125 Best Charleston Instagram Captions

Looking to capture the true southern charm of Charleston South Carolina? Check out these 125+ best Charleston Instagram captions and quotes.

There’s just something about Charleston.

It’s no secret around here that we love Charleston. From downtown to the beaches, the history, the food…we just can’t get enough of Charleston.

We’ve visited Charleston numerous times over the year and still keep going back for more!

Best Charleston Captions

Charleston, South Carolina is a city rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. From the cobblestone streets of the French Quarter to the sandy beaches of Sullivan’s Island, the city offers endless opportunities for exploration and adventure.

With its charming architecture, vibrant food scene, and stunning waterfront views, it’s no wonder that Charleston has become a wildly popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

As you capture the essence of this picturesque city on Instagram, finding the perfect caption to accompany your photos can be a challenge. In this post, we will explore some of the best Charleston Instagram captions that will help you showcase all the beauty and wonder that this beloved city has to offer.

Short Charleston Captions

Discover some of our favorite short Charleston captions for your next Instagram post:

1. Charleston girl
2. Charleston vibes
3. Hello Holy City
4. Palm trees and Rainbow Row
5. Oh hey Charleston!
6. Charming Charleston
7. Cheers to Charleston
8. In the heart of downtown Charleston
9. Historic charm like no other
10. Charleston highlights
11. Picture perfect pineapple
12. Conquered King Street
13. Classic Charleston
14. Coastal therapy
15. Fell In love with Folly Beach
16. Folly Beach fun
17. Folly Beach faves
18. Isle of Palms never disappoints
19. Sullivan’s Island surprise
20. Sweet Sullivan’s
21. Sunset at Shem Creek
22. That’s a wrap on Rainbow Row
23. Rainbow Row aesthetic
24. Iconic in pastels
25. Rainbow Row inspo
26. Color your days
27. In Charleston y’all!
28. Waking up in Charleston
29. Checking out Charleston
30. Ciao Charleston
31. Meet me on King St
32. When in Charleston…
33. Indulge your foodie fantasies in Charleston
34. Keeping up on King St.
35. An abundance of history and charm in Charleston
36. Meet me at The Battery
37. A foodie’s paradise
38. Pineapples and plantations
39. Pastel vibes
40. Cheeky Charleston
41. In awe of the Angel Oak
42. Fort Sumter fun
43. Charleston City Market finds
44. Charleston days
45. I’ll always say yes to Charleston
46. Uniquely Charleston
47. Crashing in Kiawah
48. Just can’t stay away from Charleston
49. Care free in Kiawah
50. Is there anything better than Charleston?
51. Rockin Rainbow Row
52. So much history here…
53. Choose Charleston
54. Acres of oak trees
55. Shem Creek shenanigans
56. Something about Sullivan’s
57. Obsessed with this city
58. Greetings from Charleston!
59. Ready to road trip to Charleston??
60. Ready to take on the town!

Cute Charleston Captions

If you’re going for a cute Instagram caption, try some of these fun favorites:

1. Cutest little southern city you ever did see
2. Catch me in Charleston
3. Happiest here
4. I’ll always come back to Charleston
5. Bless your heart
6. Life is better in Charleston
7. Late nights in Charleston
8. Sunkissed in Charleston
9. Lovin the low country
10. Charleston cuties

Find out some of our favorite things to do in Charleston!

Funny Charleston Captions

Adding a witty or clever caption to your photos can not only make your followers laugh, but also highlight the unique experiences you had in Charleston. So next time you visit this beautiful city, don’t forget to snap some photos and add a funny caption to make your Instagram feed stand out.

1. Talk southern to me
2. Better than biscuits and gravy
3. I reckon I’ll stay here awhile
4. What do we do when we’re sad? Book a weekend in Charleston.
5. Just here for the food
6. But first, shrimp and grits
7. The way to my heart is a weekend away in Charleston
8. I don’t know the question, but Charleston is the answer.
9. Charleston made me do it.
10. My bank account can’t afford King Street.

If you’re like us, we travel for food. There’s no shame in my game. Check out some of our favorite area Mount Pleasant restaurants– right outside of downtown Charleston.

Southern Captions for Instagram

If you’ve never experienced the south, you’re in for a treat. Charleston is as southern as it gets, so grab some of these fun southern captions for Instagram for your next post!

1. Southern influence
2. Southern hospitality at its best
3. Sweetgrass and sunshine
4. A southern legend
5. It’s a southern thing
6. Discovering my southern roots
7. Need me some southern charm
8. A true southern gem
9. Southern living
10. Big southern energy
11. Southern dreaming
12. So southern
13. Sweet tea and palm trees
14. True southern hospitality
15. Low country living
16. Southern state of mind
17. Landed in low country
18. Southern dreaming
19. If lost, return to the south
20. Hold on to your britches, you’re in the south now.

Southern Charm Captions

If you’ve been dreaming of experiencing true southern charm, then Charleston is the place for you. You literally can’t help falling in love with this charming city. Well, we sure can’t at least!

1. Southern charm galore
2. Swanky southern
3. Show me true southern charm
4. Listen to that southern drawl
5. Old world southern charm
6. Gimme all the history, culture, food, and southern charm
7. Exploring the charm of Charleston
8. The definition of southern charm
9. Southern charm at its best
10. Add a little southern flair to your day

South Carolina Captions for Instagram 

South Carolina really has a lot to offer. Since we only live two hours away, we have had the pleasure of traveling through SC extensively. From Myrtle Beach to Columbia and Greenville to Charleston, we love SC! It’s the perfect weekend getaway from NC or addition to a Southeast road trip!

Here are just a few fun South Carolina Instagram captions:

1. Nothing like the south!
2. Exploring the palmetto state
3. The sweet sweet south
4. SC born and bred
5. Celebrating the palmetto state
6. Discovering the heart of SC
7. Simply SC
8. SC squad
9. There’s just something about South Carolina
10. A South Carolina story…

Charleston Quotes

“Come quickly, have found heaven.” Alfred Hutty

“Charleston is a city that never fails to enchant, with its stunning architecture, rich history, and charming atmosphere.” Dave Matthews

“Charleston has a charm about it that is indescribable.” Pat Conroy

“Charleston is a city where the streets are lined with history, the food is cooked with love, and the scenery is simply breathtaking.” Anthony Bourdain 

“I’m going back to dignity and grace.  I’m going back to Charleston, where I belong.” Rhett Butler

“Charleston has something for everyone. Rain or shine.” Thomas Gibson

 “A few dolphins played in the not-so-distant waves, and sunlight fell like glitter in shades of orange and pink against the water. And this—this—was Charleston.” Ashley Clark

“Charleston is a place that has its own rhythm, its own special kind of beauty.” Stephen Colbert

“Charleston is a city of true southern charm and hospitality, a place where visitors always feel welcome.” Rachael Ray

“Charleston is one of the best built, handsomest, and most agreeable cities that I have ever seen.” Marquis de Lafayette

“Charleston is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It’s a living, breathing piece of American history.” Dan Brown

What can I say, I have a thing for words. If you love quotes too or are looking for the perfect caption or sayings, you might like these posts too:

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Charleston Instagram Spots

It’s no secret that Charleston is super Insta-worthy! So if you’re looking for some great Charleston Instagram spots, I’ve got you covered. Here are my top picks for Instagrammable places in Charleston:

1. Rainbow Row
2. The Pineapple Fountain
3. The Historic Charleston City Market
4. Shem Creek
5. St. Phillips Church
6. Hotel Bennett – Be sure to make a reservation at Camellia’s, South Carolina’s most Instagrammable restaurant.
7. South of Broad Street
8. The Battery
9. Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens for that classic giant oaks draped with Spanish moss.
10. The Angel Oak Tree
11. Cypress Gardens
12. King Street
13. Dock Street Theatre
14. Any of the area churches, alleys, beaches, and streets
15. Ravenel Bridge

Pro Tip: Be prepared for crowds at some of the more popular spots. Go early in the mornings to try to avoid the lines. Below is just a glimpse of all the people waiting for their turn to get a photo on Rainbow Row.

Charleston, South Carolina, is a city that truly embodies Southern charm and beauty.

There is no shortage of Instagram-worthy spots in this city. When crafting your next Instagram caption, be sure to highlight the unique aspects of Charleston that made your trip memorable.

Whether it was the delicious food, the friendly locals, or the picturesque scenery, there are plenty of ways to showcase the city’s charm and beauty in your post. So go ahead and snap that perfect picture, add your clever Charleston Instagram caption, and share your love for Charleston with the world!

About The Author

Julie is the founder and author of the lifestyle and travel blog, More than Main Street. Always exploring, she and her family have traveled to 32 US States, over 20 countries, and feels fortunate to call North Carolina home. Julie’s all about gratitude, mindset, self love, seeking out new experiences, and living life to the fullest. Learn more about Julie HERE.