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Places to Visit in S.C.

Find out about some of the places you can visit in different areas of our state...that are not all that far away! Enjoy your travels!

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 Georgetown County Ecotourism | ETV Shorts

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Georgetown County Ecotourism | ETV Shorts
With an incredible ecosystem, Georgetown County is surrounded by water from rivers, marshes and the ocean. You can experience the county by water through kayaking or paddle boarding tours and even try...
 Greenwood Golf and Lakes | ETV Shorts

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Greenwood Golf and Lakes | ETV Shorts
Greenwood has so much to offer everyone, but especially folks who want to get away for some golf and to enjoy the lake views.
 Colleton County Ecotourism | ETV Shorts

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Colleton County Ecotourism | ETV Shorts
Colleton County, known as the front porch of the Lowcountry, offers tons of opportunity for the outdoor enthusiast. They have everything from hunting and fishing to boating and bird watching.
 Conway Waccamaw River | ETV Shorts

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Conway Waccamaw River | ETV Shorts
Winding through the heart of Conway, the Waccamaw River is a deep, black water river that offers water enthusiasts plenty of options to stay active. The Riverwalk and Riverfront Park are pristine...
 Colleton County Arts | ETV Shorts

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Colleton County Arts | ETV Shorts
Lowcountry art is just part of what makes Colleton County such a unique place to visit. The county is home to the South Carolina Artisan Center, and the Arts Council provides a myriad of opportunities...
 Chester County Historical Society Museum | ETV Shorts

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Chester County Historical Society Museum | ETV Shorts
The Chester County Historical Society Museum is housed in the old 1914 jail in downtown Chester. The museum has many unique items ranging from one of a kind paintings to the largest Indian arrowhead...
 Calhoun County Museum and Cultural Center  | ETV Shorts

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Calhoun County Museum and Cultural Center | ETV Shorts
The Calhoun County Museum and Cultural Center is a 20,000 square foot facility full of archives, memorabilia and the personal histories of the people of Calhoun County. Admission to the museum is free...
Bennettsville  | ETV Shorts Cooper's Country Store | ETV Shorts

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Cooper's Country Store | ETV Shorts
When you walk into Cooper's Country Store, it's like walking back in time. The store was built in 1937, and not much has changed since then. It's located in Salters right off of Highway 521 and has...
 Dolphin Conservation | ETV Shorts

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Dolphin Conservation | ETV Shorts
Johns Island Conservancy in Charleston County strives to make sure everyone knows the right way to treat dolphins in their natural habitat. The Bottlenose Dolphin is South Carolina's State Marine...
 Beaufort's Kazoo Factory | ETV Shorts

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Beaufort's Kazoo Factory | ETV Shorts
Kazoobie Kazoos, located in Beaufort, South Carolina, is America's only full-time kazoo factory. The company ships fun all over the world and offers folks a tour around the museum and factory. At the...
 Branchville Railroad Shrine and Museum | ETV Shorts

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Branchville Railroad Shrine and Museum | ETV Shorts
The Branchville Railroad Shrine and Museum is the site of the world's first railroad junction. The museum features lots of antiques that were once used by the railway, such as a velocipede, old...
 Bee City | ETV Shorts

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Bee City | ETV Shorts
Located between Summerville and Walterboro, Bee City is a honeybee farm and petting zoo. Bee City's focus is to educate the public on the importance of honeybees. The petting zoo is a main attraction...
 Anderson County: On the Water | ETV Shorts

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Anderson County: On the Water | ETV Shorts
Anderson County has lots to offer visitors who seek to find recreation on the water. Anderson recently installed the first ADA-accessible kayak launch along the Saluda River in Powdersville. The kayak...
 The USS Yorktown | Palmetto Scene

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The USS Yorktown | Palmetto Scene
We celebrate the 4th of July with a special look at the USS Yorktown located in Charleston, S.C. We learn how this carrier went from battle to victory during World War II. Also, a tour of all that...
 The Winnsboro Railroad  | Project Discovery Revisited

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The Winnsboro Railroad | Project Discovery Revisited
Without railroads, South Carolina would not have been developed. Many towns around Columbia and Florence were established because of train access. Coat trains, which consist of 100 cars, can carry an...
 S.C. State House, Part 1 | Project Discovery Revisited

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S.C. State House, Part 1 | Project Discovery Revisited
In the 1990s, the South Carolina legislature voted to set aside funding for some much-needed renovations to the state’s capitol building. To bring the building up to today’s standards, and to protect...
 Kings Mountain | Project Discovery Revisited

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Kings Mountain | Project Discovery Revisited
Kings Mountain was the site of an important battle of the Revolutionary War. The British were defeated and started a retreat to Yorktown, where they eventually lost the war, giving the 13 colonies...
 H.L. Hunley Discovered | Project Discovery Revisited

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H.L. Hunley Discovered | Project Discovery Revisited
The H. L. Hunley was a product of the pre-Civil War Industrial Revolution. Submersibles, torpedoes, and shells were also innovations of the 1860s. James McClintock and Baxter Watson built the Hunley...
 Avery Research Center | Project Discovery Revisited

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Avery Research Center | Project Discovery Revisited
Charleston, South Carolina, is a city rich in African American culture. Sullivan’s Island, once an entry port from Africa for the slave trade, was considered the gateway to the United States. The...
 Sea Turtle Rescue Manager | Original SC

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Sea Turtle Rescue Manager | Original SC
South Carolina's 187 miles of coast is enjoyed by millions year round and Kelly Thorvalson of the South Carolina Aquarium is here to protect it. Thorvalson has one of the most unique jobs in the world...