Beaufort and Parris Island event weekends: what to do between sessions
Beaufort is an antebellum town of oak-lined streets on the Lowcountry marshes, next to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.
Events we cover in Beaufort and Parris Island
Arriving
Savannah/Hilton Head (SAV) is 1 hour away; Charleston (CHS) is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Where to stay
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Port Royal and Boundary Street chains | Closest to the depot gate. |
| Mid-range | Downtown Beaufort | Walk the waterfront. |
| Splurge | Hilton Head Island | Beach resorts 45 minutes away. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hampton Inn Beaufort
- Mid-range: Beaufort Inn
- Splurge: The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort and Spa
Tours
Where to eat
With kids
- Hunting Island State Park.
Rainy-day backups
- Parris Island Museum.
- Beaufort History Museum.
Free things to do
- Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.
- Parris Island Museum (on base, check access).
Getting around
- You need a car; base access requires ID checks. Family Day is Thursday, graduation Friday.