Lonely Planet Pocket Charleston & Savannah

Discover twice the place in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Charleston & Savannah. This latest edition uncovers the region's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises, from enjoying a leisurely paddle through the salt marshes off Kiawah Island to touring the McLeod Plantation whose story encapsulates slavery in the South, to peeling shrimp at Bowens Island Restaurant, one of the best seafood shacks around.

Build a trip to remember with this Pocket guidebook format containing the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days. Features an all-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Charleston & Savannah effortlessly, plus exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries packed with unmissable attractions and activities. Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors, accompanied by vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Charleston & Savannah.

Explore on foot with walking tours in every chapter that introduce each area's personality and unique experiences. Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Aiken-Rhett House to the International African American Museum and Forsyth Park. Includes an essential information toolkit with tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel. Covers Charleston (South of Broad & the French Quarter; East Side, NoMo & Hampton Park; Harleston Village, King Street & Cannonborough Elliottborough; Charleston County Sea Islands; Beaufort & Hilton Head) and Savannah (Historic & Power Plant Districts; Victorian & Starland Districts; East Savannah & the Islands).