Hickory Shadows Travel Guide
Mount Pleasant
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Popular places to visit

Patriots Point
Learn about American military heroes, climb aboard the vessels in the harbor and sleep the night in the quarters of a ship.

USS Yorktown
Tour an aircraft carrier that earned its battle stars in World War II and the Vietnam War.

Shem Creek Park
Explore the great outdoors at Shem Creek Park, a lovely green space in Mount Pleasant. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens
Find out about the history of Mount Pleasant with a stop at Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Charleston Harbor Marina
Explore the waterfront in Mount Pleasant with a trip to Charleston Harbor Marina. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
During your trip to Mount Pleasant, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston

Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
Top hotels in Hickory Shadows

Emeline
First the really good. Great location! Love the staff and the coffee area. Very clean and nicely kept. The room is nice with an average size bath area and larger shower which works really nicely. Real glass cups to use. The coffee and fruit on the level is nice. Nit picky maybe but here are the bads.. ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
Great staff
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Great Stay Great Staff
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
This property is situated in an excellent location in the Mount Pleasant area. If you have a car, Sullivans Island, Isle of Palms, Shems creek are all within a 5-15 minute drive. There is a shuttle that will drop you off in downtown Charleston for a day in the city. The property was fairly clean ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
We had an amazing week. Can’t wait until our next visit!!!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Heated pool was nice. Had to get replacement linen due to stains. Chair in room had dirt on it. Drinks were expensive.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hickory Shadows

Mallard Lakes
While there might not be top attractions in Mallard Lakes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Pleasant Square Shopping Center and Shem Creek Park.

Harborgate Shores
Though Harborgate Shores may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Pleasant Square Shopping Center and Tolers Cove Marina.

I'On
When in I'On, you can plan a visit to Shem Creek Park and Patriots Point, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Village
If you're spending some time in Old Village, Mount Pleasant Sports Complex and Alhambra Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Old Village Historical District
When in Old Village Historical District, you can plan a visit to Shem Creek Park and Mount Pleasant Sports Complex, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mount Pleasant Historic District
Highlights of Mount Pleasant Historic District include its stunning beaches, island views and popular shops. If you're interested in exploring some sights, Alhambra Hall is a top sight to visit.
