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2h 36m120 miles6 stops
1
The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
Live theatre featuring clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, homemade desserts, and drinks -- at the downtown City Market. “Uproarious entertainment” - Thrillist.com
2
Escape in 60
Located in beautiful downtown Charleston at the heart of the Market on Market Street. In the middle of all of the action, attractions, restaurants, shops and bars. Escape In 60 is a fun, new entertainment concept to the Charleston. Each Escape Room is a real life adventure game designed for groups. Find hidden clues, solve riddles, puzzles, challenges and more. Take a break from all the Charleston history with an hour of interactive mystery!
3
Edmondston-Alston House
Constructed nearly 200 years ago, circa 1825, the Edmondston-Alston House presents a unique history of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived and labored on this property. Its collection of furniture, silver and decorative arts, largely original to those who owned the house, constitutes a rich, complex history of Charleston in the 19th century. Commanding a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor, the Edmondston-Alston House has witnessed many historic moments in the port city’s history. One of the oldest houses along the High Battery, it withstood the American Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and numerous hurricanes; it has survived to share a piece of Charleston history.
4
Papa Jazz Record Shoppe
5
The Capital Club
South Carolina's oldest and most dignified private gay bar, The Capital Club has been an established and integral part of our community for over 34 years. One of the oldest gay bars in the Southeast, and the oldest in Columbia, the laid-back and friendly Capital Club is right around the corner from PT's 1109 and a block from the state capitol building - it's along a stretch of Gervais that's been a big part of the city's recent gentrification, and you'll find several notable restaurants and mixed bars along this block and continuing south for a few more. This is a good place to mingle at the bar and chat with locals - there's a long bar on the left as you enter, and plenty of cozy spots to sit and chat
6
Studio Cellar
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(993) review
Live theatre featuring clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, homemade desserts, and drinks -- at the downtown City Market. “Uproarious entertainment” - Thrillist.com
2
Start:Escape in 60
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(975) review
Located in beautiful downtown Charleston at the heart of the Market on Market Street. In the middle of all of the action, attractions, restaurants, shops and bars. Escape In 60 is a fun, new entertainment concept to the Charleston. Each Escape Room is a real life adventure game designed for groups. Find hidden clues, solve riddles, puzzles, challenges and more. Take a break from all the Charleston history with an hour of interactive mystery!
3
Start:Edmondston-Alston House
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(992) review
Constructed nearly 200 years ago, circa 1825, the Edmondston-Alston House presents a unique history of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived and labored on this property. Its collection of furniture, silver and decorative arts, largely original to those who owned the house, constitutes a rich, complex history of Charleston in the 19th century. Commanding a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor, the Edmondston-Alston House has witnessed many historic moments in the port city’s history. One of the oldest houses along the High Battery, it withstood the American Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and numerous hurricanes; it has survived to share a piece of Charleston history.
4
Start:Papa Jazz Record Shoppe
Columbia, South Carolina·
5.0
(7) review
2014 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29205-1639
5
Start:The Capital Club
Columbia, South Carolina·
4.5
(7) review
South Carolina's oldest and most dignified private gay bar, The Capital Club has been an established and integral part of our community for over 34 years. One of the oldest gay bars in the Southeast, and the oldest in Columbia, the laid-back and friendly Capital Club is right around the corner from PT's 1109 and a block from the state capitol building - it's along a stretch of Gervais that's been a big part of the city's recent gentrification, and you'll find several notable restaurants and mixed bars along this block and continuing south for a few more. This is a good place to mingle at the bar and chat with locals - there's a long bar on the left as you enter, and plenty of cozy spots to sit and chat
6
Start:Studio Cellar
Columbia, South Carolina·
5.0
(9) review
912 Lady St The Vista, Columbia, SC 29201-3106
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What's the driving distance between Charleston and Columbia?
The distance is 120 miles
What's the travel time between Charleston and Columbia?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 2h 36m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Columbia?
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