Charleston has always been a commercial city. Experience one of the oldest commercial Charleston real estate locations at the Charleston City Market. In 1788, Charles Cotesworth Pinckney gave the land to the city with the stipulation that it be a public food market in perpetuity. The sheds that still stand today were constructed starting in 1804. Shoppers can find an incredible variety of merchandise at the City Market. There are delicious vegetables and hand-crafted sauces. Browse the work of local artists and artisans, and find something to take back to your Charleston home. There are also vendors selling all-natural bath and beauty products, clothing, and jewelry.
Charleston Real Estate Owners Shop, Take a Tour, and Have a Day Out
If you have out of town guests, the City Market is a great place to give them a unique Charleston experience. Be sure to visit the sweetgrass basket vendors. These baskets were originally used to winnow rice and were constructed by the African slaves on the plantations. Today, the baskets are a proud tradition, with artisans both honoring the old methods and inventing modern expressions.
The market is a great place for Charleston home owners to take a “staycation” and get to know their city better. Tours are available, which give participants a look at the varied history of the market. Eat at one of the restaurants specializing in Lowcountry cuisine, then stay at one of the historic hotels in the area. The day market is open seven days a week from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. From March through December, the night market is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:30 to 10 p.m. It’s also open on the third Thursday of each month. Find out more about the Charleston City Market.
