Beaufort
The coastal community of Beaufort, which is close to the Intra-Coastal Waterway, has a history that dates back to early 16th-century Spanish exploration. Today, Beaufort is renowned for its beautiful Southern charms and old buildings.
The Beaufort History Museum is an excellent location to start, or you may take a tour of the John Mark Verdier House to see what an antebellum home looked like. Explore more of the town's architecture on foot in Beaufort's Historic District before stopping at one of the quaint cafés for a refreshing glass of sweet tea.
A spectacular example of how one man's vision succeeded in transforming a run-down harborside eyesore into an urban oasis for Beaufort residents and visitors is the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in Beaufort, South Carolina.
The park, which is made up of several different areas and is conveniently located near the National Historic Landmark District, is located between downtown Beaufort and the Beaufort River/Intracoastal waterway. These areas include picturesque riverfront walkways, a children's playground, swings, picnic areas, and a small pavilion. Come here for a quiet picnic, to observe the ongoing maritime operations, or to take part in one of the yearly celebrations like the Taste of Beaufort, the Shrimp Festival, or the Water Festival.
- Location: South Carolina
