Charleston

A favorite city of Travel + Leisure readers for its culinary scene, Southern charm, history, beaches, and walkable downtown, Charleston also boasts museums, including the International African American Museum. Visitors enjoy King Street’s antique stores, boutiques, locally owned shops, restaurants, and colorful Georgia-style row homes. Favorite dishes include shrimp and grits, she-crab soup, and hush puppies.

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