There is a certain pride that comes with living or growing up in Charleston. Often, it manifests itself in quirky ways, like specific city knowledge, trends, and colloquialisms. Think: What is proper etiquette when walking down King Street? We’ll get into that.
If you happen to be lucky enough to be from the Holy City, here are a few unwritten rules you may know to be true submitted by readers on Instagram + through email — and if you’re not from Charleston, you might want to save this article for future reference.
“Never talk politics at Happy Hour. Always discuss the weather.” – Reader Ken B.
“During rainy season, keep an eye on the tide charts when planning to drive through downtown.” – Reader Erin C.
“Don’t be using the horn when driving unless it’s an absolute emergency and even then, probably don’t use the horn.” – Anon Reader
“Handwritten thank you notes are a must!” – Reader Ellen D.
“King Street sidewalks:
- 2 wide maximum each direction
- Keep to a side, not the middle
- Keep it moving” – @coach_nick_kinzel
“Keep an eye out for the one-way streets 👏” – @charleston_food_spot
“Don’t have any part of your tires on the asphalt when you park at the beach … $50 parking ticket automatically (might be higher now).” – @thejoelsario
“Don’t feed the seagulls!” – @holycityglass
“When the [Krispy Kreme] hot sign is on, you always have to stop…” – @stan_kablick
“Always have an umbrella during the summer, regardless of the forecast ☔” – @kateringram
“When merging on to 17 N. from Coming St. downtown, KEEP moving! Change lanes LATER!” – @eruss28
“You don’t have to pay the meter on Sundays!” – @charleston_food_spot
“East Bay from the aquarium to Harris Teeter is a 2 lane street, but it only fits one car.” – @notcharliehabakus
“Shop local. Support local. Eat local…” – @jeanneaeverett