If you're looking for a park-like setting in downtown Charleston, Hampton Park is the perfect spot for a photo session. It's my go-to for family photos. If you are wanting a plantation feel without the expense, the live oaks, gardens, and moss-draped trees definitely give off Charleston vibes. There's free parking, plenty of shade, and you don't have to walk too far to get a diverse set of backgrounds. One thing to take note of: the two-lane road, Mary Murray Drive, which follows the historic Washington Race Track, closes to vehicle traffic on Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings (starting mid-March).