Historic Downtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Historic Downtown
Historic Downtown
Historic Downtown
Historic Downtown
Photo by Keith Wood
Photo by Keith Wood

Popular places to visit

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
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

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

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

Beaufort National Cemetery

You can find out about the history of Beaufort with a trip to Beaufort National Cemetery. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Beaufort National Cemetery

Activities

Walking Tour

Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort

AU$58
per adult
Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort
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$58
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$73
per adult
Pat Conroy's Beaufort Tour by Golf Cart
Walking Tour in Beaufort

Walking Tour in Beaufort

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walking Tour in Beaufort
Hilton Head Island: 90-Minute Dolphin & Nature Tour

Hilton Head Island: 90-Minute Dolphin & Nature Tour

AU$53
per adult
Hilton Head Island: 90-Minute Dolphin & Nature 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 Historic Downtown Hotel Deals

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$268 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$268
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Best Western Sea Island Inn
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$307 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$307
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,339 reviews)
"This is a nice hotel. Definitely a step up from the former Hilton. One suggestion is that it would be nice if they made available some Level 2 EV chargers in their parking area(s). It would be convenient for EV drivers, an additional source of revenue for Hilton, and would probably increase ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 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$373 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$373
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Room was comfortable and clean"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Bluffton at Hilton Head Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bluffton at Hilton Head Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
35 Bluffton Rd, Bluffton, SC
The price is AU$181 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$181
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bluffton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Difficult to locate at night. needs better signage."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Bluffton at Hilton Head Area by IHG
Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head

Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head

3 out of 5
1575 Fording Island Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC
The price is AU$150 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$150
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"The room was very clean and large. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. I would recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head
Hampton Inn Hilton Head

Hampton Inn Hilton Head

2.5 out of 5
1 Dillon Road, Hilton Head Island, SC
The price is AU$158 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$158
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Staff"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn Hilton Head
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown

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Downtown Beaufort

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

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 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

Historic Downtown Travel Guide

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