South Carolina Lowcountry Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tried to capture all this heron as it flew past. Put all of them in one image. Truly a good place to find some marsh dwellers.
Tried to capture all this heron as it flew past. Put all of them in one image. Truly a good place to find some marsh dwellers.
Some even have babies!
We saw a sign for some church ruins. How could I not go? These ruins are owned by a private owner and can be walked around free of charge. Known also as the Sheldon Church or Old Sheldon Church, the building was originally known as Prince William's Parish Church. The church was built as a chapel of ease in the English Georgian style, using the Roman Tuscan or Doric order, between 1745 and 1753. The traditional understanding is that Prince William's was burned by the British in 1779 during the Revolutionary War, rebuilt in 1826, and then burned again in 1865 during the Civil War:
Lying amongst ancient oaks and scattered graves, the Old Sheldon Church ruins is a historic site in northern Beaufort County, South Carolina. Built between 1751-57, the Anglican church was primarily paid for by Lieutenant Governor William Bull, who "greatly assisted General Oglethorpe in establishing the physical layout of Savannah, Georgia." The church was partially burned during the American Revolution, only to be rebuilt and later dismantled shortly after the American Civil War. The church is often called Old Sheldon after Bull's plantation. #History

Where to stay in South Carolina Lowcountry

Sunset at Harbour Town.

Sea Pines

While visiting Sea Pines, you might make a stop by sights like Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III and Harbour Town Golf Links.

Sea Pines
By 1846 when he built the mausoleum, through inheritance and purchase, William Eddings Baynard of Edisto Island had become one of the island's major landowners holding multiple plantations throughout Hilton Head from Spanish Wells to Braddock Point. The Baynard family made their home in the large tabby mansion originally owned by Captain John Stoney

Mid Island

While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Shelter Cove Harbour and Singleton Beach.

Mid Island
Atlantic waves / Edisto Island Beach in South Carolina

Edisto Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and riverfront in Edisto Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Edisto Beach State Park or Plantation Course at Edisto.

Edisto Beach
Sunset at Harbour Town.

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Sea Pines Forest Preserve and Coligny Beach are top sights worth seeing.

South End
Aerial panorama view of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA.

South Forest Beach

If you're spending some time in South Forest Beach, Coligny Beach and Sea Pines Forest Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

South Forest Beach
Walkway to the beach.

North Forest Beach

If you're spending some time in North Forest Beach, Coligny Plaza and Coligny Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Forest Beach
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

4 out of 5
130 Shipyard Drive Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿3,432 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿3,432
฿5,238 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,217 reviews)
Breakfast was great .

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

2.5 out of 5
10 Tanglewood Drive Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿2,444 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿2,444
฿2,689 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (390 reviews)
Good deal and clean.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG
Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

4 out of 5
23 Ocean Lane Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿5,493 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿5,493
฿7,496 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Everything has been wonderful

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
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Coral Sands Resorts by Palmera

Coral Sands Resorts by Palmera

3.5 out of 5
66 Pope Avenue Hilton Head Island SC
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (869 reviews)
Favorite place to stay when in Hilton Head. Convenient to everything we enjoy.

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Coral Sands Resorts by Palmera
Island Links Resort by Palmera

Island Links Resort by Palmera

3 out of 5
1 Coggins Point Road Hilton Head Island SC
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
Clean room and responsive customer services. I was not able to use my included 1 hr tennis court reservation because it wasn’t clearly mention that you have to pay equipment rental fee unless you bring your own. I was bit disappointed. It was overall good experience.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Island Links Resort by Palmera
Marriott's Grande Ocean

Marriott's Grande Ocean

3.5 out of 5
51 South Forest Beach Drive Hilton Head Island SC
Stay at this beach condo in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Coligny Beach and Lowcountry Celebration ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (165 reviews)
I gave this a four instead of a five for a couple of very specific reasons. I will say.

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Marriott's Grande Ocean
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Popular places to visit

The Yellow Foot Prints at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, South Carolina

Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island

2/5(2 reviews)

Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island is just one of the places to see in Parris Island, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
Crystal ball in the dune.

Coligny Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Coligny Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hilton Head Island. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area.

Coligny Beach
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Coligny Plaza

5/5(1 review)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Coligny Plaza during your trip to Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Coligny Plaza
Shelter Cove Marina, Hilton Head Island, Shutterstock ID 1233599833, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com

Shelter Cove Harbour

Explore the waterfront of Shelter Cove Harbour and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Shelter Cove Harbour
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA, Sea Pines Forest Preserve

Sea Pines Forest Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Sea Pines Forest Preserve and enjoy the golf courses in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Sea Pines Forest Preserve
Stormy day on Bay Street.

Bay Street

During your trip to Beaufort, you can enjoy retail therapy at Bay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Bay Street

Things to do

Myrtle Beach Area Ghosts, Pirates and Historic Families Trolley Tour

Myrtle Beach Area Ghosts, Pirates and Historic Families Trolley Tour

฿1,398
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Myrtle Beach Area Ghosts, Pirates and Historic Families Trolley Tour
Private Professional Golf Tour in Myrtle Beach

Private Professional Golf Tour in Myrtle Beach

฿11,761
per adult
Private Professional Golf Tour in Myrtle Beach
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Cities near South Carolina Lowcountry

November 2016 town of Walterboro South carolina USA - Twon of walterboro courthouse at night with star trails in the background

Walterboro

Tybee Island which includes general coastal views, a beach and skyline

Tybee Island

Ancient church ruins with archways and old oak tree, South Carolina, USA

Yemassee

Hilton Head which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as an individual female

Hilton Head Island