Downtown Beaufort Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Beaufort
Downtown Beaufort
Downtown Beaufort
Downtown Beaufort
Photo by Keith Wood
Photo by Keith Wood

Popular places to visit

Bay Street

Bay Street

5/5(1 review)

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
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

John Mark Verdier House

You can find out about the history of Beaufort with a trip to John Mark Verdier House. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

John Mark Verdier House

Beaufort Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Beaufort Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Beaufort Museum

Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort

Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort is just one of the places to see in Beaufort, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort

University of South Carolina-Beaufort

Explore the campus of University of South Carolina-Beaufort during your trip to Beaufort. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

University of South Carolina-Beaufort

Activities

Tour leaves from the benches at the entrance to Waterfront Park. Park at the downtown marina

History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart

AU$49
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart
Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart

Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart

AU$61
per adult
Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart
Walking Tour in Beaufort

Walking Tour in Beaufort

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walking Tour in Beaufort
Picture 7 for Activity Hilton Head Island: Disappearing Island and Dolphin Tour

Hilton Head Island: Disappearing Island and Dolphin Tour

AU$84
per adult
Hilton Head Island: Disappearing Island and Dolphin Tour
Hilton Head: Guided Kayak Sunrise or Sunset Tour

Hilton Head: Guided Kayak Sunrise or Sunset Tour

AU$61
per adult
Hilton Head: Guided Kayak Sunrise or Sunset Tour
Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Cruise & Nature Tour

Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Cruise & Nature Tour

AU$69
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Cruise & Nature Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Beaufort Hotel Deals

Rhett House Inn

Rhett House Inn

4 out of 5
1009 Craven St, Beaufort, SC
Book a stay at this historic B&B in Beaufort. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (608 reviews)
Hinson Family stay
"Customer service was excellent from checking in process to dining. The only pet peeve we have is the noise above early in the morning. Other than that it was great location and stay."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

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Rhett House Inn
Beaufort Inn

Beaufort Inn

3.5 out of 5
809 Port Republic St, Beaufort, SC
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in Beaufort. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a conference center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was tastefully decorated and well maintained. There was ample space outside to sit and relax. Great location. Will return."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

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Beaufort Inn
Best Western Sea Island Inn

Best Western Sea Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
1015 Bay St, Beaufort, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$236 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$236
per night
27 July - 28 July
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Beaufort. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (980 reviews)
"Excellent Location and great staff!"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Best Western Sea Island Inn
Downtown waterfront Walking Distance to Everything!

Downtown waterfront Walking Distance to Everything!

Beaufort
Stay at this cottage in Beaufort. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions St. Helena's Episcopal Church and Henry C. Chambers ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
"Great location. Walked to restaurants each night.High end finishes. Full size toiletries. Furniture a bit big for the room. No easy charging stations. Small TV (cable). No apps. But we brought our Roku so it worked fine. No ice in room and no freezer. When asked the owner she said Ice maker had a ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

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Downtown waterfront Walking Distance to Everything!
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

4.5 out of 5
1 Hotel Circle, Hilton Head Island, SC
The price is AU$471 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$471
per night
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,334 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful the food Bar and Pool was great. Easy access to the beach. I had and oceanfront room with a spectacular view of the ocean and outdoor pool. This property also features a i door pool. I would stay here again"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2 Grasslawn Ave, Hilton Head Island, SC
The price is AU$459 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$459
per night
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved the Westin!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beaufort

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The Bluff

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bluff and surrounding area, you can visit Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street.

The Bluff
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Historic Downtown

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Historic Downtown, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street are top sights worth seeing.

Historic Downtown
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Historic District

While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.

Historic District
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The Old Commons

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Old Commons and surrounding area, you can visit Bay Street and Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.

The Old Commons
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The Point

While visiting The Point, you might make a stop by sights like Bay Street and USCB Center for the Arts.

The Point
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The Old Point

If you're spending some time in The Old Point, Bay Street and Thomas Hepworth House are top sights worth seeing.

The Old Point

Downtown Beaufort Travel Guide

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