Discover Summerville, South Carolina – the charming younger sister of Charleston. Located just 24 miles away, Summerville is at the heart of your Lowcountry experience, where history and beauty intertwine. Here, the flowers bloom by the acre, world-class cuisine is served with a touch of Southern charm, and sweet tea is a staple.
Steeped in natural beauty and surrounded by lush pines and blooming azaleas, Summerville is a Tree City USA community, offering plenty of outdoor parks and gardens to explore. Despite its small-town feel, Summerville is full of character and charm. Take a stroll through the historic downtown, grab a seat and enjoy the local flavor, or allow your taste buds to tingle with a sip of our homegrown southern sweet tea.
With an average temperature of sunny and 75, there’s always something to do in Summerville. Only 20 minutes from Charleston and Beidler Forest, and 8 miles from historic Hwy 61, the town is a hub of activity. From festivals and outdoor events to community theaters, you can find all there is to do by checking out the local community calendar.
Summerville is host to several unique events, such as the Flowertown Festival (April 5-7 2024) – held in the stunning Azalea Park, a 12-acre oasis in the heart of town with peaceful ponds, paths, fountains, tennis courts, and an amazing collection of permanent sculptures.
The town is renowned for its historic character, with over 700 homes and buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. You can take a self-guided Historic Homes Walking Tour to discover the history of 20 homes in downtown Summerville.
Known as the Birthplace of Sweet Tea, Summerville is where the tea plant first landed, and tea was first commercially grown at the Pinehurst Tea Plantation. Explore the shops, sites, sips, and tastes that make life in Summerville so sweet along the Sweet Tea Trail.
Whether you’re here to visit friends or family, conduct business, or attend a meeting or event, Summerville is the perfect destination. Start your journey at the Visitors’ Center, where you’ll find information about the town and its attractions. From there, you can explore Summerville at your own pace, discovering the charm and beauty that this town has to offer.
So come and experience the kind of sweetness and hospitality you’d expect from a small Southern town with “big” charm. Let Summerville, South Carolina captivate you with its sunny weather, sweet tea, and charming atmosphere.
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