Beaufort celebrated its 300th anniversary in 2011. Explored by the Spanish, the French and the English, Beaufort has a rich history, beautiful antebellum homes, scenic views and friendly local charm. And a beautiful location for filming some iconic movies:
What do The Great Santini, The Big Chill, G.I. Jane, Forrest Gump, Prince of Tides and Something to Talk About have in common? These films were all made in and around Beaufort, South Carolina!
Our air-conditioned Beaufort Tours van takes you to sites and homes where the stars stayed in downtown Beaufort. Locations surrounding Beaufort such as The Gump Medical Center (funded by Forrest’s “gazillions” he earned running the Bubba Gump Shrimp Company), The National Cemetery where The Great Santini was buried and the bridge from Forrest Gump that he crossed on the way back east from his cross-country run – yes, the “Mississippi River” bridge in actually here in Beaufort.
The Castle, 1861 Antebellum home used in the movie "Forces of Nature"
Walking Tour starting at the Beaufort Downtown Marina
Waling Tour
Walking Tour
Pat Conroy, local author, Prince of Tides, Great Santini, The Water is Wide, Lords of Discipline
The Penn Center, 1862 start of educating newly freed slaves
Steamship "The Planter", taken by Robert Smalls of Beaufort and turned over to Union Navy in Charleston harbor
Local
Eat and Drink
- Claude & Uli's Bistro - Hilton Head Island (15.6 miles) - For nearly two decades, Chef Claude and Uli have delighted diners with their bistro's European c...
- Sigler's Rotisserie & Seafood - Bluffton (15.9 miles) - Restaurant and private dining room available. Open kitchen and "Chef's Counter" creating...
- Shelter Cove Towne Centre - Hilton Head Island (17.3 miles) - Start with the ultimate Island shopping and dining experience. After that the sky's the limit. Y...
- Black Marlin Bayside Grill and Hurricane Bar - Hilton Head Island (18.5 miles) - The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers the island’s best selection of fresh seafood, delicious hand...
- Pino Gelato - Hilton Head Island (19.3 miles) - Authentic Italian Gelato! Also home of the Pizza Cone as seen on Food Network Pino Gelato began with ...
See and Do
- Beaufort Tours Beaufort (0.0 miles) - Beaufort celebrated its 300th anniversary in 2011. Explored by the Spanish, the French and the Engli...
- Beaufort History Museum Beaufort (0.2 miles) - To relive the rich history of Beaufort, S.C. and the surrounding area, start with a visit to Beaufor...
- Shelter Cove Towne Centre Hilton Head Island (17.3 miles) - Start with the ultimate Island shopping and dining experience. After that the sky's the limit. Y...
- The Sandbox Children's Museum: Where Kids Learn to Play and Play to Learn Hilton HEad Island (20.0 miles) - Welcome to The Sandbox Hoping for some great one-on-one time with your kids this vacation? Looking to...
Shopping
- The Oilerie of Hilton Head Island - Hilton Head Island (19.3 miles) - The Oilerie Hilton Head Island is conveniently located mid-island in The Village at Wexford. Special...
