Charleston, SC

South Carolina Aquarium
DESCRIPTION: Perky marine animals from sharks to river otters at the most popular attraction along scenic Charleston Harbor; lots of kid fun with interactive programs and Unbelievable Floating Objects - an exhibit featuring exotic creatures from around the world; Includes exhibits on Gullah Fishermen, Rice Trunk dams made by Gullah rice harvesters, and the Gullah art of making sweetgrass baskets

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 9a-6p

ADDRESS: 100 Aquarium Wharf

PHONE: 843-720-1990

WEBSITE: http://www.scaquarium.org

Charleston IMAX Theatre
DESCRIPTION: See astonishing up-close encounters with nature or the latest hit Hollywood movie adapted to the really big screen

ADDRESS: 360 Concord Street

PHONE: 843-725-4629

WEBSITE: http://www.charlestonimax.com

Charleston Waterfront Park
DESCRIPTION: Features an eight-acre linear park and pier along the Charleston Harbor, combined fountains, lawns, intimate garden "rooms", a jogging path, picnic tables and swings; also on the grounds is the City Gallery, a contemporary visual arts center to exhibit the work of local, regional artists with their contemporary national artists

DAYS & HOURS: Tue–Fri 11p-6p, Sat-Sun 12p-5p

ADDRESS: 34 Prioleau Street

PHONE: 843-958-6484

WEBSITE: link

Mt. Pleasant, SC

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
DESCRIPTION: Home of the WWII aircraft carrier Yorktown, other military vessels, and the Medal of Honor Museum, and vintage military aircraft; ships open for tour

DAYS & HOURS: April 1- Sept 30; 9a-6p; Oct 1-Mar 31 9a-5p; adults $12.50, children 6-11 $6, seniors and active military with ID $11

ADDRESS: 40 Patriots Point Road

PHONE: 843-884-2727

WEBSITE: http://www.patriotspoint.org