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I too recommend the carriage tour of Charleston as a
great way to become familiar with the city. As for
plantations, no one stands out in my mind but it has
been a few years...Check your hotel's preferences. The
tours vary at each, with different emphasis on various
aspects of life and culture; gardens, society,
architecture, etc. Better basket/woven goods prices
can be obtained by driving out HWY 17 N towards
Georgetown. They will be for sale up and down the
road. Anything under $75 is a steal--$100 and up for
nice ones is normal. But you can only get these in
this area to my knowledge.
Savannah has an excellent visitors center. Many tours
leave from there and it is a great place to begin a
walking tour. Again, one of the micro-bus tours is a
good orientation--just depends upon the guide how good
a tour though. Savannah is a great walking city. So
neatly laid out and all the squares make for great
pauses. Check the unique downspouts from the gutters!
If you like art, Savannah College Art &Design (SCAD)
is scattered throughout the historic area and often
has various exhibits, not to mention the many
galleries and other artisans in town. Great little
shops along the waterfront. For a true southern
style meal, try Lady and Sons but be prepared to wait
in line.
Welcome to the true Old South. Just don't stay... you
will become a damned Yankee ;)
Rudy in colonial capital of NC and Southern by choice.:)
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