Language
Like most people in the United States, the residents of Charleston speak English nearly exclusively. Like all cities, Charleston is of course home to people of many different backgrounds and native languages. However, it is unlikely that a traveler will find a resident who understands his or her particular language, unless that language is English.

Attitude
Charleston is in general a laid-back city. Most people in Charleston are helpful when approached in a polite manner. If a traveler speaks little English, Charlestonians are still generally willing to help as best they can. It is advisable, however, to at least learn a few key English phrases, and perhaps carry a traveler's phrasebook.

Get around

Charleston is a city that is best explored by car or on   More...