles not permitted.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
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  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

The oldest carriage company in the city. Their licensed guides have been driving carriages longer than anyone else. Book in advance to avoid long waits!

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Would you like to be contacted prior to the visit? ✓

Walk in the steps of heroes at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, home of the USS YORKTOWN. See two vessels, twenty-six aircraft, the Vietnam Experience and more!

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
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  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are your signs also marked in Braille? ✓
  • Would you like to be contacted prior to the visit? ✓

Enjoy spirited tastings, Firefly craft cocktails, live music, and entertaining and informative tours at the home of the world's first Sweet Tea Vodka. Check website for hours.

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  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

The Museum’s outstanding collection tells the story of the Lowcountry, addressing everything from early southern culture and decorative arts to military and natural history.

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  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

Situated on an island at the entrance to Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter is where the American Civil War started on April 12, 1861. The fort is accessible only by boat.

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  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Would you like to be contacted prior to the visit? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

Explore Charleston Pirate and Colonial history with award-winning guides. Evening & daytime Ghost and History tours also offered. Seen on Travel Channel, A&E, Syfy, PBS, NPR.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Would you like to be contacted prior to the visit? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

Charles Pinckney National Historic Site

A plantation relic once owned by a Founding Father is a National Park Service site with grounds, historic house, exhibits, film, museum shop, and programs. Free. Open Wed-Sun

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Assistive listening device for hearing impaired? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

Fort Moultrie

The National Park Service explains and preserves the evolution of seacoast defense from one of the first decisive victories in the American Revolution through World War II.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Does your entrance have a power assist opener? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Assistive listening device for hearing impaired? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square

This National Park Service site is the primary departure point for visitors to Fort Sumter. Exhibits provide an overview of events leading up to the Civil War. Free admission.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Does your entrance have a power assist opener? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Would you like to be contacted prior to the visit? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓

High Wire Distilling

We make premium, handcrafted, small batch spirits including gins, rums, whiskeys and vodkas using premium, specialized ingredients. Tours and tastings Wednesday-Saturday.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓

Lowcountry History Strolls

Walk back through time where history lives and every step tells a story. Take an insider’s tour of what makes Charleston unique! Call Karen 843-327-3319 to curate your visit.

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  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Assistive listening device for hearing impaired? ✓
  • Would you like to be contacted prior to the visit? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

The Historic Dock Street Theatre

“America’s First Theatre,” home to Spoleto Festival USA, Moja Arts Festival and Charleston Stage, the theatre company in residence presenting a full season of plays each year.

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  • Accessible (handicap) parking? ✓
  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Does your entrance have a power assist opener? ✓
  • Are all public areas 36" wide/routes w/o steps? ✓
  • Are the restrooms accessible by wheelchair? ✓
  • Does the route to restroom have a 36" clearance? ✓
  • Assistive listening device for hearing impaired? ✓
  • Would you like to be contacted prior to the visit? ✓
  • Are you and your staff trained on Relay calls? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓

The Powder Magazine

Oldest public building in the Carolinas. Replaced by a newer magazine in 1748, it served effectively until the American Revolution. Now open as a National Historic Landmark.

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  • Sidewalks near your business have curb ramps? ✓
  • Is your entrance at least 32" wide? ✓
  • Are written materials available in large print? ✓
  • Is your staff trained to accept service animals? ✓
  • Are you on the ground level? ✓
Public Transportation  
CARTA 843-724-7420
   
Private Transportation  
After Care Essentials 843-571-5907
Herbert's Mobility 843-571-1515
   
Taxis  
All have full size cars that can hold a folded wheelchair in the trunk, some have vans too, but none with lifts. Please specify full size car or van when calling for pick-up.
   
Express Cab Company 843-577-8816
Safety Cab Company 843-722-4066
Yellow Cab 843-577-6565
   
Automotive Rentals  
Ilderton Conversion Company 843-576-0414 or 877-293-4219
   
Medical Equipment & Supplies (Rentals)
After Care Essentials 843-571-5907
Herberts Mobility 843-571-1515
   
Personal Care Attendants  
ATC Healthcare Services 843-556-0303 (24/7)
Allcare Living Services 843-832-9888
Care for Life 843-852-9090
Carolina Health Force 843-556-2784 (24/7)
Home Instead Senior Care 843-571-3000
Interim Healthcare 843-569-5510 (24/7)
PHC Home Health 843-762-3601 (24/7)
Visiting Angels 843-884-2828
   
Visiting Nurses  
All Ways Caring Home Care 843-556-1191 (24/7)
Interim Healthcare 843-569-5510 (24/7)
Maxim Healthcare Services 843-573-0772 (24/7)
PHC Home Health 843-762-3601 (24/7)
   
Relay South Carolina  
TTY 711 or 800-735-8583
   
Interpreters  
Courtney Workman, NIC
ASL Interpreting Services 		843-696-6517
Charleston Interpreting Service,
(Stephen) Lee Morris 		[email protected]
Statewide ASL and Interpreting Services
Dr. Eric Weber, Director 		Office: 803-896-5038
Email: [email protected]
Beach Access  
IOP County Park offers handicap-accessible ramps and complimentary beach-accessible wheelchairs (To confirm availability, visitors are asked to call 843-762-9957.)

Kiawah Beachwalker County Park also offers handicap-accessible ramps and complimentary beach-accessible wheelchairs (To confirm availability, visitors are asked to call 843-762-9964.)

Folly Beach County Park offers handicap-accessible bathrooms, showers and changing areas, as well as an accessible beach path and complimentary beach-accessible wheelchairs (To confirm availability, visitors are asked to call 843-762-9960.)
   
Free Parking  
(State code 56-3-1960): Free parking for people with disabilities in metered or timed (garages included) parking spaces. This applies to county, city and state owned facilities only.
   

Charleston International Airport

5500 International Blvd., 101
Charleston, South Carolina 29418-6911
www.iflychs.com
843-767-7000 (Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm ET)
843-767-7008 (Information Desk; Open Daily, 5 am - 11 pm ET)
   
Charleston International Airport is located 12 miles from historic downtown Charleston and near the intersection of I-26 and I-526. Arrivals and departures are on the same level; therefore, passengers and meeters and greeters will find good accessibility throughout the airport. The major airlines have ramped loading bridges to/from the aircraft. Some regional jets may require boarding by stairs from the tarmac or the use of a lift-a-loft (check with your airline regarding their boarding policies).

TTY phones are located on the concourses and at the Communications Center.

Charleston International Airport provides 48 hours (two days) free handicap parking to qualified parking patrons. After two days, the prevailing rates of either the parking deck or the surface parking will be charged. To qualify for the two days of free handicap parking, present a valid handicap placard and driver's license, both of which must be issued by the same state, to the cashier at the time of exit. The licensed driver and person pictured on the handicap vehicle must be in the car at the time of exit to qualify for the free parking.

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