Discover Charleston! (Small Group Walking Tour - Max 10 Guests)

Duration1h 30m

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

At Holy City Walks we believe that the history of Charleston is much more than facts and dates. It is the story of the real people who faced struggles just to arrive in 1670. It is about the contributions of brave individuals for more than 350 years in the face of wars, pirates, hurricanes, earthquakes, fires, and turmoil. Charleston is more than a beautiful old city. Come discover it all with Holy City Walks!

What's included

90 minute Guided Tour
View and hear stories of charming homes, gardens, and parks within the historic district.
Stories of pirates, patriots, heroes and villains that make up Charlestons history!
Licensed Professional Tour Guide

Bottled water - Charleston can be warm, please bring this for yourself.

What to expect

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
10m

The tour meets here at one of the last buildings constructed by the British before the Revolutionary War. You will hear about the original walled city and who were held in the old dungeon. You'll also hear about a presidential visit in which one founding father danced with more than 200 of Charleston's ladies.
20m

We will stroll along cobblestone streets in the historic French Quarter and hear stories of fires, earthquakes, wars, presidential visits, and learn about life in early Charleston
20m

You will walk down historic and beautiful Meeting Street and view the many mansions, window boxes and gardens along this charming street. You will hear stories about some of the famous residents and learn unique aspects of Charleston's architecture.
Battery & White Point Gardens
20m

You will hear stories of pirates, epic battles and daring escapes while strolling in the shade of live oaks in one of the most beautiful parks in the South and along the sea wall of the Battery.
Rainbow Row
15m

The tour concludes along Rainbow Row right by the starting point. See the colorful homes that make up the largest stretch of colonial era buildings in the United States. Take photos and make memories that will last a lifetime in one of Americas most charming streets.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The north end of the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon in the shade under an Oak Tree. The intersection is Broad St. and East Bay St.

Parking can be found at the East Bay Garage at 25 Prioleau Street, 1 block away from the meeting area.

Public restrooms in garage.

Please bring bottled water.

End point

The north end of the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon in the shade under an Oak Tree. The intersection is Broad St. and East Bay St.

Parking can be found at the East Bay Garage at 25 Prioleau Street, 1 block away from the meeting area.

Public restrooms in garage.

Please bring bottled water.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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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