Things to Do for a Bachelorette Weekend in Charleston

Mt Pleasant, SC

Paddle the saltmarsh at golden hour as the shrimp boats come in — a quieter, more scenic alternative to a booze cruise.

Estimated cost: $45–$65 per person

Old Naval Base / NoMo

A guided tasting through Charleston's own small-batch distillery, featuring spirits made from heirloom Southern grains.

Estimated cost: $10 per person for the tour; tastings and cocktails extra

Charleston, Mount Pleasant & the Beaches

Private male entertainment that comes to your rental, for brunch or late-night shows. As interactive or as hands-off as your group prefers, and last-minute dates are welcome.

Estimated cost: $200 for up to 90 minutes, paid on arrival by cash, Venmo, or Cash App. Call or text 843-360-9438.

French Quarter

A guided tasting crawl through historic Charleston eateries, with the stories behind the dishes served up alongside them.

Estimated cost: $85–$95 per person

Charleston Harbor

Book the group on a morning or full-day charter boat — the bride will thank you. Boat charters are always popular with bachelorette parties.

Estimated cost: $130–$180 per person for a 50–80 minute treatment

Upper King

A themed hour of puzzle-solving with the crew before the night out — a fun, low-key way to kick off a Friday.

Estimated cost: $30–$40 per person

King Street Shopping

King Street

Stroll down downtown's historic strip for chic local boutiques and retail therapy between the bigger group activities.

Estimated cost: Free to browse — plan $50–$200+ per person if you're buying

King Street

Create custom, take-home fragrances at Candlefish — a relaxed, hands-on hour that makes a great favor for the whole group.

Estimated cost: $60 per person

Historic & Ghost Tours

Historic District

Take a private horse-drawn carriage ride by day or an evening ghost tour through the historic district for something a little spookier.

Estimated cost: $35–$50 per person (public tour); $250–$325 per group for a private carriage

Ashley River / Downtown Marina

See Charleston's waterways in complete luxury on a private boat tour. An unforgettable trip past the landmarks and harbor views that make this town stand out.

Estimated cost: $600–$1,000 per hour, up to 40 guests

Ashley River / Downtown

Private catamaran charters with coolers, ice, floats, a big sound system, and an onboard restroom. Book three hours to add a beach stop. Smaller budgets can grab a seat on their shared DJ day party instead.

Estimated cost: Private from $400/hr (1–8 guests) to $600/hr (13–20) plus gratuity; shared 3-hour DJ cruise around $140 per person

Mount Pleasant / Charleston Harbor

Hop aboard the Friki Tiki, Charleston's floating tiki bar, for a 2.5-hour semi-private harbor cruise built specifically for bachelor and bachelorette crews, with a sound system, restroom, and a splash stop if you want to jump in.

Estimated cost: Flat rate for up to 20 guests, roughly $500–$700 per group

Charleston Harbor

A semi-private, captained cocktail cruise bookable through Greetwell. You share the deck with other celebrating groups — a good pick for smaller crews who want the party-boat energy without paying for the whole boat.

Estimated cost: Priced per person — check Greetwell for current rates

Charleston / Folly Beach

A private 3-hour cruise for groups of up to 6, booked through Experience Gifts. The route runs through Charleston and Folly Beach waterways with a stop at a quiet beach to swim and take group photos.

Estimated cost: Priced per boat (up to 6 guests) — check Experience Gifts for current rates

Downtown Marina

Charleston's original pedal-powered party boat — 16 guests pedal (or don't, it's optional) around the harbor with a full bar top on board. A fun, lower-cost alternative to a private charter if you want the boat-party energy without the boat-party price tag.

Estimated cost: $50–$55 per person for public tours; private charters start around $675

Ripley Light Marina / West Ashley

A 39-foot pontoon with 12 pedal seats lined up at the bar — a motor does the real work. It's BYOB with coolers on board, a Bluetooth stereo, and views of the Ravenel Bridge and downtown.

Estimated cost: Around $60–$66 per person for public cruises; private boats available

Downtown / Peninsula-wide

Book their signature 5-hour package and let a private driver run your whole day — historic sightseeing, photo stops at Charleston landmarks, and transportation between whatever else is on the itinerary, all in one of their vintage London-style cabs.

Estimated cost: Custom-quoted by group size and stops — request a bachelorette package quote

Historic District

A guided walking bar crawl built around tourist groups, weaving through downtown's historic taverns with a local guide who keeps the group moving, the stories coming, and the whole crew together between stops.

Estimated cost: Group rates available — inquire directly for bachelorette packages

North Market Street

Brunch inside a converted 100-year-old church with soaring vaulted ceilings and stained glass. Long tables fit big groups, and the mimosa flight is the move for the bride.

Estimated cost: $25–$45 per person with drinks

King Street

Bright, plant-forward brunch spot with a killer avocado toast and a rotating list of fresh-pressed cocktails — perfect for easing the crew into day two.

Estimated cost: $15–$30 per person

French Quarter

A Charleston institution since 1976, set in an 1891 Victorian house with porch dining on two floors. Ask for an upstairs porch table, then go for the shrimp and grits or the buttermilk fried chicken and waffles.

Estimated cost: $16–$30 per person

Meeting Street / Mills House

A courtyard brunch inside the historic Mills House hotel, with live music on weekends and dishes like Tres Leches French Toast, Crab Benedict, and Chicken & Waffles.

Estimated cost: $15–$30 per person

Upper King Street

A tiny counter-service shop with scratch-made biscuits — pimento cheese, country ham, and hot honey chicken. The line moves, but order ahead on their app to skip it before a King Street shopping day.

Estimated cost: $8–$15 per person

King Street

House-made coffees, a breakfast-to-lunch menu, and plenty of sweets. The chicken Caesar wrap is the best.

Estimated cost: $10–$20 per person

Downtown

Grab iconic Southern baked goods at Welton's before the day's activities kick off.

Estimated cost: $10–$20 per person

Rooftop Crawl

Downtown

Hop between Stars Rooftop for 360-degree city views, The Rooftop at Vendue, and The Watch Rooftop Kitchen for a moving pre-dinner happy hour with harbor views.

Estimated cost: $40–$70 per person for drinks and shared bites across all three stops

Meeting Street

Craft cocktails upstairs, a moody speakeasy-style bar below — the kind of spot that quietly turns into the best part of the night.

Estimated cost: $80–$120 per person with drinks

King Street

The seafood pick if the bride loves oysters — raw bar, lobster rolls, and tuna burgers. No reservations, so put the group on the waitlist and wander King Street until your table's ready.

Estimated cost: $40–$75 per person with drinks

Upper King

An old bank vault turned oyster hall. Order the raw bar tower and split a bottle of something bubbly for the bride.

Estimated cost: $60–$100+ per person, raw bar towers run extra

Broad Street

A classic steakhouse in a historic building — the pick for a proper celebration dinner with the whole crew dressed up.

Estimated cost: $80–$150+ per person with drinks

Luxury Airbnb decor packages, custom mimosa bars, and VIP planning add-ons for a rental that photographs as good as it feels.

Estimated cost: $865–$1,465 per party of 6 (package-based)

A Charleston-born party planner and decorator known for custom sugar cookies and thoughtful, personal touches on every setup.

Estimated cost: Packages start around $350, custom-quoted by group size and theme

Balloon garlands, Instagram-ready backdrops, and fridge-stocking service so your group can walk into a fully styled house in Charleston.

Estimated cost: Roughly $400–$1,000+ depending on package (comparable to similar local decor services — confirm with a quote)

French Quarter

An art-filled boutique hotel two blocks from the water, with a rooftop bar that makes a great home-base meeting point.

Estimated cost: $250–$450+ per night, per room

East Bay Street

Wake up to a harbor view and walk everywhere from here — the Market, Rainbow Row, and King Street are all under ten minutes on foot.

Estimated cost: $250–$500+ per night, per room

East Bay Street

Multi-bedroom historic rowhomes that sleep 8–12, so nobody has to split off into separate hotel rooms.

Estimated cost: $700–$1,200+ per night for the whole house (split across the group)

The easiest way to hop between houses, restaurants, and bars downtown without worrying about parking or a designated driver.

Estimated cost: $8–$20 per ride for short trips around downtown

Widely available throughout the peninsula and Mount Pleasant — a solid backup or alternative any time Lyft wait times run long.

Estimated cost: $8–$20 per ride for short trips around downtown

Party Bus

For bigger crews who want to keep the party going between stops, a party bus or limo keeps everyone together for the night — no splitting into separate cars.

Estimated cost: $200–$400 per hour