A Gothic-Revival cypress church of 1857 perched over the May River, a survivor of Bluffton's burning.Church of the CrossHistoric Sites · BlufftonFree 4.8The Church of the Cross is a striking Gothic-Revival cypress church from 1857, perched over the May River in Bluffton. This beautiful structure survived Bluffton's burning during the Civil War. Visitors can explore its historic grounds and admire the architecture for free. Dining nearbyOkan BlufftonAmerican · $$WalkableBluffton Oyster CoSeafood MarketWalkableGreenhouse RestaurantAmerican0.4 mi · ~2 min driveCorner Perk Brunch Cafe & Coffee Roasters – BlufftonCafe · $$0.4 mi · ~2 min driveFARM BlufftonAmerican · $$$0.4 mi · ~2 min driveMa Daisy’s PorchAmerican0.5 mi · ~2 min driveThings to do nearbyPalmetto Lagoon ChartersTours & Charters · PaidWalkableMay River ExcursionsTours & Charters · PaidWalkableOyster Factory ParkFamily & Recreation · FreeWalkableOld Town Bluffton Historic DistrictHistoric Sites · Free0.6 mi · ~2 min driveWhile you're hereLantern Parade 2026Sat, Nov 14 · Festivals8.7 mi · ~21 min driveLakeviewTue, Nov 10 · Live Music17 mi · ~41 min driveSouth Carolina Ballet – The NutcrackerSat, Nov 28 · Arts & Theater17 mi · ~42 min driveAsk AI about this placeAskDinner nearby← Back to Explore