The Isle of Palms is located just 15 miles northeast of historic, downtown Charleston. This lively beach town is filled with casual shopping and dining options, as well as nightlife during the summer season. The gated community of Wild Dunes hosts a full-service marina, two championship golf courses and several upscale dining establishments, as well as quieter, more private beaches. Visitors to the island often make the easy drive to downtown Charleston to experience the plethora of historical sites, including the museums, art exhibits, and classic Southern architecture. Tour opportunities abound with centuries-old plantation tours, horse-drawn carriage tours, guided ghost tours, and historic home tours to name a few. And of course, visitors to the area should not miss Charleston's world class dining, shopping and watersport activities.