Rich in culture and history.

Small businesses galore.

Founded in the early 19th century by area planters as a resort community, Bluffton continues today to be a delightful place to visit to truly discover why locals call it a “State of Mind”!

Nestled on the banks of the May River, Old Town offers many explorations. The streets are lined with unique boutiques, antique shops, galleries, eateries and specialized retailers.

The pristine May River — full of breath-taking vistas from Oyster Factory Park on Wharf Street to the foot of Calhoun Street at Church of the Cross — offers the perfect backdrop for our wanderers’ paradise. New adventures are calling your name in our coastal nirvana.

Let the members of the Old Town Bluffton Merchants Society be your tour guide in exploring our wonderful town.

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What You’ll Find In Old Town Bluffton

  • Come explore Old Town’s award-winning mix of home decor and fashion outlets, and find the most unique gift to remember your time in town.

    Shops Directory

  • From the perfect hairstyle to the best way to see our waterways, you’ll get it all with signature Southern hospitality.

    Services Directory

  • Artists from around the world have made Old Town Bluffton their home and are ready to share their masterpieces with you.

    Art Galleries Directory

  • No matter what time of day, Old Town eateries are at the ready to create everything from the perfect cup of coffee to a five-course meal of a lifetime.

    Dining Directory

  • Learn Bluffton’s story, from the first Indian settlers in the 1700s to its role in the American Revolution and Civil War to its vital role in the commercial evolution in the South.

    Explore Bluffton Directory

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