Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour

4.4 (72 reviews) Charleston, USA
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Duration1h - 1h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Charleston's past is alive and vibrant, waiting to be discovered around every corner. Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365 on this smartphone guided (app/gps) walking tour.

On this tour you’ll see Charleston’s historic downtown, including the famous Rainbow Row, The battery, multiple alley ways, hidden gems, a hidden entranceway to a famous graveyard, 2 parks, statues and so much more!

Along the way you’ll learn the stories of the holy city, the people, the civil war, the battery, GW, Edgar Allan Poe, the history of the buildings, the streets, the fences and the city’s soul. If you like to wonder the streets and wonder what’s the history of this tour, then this tour is for you.

Charlestonians are known for taking it slow, and so should you. This tour is designed to go at your own pace. Stop anytime to explore more and continue when you are ready. The tour never expires, and you can take it as many times as you want!

What's included

  • Tour on our walking Tour app for one tour
  • The tour never expires, go anytime.
  • Go at your own pace and schedule, 24/7/365
  • No food, admission, drinks or in person guide, this is all navigated by the walking tour app

What to expect

  1. Gateway Walk
    5m
    The tour starts at gateway walk where you'll get a chance to walk through a easy to find but little known pathway to the : Unitarian Church Cemetery and hear the connection to Edgar Allan Poe.
  2. 5m
    Who's Poogan? Learn about the dog that named the restaurant and see his stone outside. This is also one of the best souther restaurants you'll find. Yum.
  3. Gibbes Museum of Art
    Pass by
    The tour stops outside the museum and you'll learn about the history of Charleston's art scene, southern art and the history of the building.
  4. 10m
    Get a chance to see a a huge obelisk that's a miniature version of the Washington monument in Washington D.C. Learn the story of Washington here and take a rest.
  5. Rainbow Row
    5m
    See the iconic rainbow row and learn how it was created. This a great spot for pictures.
  6. 20m
    Walk around the battery and see the statues and learn about their stories and history as you walk. What role did the city play in the revolutionary war? The Civil War?
  7. 20m
    Explore sites on King Street, historic houses, churches, and sites and learn the history of the area. You'll see secret alleyways, historic sites, and so much more!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts at the gate of gateway walk just to the left of 163 King St, Charleston, SC 29401. There you will see a gate. Once you get there please open your walking tour app and press start tour. You'll be guided around the city.

End point

The tour ends at the iconic Rainbow row where you'll hear about how it came to be and get a chance to get a photo of the famous buildings.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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