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More Than Just a Place to Hang Your Hat

Modern Charleston is a city for explorers and tastemakers. Where the curious and free-spirited feel right at home. Discover the goings-on that are creating this thriving city and within our walls. Come and connect to our community. Experience the real Charleston right here at the intersection of Queen and Meeting Streets, where fine Southern hospitality is in our genes. Who doesn’t love a few fun surprises along the way?

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  • At The Mills House
  • Around Charleston
Mon-Sun
Cook Your Catch with Tia Clark

Cook Your Catch with Tia Clark

Learn to crab with local celeb & Charleston native Tia Clark then join us at Iron Rose as we cook your catch for a Lowcountry boil.

Tues-Sun
Rebecca Illustrated Shop

Rebecca Illustrated Shop

The Mills House is home to local artist Rebecca Illustrated’s exclusive storefront with Charleston gifts, souvenirs, and so much more!

Mon-Fri
Old Fashioned Good Time

Old Fashioned Good Time

There’s nothing more Southern than meeting for a drink on the porch, so please join us on ours. Raise a glass and sip on complimentary red or white wine.

Thurs
Live Music & Half-Off Wine Bottles

Live Music & Half-Off Wine…

Nothing compliments Iron Rose’s dinner menu of Southern Coastal fare better than a deep wine list and live music from premier Charleston musicians. Join us in The Courtyard and Bar for half-priced bottles of wine starting at 5PM and live…

Nov 21
Low Country Local First Pop-Up Palooza

Low Country Local First Pop-Up…

Join us for this standout event in our Pop-Up Palooza series, presented by Gold Creations at The Mills House. This exclusive pop-up will feature local brands, displayed in the elegant lobby for an elevated shopping experience

Fri-Sun
S’mores in the Courtyard

S’mores in the Courtyard

Join us around the crackling fireplace in the Iron Rose Courtyard and indulge in gooey, golden s'mores this fall season.

Dec 14
Santa at The Black Door Café

Santa at The Black Door Café

Santa is making a special visit to The Black Door Café! Perfect for all ages — stop by with friends for a silly photo, or the kiddos for next year's holiday card picture! Photos will be printed and sent digitally.

Mon-Sun
Daily Wellness Class

Daily Wellness Class

Need a good stretch? Get your body and your mind ready for whatever your day brings. Join premier Charleston instructors for a complimentary morning yoga class daily.

Nov 28
Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble

Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble

The Turkey Day Run has been a Charleston Thanksgiving Day tradition for the last 47 years in the Lowcountry. The annual run/walk takes place in downtown Charleston’s Marion Square on Thanksgiving morning

Charleston

Deep roots, history around every corner, stories at every stop. Charm and welcoming hospitality in spades. This thriving city is more than cobblestone streets and horse-drawn carriages. But of course, we love those, too.

Hampden

Spacious, sophisticated shop presenting high-end designer clothing & accessories for women.

Maris DeHart

Contemporary women’s boutique located in Charleston, South Carolina, that focuses on working with handmade artisans and designers.

Two Cumberland

Little 2nd-floor boutique featuring stylish, Southern-inspired womenswear, jewelry & home goods.

by Alala

by ALALA is a lifestyle brand that focuses on the fusion of fashion forward women’s wear + interiors.

Bar 167

Bar167 is inspired by a wide range of Mediterranean cuisines spanning from Spain to Italy, Greece & beyond and focuses on local & East Coast seafood and of course, a raw bar.

Millers All Day

Named after the 175-plus year-old Mill that still operates in the front, Millers All Day celebrates everybody’s favorite meal by shining a spotlight on small batch grains, perfectly cooked eggs, delicious proteins, and craft cocktails.

Henry’s

Established in 1932, Henry’s is the oldest continuous restaurant in Charleston and the state of South Carolina. Henry’s offers the best of Charleston: a historic, eclectic restaurant and bar featuring live music, a beautiful southern porch and rooftop deck, an exclusive dance lounge, and a classic speakeasy bar.

Cocktail Club

The Cocktail Club is an upscale lounge dedicated to the art of the craft cocktail. An extensive selection of house-made infusions, rare liquors, and farm-to-shaker beverages feature fresh-squeezed juices and modern ingredients alongside a menu of light fare.

Vintage Lounge

Vintage Lounge is an upscale Charleston bar offering the finest selection of drinks. In addition to our expansive wine selection, we pride ourselves in offering proper cocktails – both classic and original creations – and a small selection of local craft beer in can form.

Carmella’s Cafe & Dessert Bar

In the heart of downtown Charleston, Carmella’s Cafe and Dessert Bar combines generationally tested, gourmet recipes with a regional flair. We have a vast array of continually changing desserts, gelato, and sorbet, as well as fresh, organic coffees, sandwiches, pizza, wine, beer, and cocktails.

Ritual

Immerse yourself in the dynamic realm of Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge, a Downtown Charleston rooftop restaurant and lounge during the day, bar and nightclub by night.

Blind Tiger

In 1992, ninety-nine years after the first “Blind Tigers” appeared, the “Blind Tiger Pub” opened in its current location, paying homage to a historic tradition. Enjoy upscale pub fare and a wide selection of local spirits at our one-of-a-kind historical pub & courtyard dining in the beautiful French Quarter area of downtown Charleston.

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row is made up of thirteen brightly-colored houses located on East Bay, just along the Battery. This series of historic homes along the waterfront is one of Charleston’s most photographed spots.

Kiawah Island

Revel in the beauty of the Lowcountry on Kiawah Island. It’s a serene natural retreat with 10 miles of gentle beaches, marshes teeming with wildlife, and preserved maritime forests offering sanctuary to all who call the island home.

South Carolina Aquarium

Encounter thousands of animals, see the Great Ocean Tank and explore the Sea Turtle Care Center™ where endangered sea turtles are rehabilitated for release back to the wild.

Gaillard Center

The Charleston Gaillard Center is an organization dedicated to developing and operating a state-of-the-art performing arts center in downtown Charleston.

Joe Riley Waterfront Park

Take in views of Charleston harbor from a park loved by locals and visitors, and for a good reason. This park features two large fountains, natural shade from trees, and looks spectacular when lit at night.

King Street Shopping

Those looking to scratch a shopping itch will find satisfaction on King Street. Find everything from souvenirs to antique treasures as you stroll the historic boutiques and high-end shops of King Street.

The Battery

Stretching along the shores of Charleston, this fortified seawall and promenade is the perfect spot for a scenic stroll or jog with stellar views of the water and nearby historic landmarks.

Sullivan’s Island

Put yourself in the pages of Edgar Allan Poe. This island, famously known for Fort Moutrie, the setting of Poe’s The Gold-Bug, is also beloved for history, beaches, restaurants, and shops.

Isle of Palms

Beautiful beach, championship golf, tasty restaurants. Soak up the epitome of island life on this unique coastal barrier island.

Folly Beach

Pack a picnic and some sunscreen and plan a day at one of Charleston’s most popular beaches, a barrier island with a pier stretching more than 1,000 feet into the ocean.

Drayton Hall

Get a deeper understanding of colonial America and the evolution of life in the South by exploring architecture, landscapes, and collections of this preserved estate.

The Charleston Tea Plantation

Not just for tea lovers. Tour this picturesque tea plantation, with hundreds of thousands of tea bushes stretching as far as the eye can see, and its factory.

Lowndes Grove Plantation

Explore the restored estate of this riverside plantation built in the late 1700s and be charmed by the live oak groves, idyllic settings, and stunning view of the docks.

Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens

This 1681 working plantation is known for its moss-draped ¾-mile Avenue of Ocaks, original slave cabins, and live presentation of the unique Gullah culture.

Middleton Place

Explore the stories, history, work, and contributions of the Middleton family as well as enslaved Africans and African Americans, from early Colonial to the Civil War era and beyond.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Take a train or boat tour through the lush garden of this beautiful plantation that dates to pre-Revolutionary times.

Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry

Art room, theater studio, kids’ garden, pirate ship, math and engineering lab, and more. Spark imagination and explore your curious side at this home of learning adventures.

International African American Museum

The International African American Museum explores the history, culture, and impact of the African American journey on Charleston, South Carolina, the nation, and the world.

Heyward-Washington House

Explore antique wooden furniture and other exquisite pieces at this 18th-century Georgian style home of one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.

The Charleston Museum

America’s first museum. Discover a collection of historic artifacts, natural history, decorative arts, and two historic Charleston houses.

Nathaniel Russell House Museum

Built by the wealthy shipping merchant Nathaniel Russell in 1808, visit this historic house, recognized as one of America’s most important Neoclassical homes.

Aiken-Rhett House

Tells the story of life in 19th century Charleston through the lens of the wealthy. Tour the house and outbuildings and explore three distinct in-tact architectural periods.

Gibbes Museum of Art

View portraits, sculptures, and landscapes dating back to the 1700s at this beautifully designed Beaux Arts-style museum showcasing the visual culture of America and the South.

Southern Accent Tours

A great way to get an overview of the city’s history, with stops at Fort Sumter and Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens. And have a whole lot of fun.

Bulldog Tours

Explore our historic landscape, enchanting graveyards, savor rich culinary traditions, and more on one of the best walking tours in Charleston.

Fort Sumter Tours

Experience a key piece of American history with an hour at this National Monument with the only tour that actually stops at the fort.

Palmetto Carriage Works

A true step back in time as sightseers ride behind horses in old-fashioned carriages while receiving a narrated history lesson.

Charleston City Market

One of the most visited places in Charleston, this 200-year-old city market spanning four blocks is home to gourmet eats, arts and crafts, and plenty of Southern charm.

The Mills House Street View

Mills House

Grand, historic, stylish—and very pink—Mills House is where Southern traditions with passion and soul meet fun and delight in every moment. Find us in the heart of Charleston.