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    The Citadel

    601 Reviews
    #18 of 243 things to do in Charleston
    Universities & Schools, Sights & Landmarks
    171 Moultrie St, Charleston, SC 29409-0002
    +1 843-953-5006
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    “The Military College of South Carolina”

    A lovely campus full of interesting things to see. Try to get there on Friday when parade is... read more

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    SuzKMo
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    North Carolina
    “What they don't tell you.”

    I am a former citadel student, while it looks grand from the outside, there is so much junk that... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Benbowers117
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    Greenville, South Carolina
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    A historic military college best known for its Moorish-inspired architecture.

    About The Citadel

    A historic military college best known for its Moorish-inspired architecture.
    4.5
    601 reviews
    • Excellent65%
    • Very good29%
    • Average5%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible0%
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    “beautiful campus” (58 reviews)
    “military college” (48 reviews)
    “dress parade” (24 reviews)
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    171 Moultrie St, Charleston, SC 29409-0002
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    The Military College of South Carolina

    A lovely campus full of interesting things to see. Try to get there on Friday when parade is scheduled. It is something to be seen! The parade schedule is available on the website.

    Thank SuzKMo
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    What they don't tell you.

    I am a former citadel student, while it looks grand from the outside, there is so much junk that goes on inside the walls of the battalions. Many people just excuse the hazing and harassment as "oh it makes them tougher". No it really doesn't,...More

    Thank Benbowers117
    Reviewed 20 August 2017 via mobile
    Great Institution.

    I moved to VA for. Charleston over a year ago, and on my 1st visit back I made sure to stop by The Citadel. What a Place! Campus is beautiful and full of history. There's a beautiful park beside/behind The Citadel call Hampton Park. You...More

    Thank Kyle G
    Reviewed 18 August 2017
    Historical University

    The property is very impressive. There are lots of tanks, planes, helicopters, and other artifacts of war. The architecture is very nice, and the grounds are well maintained. There are historical facts scattered around the campus, and seeing the cadets marching around is impressive.

    Thank Guillermo P
    Reviewed 30 July 2017
    Majestic

    Came to visit where a cousin went to school in the late 80's. The Citadel is quite the impressive military institution.

    Thank 71suzif
    Reviewed 16 July 2017
    Visit the Military College of South Carolina

    We had a guide to escort us around the campus of The Citadel. The campus is beautiful, the grounds and buildings are well maintained, the students are very polite and accustomed to visitors wandering the campus. Our guide took us into the beautiful chapel where...More

    Thank travel7continents
    Reviewed 13 July 2017
    Wow!

    We originally came to see the College of Charleston but thought we would also plan a visit to The Citadel. I cannot say enough about this institution, their employees and the students.... We were in awe from the moment we stepped onto campus so much...More

    Thank Penny J
    Reviewed 12 July 2017
    gorgeous campus!

    worth a trip to see the campus. kept very well. expected more flowering plants, though. great photo opportunities around the campus.

    Thank Terrifurniss
    Reviewed 12 July 2017 via mobile
    Free to visit

    This is a little further outside the main hub of Charleston than we thought so it is worth driving where access is free and troublefree. The whole complex is spectacular with some very handsome buildings which house this military college. It is easy to walk...More

    Thank Tony C
    Reviewed 11 July 2017
    Classic military college

    The Citadel provides educational opportunities for SC residents and students from other states who are interested in a structured, military-type college environment.

    Thank Kathie C
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    Ashley J
    29 June 2017|
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    Response from Ashley J |
    Here the schedule for 2017/2018 . Parades start back up in September. citadel.edu/root/parade-schedule
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    Ashley J
    29 June 2017|
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    Response from Jim H | Reviewed this property |
    Sorry to be so late. No I do not believe so. Just when the cadets are on campus.
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    Donna M
    6 March 2017|
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    Response from RWSII | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, you can walk around and walk into some of the buildings. There are no reservations required. The parades are only on Fridays during the school year and are typically at 3:30pm.
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