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So many artists and venders in one place. You can buy clothes, picture, food, baskets, jewelry, coaters, books and much more all in one place.
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Date of experience: January 2021
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We last visited the City Market in December 2019 and it was thriving. Due to winter and Covid, there were fewer booths open in January 2021. I was also there on a weekday. I always recommend a visit to the market, but be prepared that there may be fewer vendors than in the past. Even if you are not shopping, it is a great area to walk around and take in the history of Charleston.…
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Date of experience: January 2021
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they have sweets, bathbombs jewelry, snacks , sweets ,dolls stands , christmas decos , ornaments , toys, scarves , you name it .. put your mask on and walk through to go shopping for souveniers...
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Date of experience: January 2021
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Love going here! Have been to Charleston many many times and I never get tired of going there! This time I found a tea that I had had at Toast's. Also bought some moked dresses for my niece;s birthday
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Date of experience: January 2021
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City Market is basically a narrow warehouse like building with a variety of purportedly locally made products but in reality have only a few truly local vendors. It reminds me of a commercialized hall of mostly souvenirs ranging from foods and spices to jewelry and crafts. The most impressive vendors were the sweetgrass basket weavers. My teens were unimpressed except for a few local items they bought (grits and peach jam). Beware of the grass “rose” pushers at the entrances and exits. They'll offer you a rose in exchange for cash. It’s an unapproved solicitation. I’ve been to this market years ago when the vendors were more likely locals and they also sold fresh vegetables and fruits. I preferred that to what it’s become. With all the beautiful historical treasures in downtown Charleston, this place should be one of the last places to visit, if at all.…
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Date of experience: January 2021
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