We've decided to go to Charleston-mostly for the beach and the fishing.
I've learned there is a children's museum and an aquarium. For those that live there or have visited there, what are some great kid things to do-places to visit-restaurants? It would have to be for younger kids, under 9.

Thanks!
Michele

The Children's Museum is awesome. My boys (6&8 at the time) loved playing on the shrimp boat inside! Walking along the Battery, the kids can see real cannonballs and cannons. There is also a splash fountain and family swings at one end. A trip to Fort Sumpter is fun. A horse and buggy ride is a must in Charleston, as is the Old Slave Market and Customs House. I highly recommend the Shem Creek Bar and Grill (in nearby Shem Creek.) Our trips to Charleston usually include a day trip to Savannah. My boys just love the Pirate House Restaurant. (Now I'm in the mood to go back! Isle of Palms is calling my name...)

you guys are making me homesick with all this talk about Charleston!!! How about taking the kids to Frankie's Fun Park?? i loved going there when i was younger!

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For kids fascinated by the military, Patriots Point is a must see destination. The maritime museum includes four ships, including the USS Yorktown aircraft carrier, which played an important role.
South Carolina Aquarium - favorite destination for kids, where kids handle creatures like purple sea urchins, hermit crabs, and sea stars

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Sandra Paul
Beaches of Charleston SC is my favorite vacation spot.

There is also a Chuck-e-Cheese if you're really wanting to go nuts!
You can also take them to the beach. That, for my kids, is the very best thing to do!!! Sometimes there are concerts near College of Charleston, an outdoor farmers market, taking them through the downtown old slave market is fun too. There are horse drawn carriage tours- my kids loved that!