Sunset Cruise
Sunset Cruise With Folly Tiki
Folly Tiki runs public sunset cruises on its tiki catamaran as well as private charters. It's a low-effort way to see dolphins and watch the sky turn pink with your friends.
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Slow mornings, sunset cruises, salty hair and long dinners with your best friends. Here's how to plan a laid-back girls trip to Folly Beach.
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A Girls Trip to Folly Beach, Done Right
Whether it's a birthday, a college reunion or just a long-overdue catch-up, Folly Beach is an easy yes for a girls getaway. The island is small and walkable, the vibe is relaxed and the ocean does most of the work. You can spend the whole trip barefoot, then drive 20 minutes into Charleston if the group wants a day of shopping downtown.
This guide covers the whole girls weekend in order: easygoing activities, where to eat, brunch with the crew and where to stay together.
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Things To Do
Girls Weekend Activities on Folly Beach
Keep the schedule light: one thing on the water, one thing on the sand and plenty of time for nothing at all. These are the girls trip activities worth planning around.
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On the Water
Paddleboard the Folly River Marsh
A guided stand-up paddleboard or kayak tour through the calm creeks behind the island. You'll get marsh views, birds, maybe a dolphin, and a workout that doesn't feel like one.
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Try Something New
Group Surf Lesson
Folly is the East Coast's laid-back surf town, and the gentle beach breaks are great for first-timers. Book a group lesson and cheer each other on when someone finally stands up.
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Shopping
Shop Center Street
Browse beachy boutiques, surf shops like the long-running McKevlin's and souvenir stores along Center Street. Grab an iced coffee and take your time.
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Beach Day
Quiet Beach Day at the County Park
Folly Beach County Park on the west end of the island is quieter than the pier area, and it has restrooms and showers. Pack books, snacks and a big blanket for a real reset day.
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Entertainer
Michael At Your Place
Dont leave your airbnb a interactive energetic show is coming to you, just call or text to book.
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Long Dinners
Where to Eat on a Girls Trip to Folly Beach
Mix one "dress up a little" dinner with easy, sandy-feet meals. These are our picks for eating well with friends on the island.
Dinner With a View
BLU Oceanfront Dining
Fresh seafood with the ocean and the pier right in front of you, inside the Tides hotel. It's the pick for the one night everyone actually does their hair.
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Island Staple
Rita's Seaside Grille
A colorful, locally owned spot steps from the beach, with indoor and outdoor seating, frequent live music and a menu everyone can agree on.
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Local Catch
Loggerhead's Beach Grill
A laid-back beach grill known for local seafood. Order the blackened flounder and a round of cold drinks.
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Pasta Night
Alfredo's on Folly
When the group needs a break from seafood, this cozy Italian spot delivers comforting pasta and a friendly, family-run feel.
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Beach Lunch
The Drop In Bar & Deli
Big sandwiches and a local, low-key feel. Pick up lunch on your way to the sand, or stop back later for a drink.
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Worth the Drive
Bowen's Island Restaurant
A Lowcountry institution just off the island on the way to Folly. Come for oysters and marsh sunsets in a place with real character.
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Slow Mornings
Girls Weekend Brunch on Folly Beach
No alarms, no rush. Pick one sit-down brunch for the crew and keep a grab-and-go spot in your back pocket for early beach mornings.
Mimosas
Rita's Seaside Grille
Easy breakfast classics, shrimp and grits and good mimosa options, all steps from the beach. It's a relaxed sit-down brunch for the whole group.
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Lowcountry Brunch
Loggerhead's Beach Grill
Lowcountry brunch done right: shrimp and grits, crab cake Benedict and a seafood omelet, plus a coffee worth lingering over.
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Grab & Go
Dead Low Cafe
The quick-breakfast move. Grab a hot bacon, egg and cheese and a coffee, then head straight for the sand.
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Home Base
Where to Stay for a Folly Beach Girls Getaway
Smaller groups have more options. A cozy cottage feels like a sleepover, a marsh-view house is perfect for sunset porch nights, and the oceanfront hotel keeps things easy.
Cozy Cottage
Classic Folly Beach Cottage
A 3–4 bedroom beach cottage a few blocks from the sand is the sweet spot for most girls trips. Look for a screened porch and an outdoor shower.
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Sunset Views
Marsh-View Home on the River Side
Rentals facing the Folly River trade ocean views for some of the prettiest sunsets on the island. They're often quieter and better value, too.
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Easy Mode
Tides Folly Beach Hotel
Book a few oceanfront rooms side by side and let someone else make the beds. You get a beachfront pool, a tiki bar and the pier right outside.
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If this trip comes with a veil, see our full Folly Beach bachelorette party guide for party boats, bar hopping and big group stays.