Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mount Pleasant travel guide

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With a population of 67,843, Mount Pleasant is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Mount Pleasant deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Mount Pleasant

If you’re looking for affordable options, Water's Edge - Charleston (1407 Shrimp Boat Lane) and Langdon's Restaurant (778 South Shelmore Blvd.) are great picks.

When to visit Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant in January
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mount Pleasant in January
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mount Pleasant in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Mount Pleasant, with an average rainfall of 2.3″.

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How to Get to Mount Pleasant

Plane

When flying to Mount Pleasant, you’ll arrive at Charleston Municipal Airport (CHS), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Mount Pleasant include Air Canada, Lufthansa and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from New York and takes around 2h 08m.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Pleasant is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 176 miles from Mount Pleasant. You’ll find branches of CarWiz and MEGA MC, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

When flying to Mount Pleasant, you’ll arrive at Charleston Municipal Airport (CHS), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Mount Pleasant include Air Canada, Lufthansa and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from New York and takes around 2h 08m.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Pleasant is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 176 miles from Mount Pleasant. You’ll find branches of CarWiz and MEGA MC, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Mount Pleasant

MYRMyrtle Beach Intl
SAVSavannah/Hilton Head
CHSCharleston

Airlines serving Mount Pleasant

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,977 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,913 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,177 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mount Pleasant

Average rates range from around $214 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $339 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include TownePlace Suites by Marriott Charleston Mt. Pleasant and Hampton Inn & Suites Charleston/Mt. Pleasant-Isle Of Palms.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mount Pleasant

Most booked hotels in Mount Pleasant

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The Charleston Place
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1220 reviews)
$438+
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Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant - Charleston
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 989 reviews)
$127+
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Hotel Emeline
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 714 reviews)
$278+
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The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 295 reviews)
$258+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1366 reviews)
$139+
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Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 940 reviews)
$154+
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Renting a car in Mount Pleasant

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant costs $62 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Mount Pleasant.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Mount Pleasant (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Pleasant is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant costs $62 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Mount Pleasant.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Mount Pleasant (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Pleasant is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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