What to do in Summerville

Explore Flowertown

  Where the average is sunny and 75, there is always a lot to do in Summerville. Only 20 minutes from Charleston and Beidler Forest, we are also only eight miles from the beautiful historic Hwy 61 where the plantations will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Whether you’re looking for a festival, an outdoor event, or a community theatre, you can find all there is to do by checking out our community calendar for upcoming local events.


Summerville, South Carolina is just 24 miles outside of Charleston, making it the perfect day trip location to add to your itinerary. Great shopping and dining establishments add to Summerville's character, and you'll be pleased with the variety of accommodations. But we believe it's our Southern charm and historic flavor that makes Summerville a 'must-see' destination.


Summerville is host to several unique events, like the Flowertown Festival – held in beautiful Azalea Park, a 12-acre oasis in the heart of town with peaceful ponds, paths, fountains, tennis courts, and an amazing collection of permanent sculpture.


With over 700 homes and buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, Summerville is well-known for its historic character. We invite you to experience the kind of charm and hospitality one expects from an idyllic, small Southern town with "big" charm -- a town like Summerville, South Carolina.



Share by: