What to See and Do

BEACH

Nothing beats a relaxing day on the beach with family and friends! There’s a perfect spot waiting for you with over 10 miles of pristine beach and numerous boardwalks throughout the island. Bring your own beach chair or rent.

BIKING + WALKING

Grab a bike or put on your running shoes and explore the 30 miles of paved biking trails on the island. You never know what wildlife you’ll witness, from magnificent egrets and blue herons to alligators and bobcats!

ON THE WATER

Take in Kiawah’s spectacular environment while exploring the water by boat, kayak, canoe or standup paddleboard! There are many options for renting your own or joining in for a specialized tour.

PARKS + SPORTS

Night Heron Park has over 21 acres of fun with basketball and volleyball courts, soccer fields, a playground, pool complex, fitness trail and nature center. The park is located in the heart of Kiawah Island within the East Beach Village.

EXPLORE KIAWAH ISLAND

GOLF

Experience what many consider to be the finest collection of golf courses in the world. Each has it’s own unique features and all of them are beautiful to admire. The 4 world-class, public courses on Kiawah include Cougar Point, Turtle Point, Osprey Point, and The Ocean Course. Oak Point is also open to the public and is located right off island.

TENNIS

Kiawah was rated America’s #1 Tennis Resort by Tennis Magazine. There are two racquet clubs on the island under direction of former touring pro Roy Barth. One is located in East Beach and the other in West Beach. More information about the courts, scheduling times, and the tennis programs will be added soon.

ADVENTURE + RELAXATION

GUIDED TOURS

Don’t miss one of the various tours offered on island and throughout the area, from guided kayak and standup paddleboarding tours to boat expeditions and wildlife excursions!

RENTALS:
BEACH, BIKE + BABY

Look no further for all of your rental needs! Whether you’re looking for beach equipment, bike, or baby rentals, we have you covered.

SPA

Experience the bliss of a hot stone massage or take pleasure in a pedicure after a day of sightseeing. Indulge and relax your mind, body and spirit on island at The Sanctuary’s Spa or head up to Freshfields Village for a visit to Urban Nirvana!

SHOPPING

We’ve all heard it, shop ’til you drop! You don’t have to travel far for endless shopping opportunities on island, at Freshfields Village and Bohicket Marina. Head into town and also enjoy shopping in historic Downtown Charleston!

MORE COMING SOON!

We’re still working on this page. Stay tuned for search and list of everything to see and do!

EVENTS

With year around and special holiday events, there’s always something exciting to be doing!

Kiawah Island's Unofficial Travel and Visitors Guide