Georgetown - South Carolina - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Walk the trail of history when you visit Georgetown, South Carolina. This fascinating town has plenty of beaches, marches and tides to satisfy even the most discerning tourist. Choose to stay at a romantic bed and breakfast such as the Mansfield Plantation Bed and Breakfast Country Inn, which was named as one of the top ten romantic getaway locations in the country. There are several other bed and breakfast establishments to choose from if you can't get reservations here, such as the 1905 Live Oak Inn Bed and Breakfast, the DuPre House Bed and Breakfast and the Harbor House Bed and Breakfast. Of course, you can always choose one of the many hotels, such as the Days Inn, the Jamieson Inn or the Hampton Inn Georgetown Marina. The amenities that you will find at your fingertips will provide you with relaxation at its best.

History lovers will certainly bask in the historic homes and museums that they find in Georgetown. Visit the birthplace of Thomas Lynch, Jr. at the Hopsewee Plantation, where you can tour the home from the cellar to the attic. See the collection of antiques dating back hundreds of years at the Kaminski House Museum and visit the Prince George Winyeh Episcopal Church with its original pews. The former home of Wall Street tycoon, Bernard Baruch is open for tours at the Hobcaw Barony. Set in the midst of a 17,500 acre wildlife refuge, you will also be able to walk the only existing slave street in the country. The Rice Museum will take you back in time to explore the rich cultural heritage of the town.

If you would like to see Georgetown from the water, why not take a tour? There are several tours and cruises available on pontoon boats through the lowland creeks and marshes, such as Cap'n Bob's Lowcountry Plantation Tours. This is a veritable birdwatcher's paradise and you can experience the thrill of shelling and watching the birds with the Rover Tours.

Recreation facilities abound with everything from fishing to golfing. The many lakes and rivers provide you with fishing opportunities like none other. There are two golf courses to choose from - the Wedgefield Plantation Golf Course and the Winyeh Bay Golf Course which offer challenges for all golfing skill levels. If you prefer something more adventurous, you can go take a kayaking tour of the back country or take a fishing tour with the Georgetown Charters.

The avid shopper will feel right at home with the department stores and gift stores to be found here. Check out Carolina Charm for unique gift ideas or purchase upscale clothing at The Added Touch. Whatever meal you wish is waiting for you in the myriad of restaurants and eateries. Enjoy a delicious sandwich at the Front Street Deli or Godfrey's Coffee House, sit down to Greek cuisine at the Orange Blossom Café or experience the low country cooking at the Rice Paddy. You will certainly want to return again and again to enjoy the mouth watering tastes and sights.