Destination guide for Charleston’s Museum Mile Month Pass.
While traveling, I’m always on the lookout for ways to save money, so I was delighted to discover this great budget-friendly pass while planning my visit to Charleston (January 2025). The Museum Mile Month pass, offered by the Charleston Museum, is valid throughout January and grants admission to 13 sites for just $35.
Museum Mile derives its name from a one-mile stretch of Meeting Street, lined with numerous museums, historical sites, parks, and other notable places. During January, thanks to the Museum Mile Month pass, residents and visitors have the wonderful opportunity to explore the city’s rich history at an affordable price.
Aside from the excellent price, the Museum Mile Month pass offers a positive experience through its simple purchase process and ease of use. Since I prefer to have my passes in hand before a trip, I purchased the pass online and requested it be mailed (no additional cost for this option). The pass can only be bought via this method before December 31st. In January, the pass is available for purchase in person at one of the Charleston visitor centers.
After purchasing, you’ll receive a physical pass that provides a list of participating sites, along with their contact information and websites. To use it, simply present the pass at the ticket counter upon arrival at a site, and a staff member will mark it to record your visit. In today’s digital world, I appreciated having an actual physical pass that I can later add to a scrapbook!
The only drawback I can think of is that the Museum Mile Month pass is solely valid in January. While January is not a popular travel month, it is an ideal time to visit Charleston. The weather is pleasant, cool with low humidity, and there are fewer crowds.
Can’t make it to Charleston in January? There are two combo tickets available throughout the year that help travelers save money. The Historic Charleston Foundation offers a combo ticket for the Aiken-Rhett House Museum and the Nathaniel Russell House. Another great pass is the 2-site or 3-site combo ticket sold by the Charleston Museum that includes the Heyward-Washington House, the Joseph Manigault House, and the Charleston Museum.
Is the pass worth it? If you plan to visit several historical sites and museums, then the pass is a definite cost-saver. I provide a table with the adult admission price (as of July 2025) for each site listed on the pass, and as you can see, costs can add up pretty quickly. So yes, the $35 pass is well worth it!
To enter the Children’s Museum, you must be accompanied by a child who is 10 years old or under.
I have linked a few sites to published destination guides. As I post others, I will update the list with the link.
| Aiken-Rhett House Museum | $16 | Combo ticket available for $24; covers Aiken-Rhett House Museum and Nathaniel Russell House |
| Charleston Museum | $15 | Combo ticket available with the Heyward-Washington House or the Joseph Manigault House; 2 sites for $22 or 3 sites for $30 |
| Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry | $15 | |
| Joseph Manigault House | $15 | Combo ticket available with the Heyward-Washington House or the Joseph Manigault House; 2 sites for $22 or 3 sites for $30 |
| Museum at Market Hall | $7 | |
| The Powder Magazine | $6 | |
| Gibbes Museum of Art | $12 | |
| Old Slave Mart Museum | $12 | |
| South Carolina Historical Society Museum | $12 | |
| Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon | $15 | |
| Heyward-Washington House | $15 | Combo ticket available with the Heyward-Washington House or the Joseph Manigault House; 2 sites for $22 or 3 sites for $30 |
| Nathaniel Russell House | $16 | Combo ticket available for $24; covers Aiken-Rhett House Museum and Nathaniel Russell House |
| Edmondston-Alston House | $15 |
Resources
For additional information, visit the Charleston Museum Mile website.
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