Charleston Golf Trip Planning Guide
Charleston is a top-5 trip destination in America, period. The courses range from bucket-list (Kiawah's Ocean Course is nearby) to premium resort tracks, the food scene rivals any city in the South, and the bar scene on King Street goes late. For a group that wants elite golf plus elite nightlife, Charleston is the answer.
5 courses · 6 restaurants · 4 bars · 6 activities
Quick Facts
Spring, Fall
CHS (15 min drive)
$25–$450
$400/night
2 of 5
~$320/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Charleston. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Kiawah Island Ocean Course — links, $350–$450 · 4.7★
Pete Dye's oceanfront masterpiece. Hosted 2021 PGA Championship. Wind-battered and unforgettable.
FIG — farm to-table, $$$$
Mike Lata's seasonal masterpiece. James Beard Award winner. One of the best restaurants in the South.
The Cocktail Club — cocktail · Open late
Upstairs speakeasy on Upper King. Craft cocktails and a rooftop that's perfect for groups.
Day 2
Wild Dunes Links Course — links, $100–$195 · 4.6★
Tom Fazio oceanfront links on Isle of Palms. Final three holes along the Atlantic are spectacular.
Charleston Harbor Boat Tour — 2-3 hours, $45–$85/pp
Private charter around the harbor past Fort Sumter and the Ravenel Bridge. BYOB charters available.
Husk Charleston — southern, $$$
Sean Brock's original. Hyper-seasonal Southern cuisine in a historic house. The cheeseburger at the bar is legendary.
Republic Garden & Lounge — patio · Open late
Massive outdoor bar and lounge space. Great for big groups who want to spread out.
Day 3
Charleston Municipal Golf Course (The Muni) — parkland, $25–$45 · 4.4★
Beloved muni on the Ashley River. Seth Raynor design with serious bones. Best value round in the Lowcountry.
Charleston Brewery Crawl — 2-3 hours, $15–$40/pp
Edmund's Oast, Revelry, Westbrook, and Cooper River in a short loop. Some of the best craft beer in the South.
Lewis Barbecue — bbq, $$
Texas-style BBQ in Charleston. Brisket and beef ribs are the best in the Southeast. Outdoor seating, BYOB-friendly.
AC's Bar & Grill — dive · Open late
The ultimate Charleston dive bar. Cash only, strong pours, open until 2 AM. A King Street institution.
Course-by-Course Guide
Charleston has 5 courses worth playing, including 1 bucket-list tier layout. 2 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Kiawah Island Ocean Course
Bucket ListPete Dye's oceanfront masterpiece. Hosted 2021 PGA Championship. Wind-battered and unforgettable.
Charleston Municipal Golf Course (The Muni)
BudgetBeloved muni on the Ashley River. Seth Raynor design with serious bones. Best value round in the Lowcountry.
Patriots Point Links
SolidHarbor views and the USS Yorktown as your backdrop. Great twilight rate for arrival day golf.
RiverTowne Country Club
SolidArnold Palmer design along the Wando River. Challenging and well-conditioned. Great group outing track.
Wild Dunes Links Course
PremiumTom Fazio oceanfront links on Isle of Palms. Final three holes along the Atlantic are spectacular.
Where to Stay
Charleston has 3 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house.
$800–$2500/night
Sleeps 12–18 · Downtown Charleston / Upper King Street
$500–$1500/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Mount Pleasant / Sullivan's Island / Isle of Palms
$400–$1200/night
Sleeps 8–14 · West Ashley / James Island
Group Dining Guide
6 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
FIG
$$$$Mike Lata's seasonal masterpiece. James Beard Award winner. One of the best restaurants in the South.
Husk Charleston
$$$Sean Brock's original. Hyper-seasonal Southern cuisine in a historic house. The cheeseburger at the bar is legendary.
Lewis Barbecue
$$Texas-style BBQ in Charleston. Brisket and beef ribs are the best in the Southeast. Outdoor seating, BYOB-friendly.
The Ordinary
$$$Oyster hall and seafood restaurant in a historic bank building. Towers of shellfish and great cocktails.
Hall's Chophouse
$$$$Charleston's best steakhouse and it's not close. Live music, big pours, and the Hall family greets everyone.
Rodney Scott's BBQ
$James Beard-winning whole-hog BBQ. The ribs and pulled pork are transcendent. Casual, outdoor vibes.
Nightlife
4 bars curated for groups. 4 stay open past midnight.
The Cocktail Club
Late NightUpstairs speakeasy on Upper King. Craft cocktails and a rooftop that's perfect for groups.
Republic Garden & Lounge
Late NightMassive outdoor bar and lounge space. Great for big groups who want to spread out.
AC's Bar & Grill
Late NightThe ultimate Charleston dive bar. Cash only, strong pours, open until 2 AM. A King Street institution.
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
Late NightBest rooftop bar in Charleston with panoramic skyline views. Strong cocktails, late night vibes.
Activities Beyond Golf
6 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Charleston Harbor Boat Tour
Private charter around the harbor past Fort Sumter and the Ravenel Bridge. BYOB charters available.
Charleston Brewery Crawl
Edmund's Oast, Revelry, Westbrook, and Cooper River in a short loop. Some of the best craft beer in the South.
Inshore Fishing Charter
Redfish and flounder in the Lowcountry creeks. Multiple boats can handle your whole group.
Shem Creek Kayaking
Paddle through the marshes and spot dolphins. Great for a morning before golf or rest day activity.
Firefly Distillery Tour
Home of the original sweet tea vodka. Tour, tasting, and a great gift shop. 20 minutes from downtown.
Charleston Shooting Range
Indoor and outdoor ranges. Skeet shooting and handgun options. Great group activity.
Getting There
Fly into Charleston International Airport (CHS) — it's a 15-minute drive to Charleston. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Charleston Party Bus and Holy City Party Bus). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.