Charleston in Comfort: A Small Group City Tour

4.8 (38 reviews) Charleston, USA
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Experience Charleston on a relaxed 1.5-hour small-group city tour designed for comfort and storytelling. Tours are limited to just 12 guests, offering a more personal experience than the large tour buses commonly seen around the city.

Travel through Charleston’s most iconic neighborhoods with a knowledgeable local guide who brings the city’s history to life. See Rainbow Row, the waterfront mansions along The Battery, the oak-lined streets of South of Broad, the French Quarter, historic churches, cobblestone alleys, and the College of Charleston campus. You will also pass the Four Corners of Law, one of the city’s most significant landmarks.

Routes and sites visited may vary daily due to traffic, weather, or special events. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors, couples, and travelers seeking a smooth, informative overview of Charleston in a smaller group setting.

What's included

  • Professional tour guide/driver
  • All taxes and fees
  • True small-group experience
  • Climate controlled transportation
  • Charleston sightseeing tour in a luxurious Sprinter van
  • Gratuities
  • Food or drinks
  • Custom pick-ups

What to expect

  1. St. Michael's Church
    Pass by
    Charleston's oldest church. It is incredibly historic and beautiful.
  2. Charleston City Market
    Pass by
    The market is one of Charleston's most popular destinations. It was a former meat and farmers market. It is now a hotspot for shopping and tourism. It is filled with shops, restaurants, bars and sweetgrass baskets.
  3. Rainbow Row
    Pass by
    Rainbow Row is one of the most picturesque places in the entire city. It is a row of houses that are painted in beautiful pastel colors in the charming neighborhood known as South of Broad.
  4. St. Philip's Anglican Church
    Pass by
    Saint Philip's Church is Charleston's oldest congregation and most recognized church building. With a plethora of history and architectural beauty it truly stands out.
  5. Battery & White Point Gardens
    Pass by
    Charleston's most beautiful public park. The battery is a former defense for Charleston during the Civil War. It is now a memorial park and the former location of pirate executions.
  6. Edmondston-Alston House
    Pass by
    The only waterfront house museum in Charleston. This iconic and historic house is situated near the sea wall and overlooks the Charleston harbor.
  7. College of Charleston
    Pass by
    The college of Charleston is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in America dating back to 1770. The campus is historic and aesthetically pleasing.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour departs from the Charleston Visitors Center at 375 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29464. Boarding starts at 12:15pm on the bus shed side of the Charleston Visitors Center. There is paid parking on site.

End point

The tour departs from the Charleston Visitors Center at 375 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29464. Boarding starts at 12:15pm on the bus shed side of the Charleston Visitors Center. There is paid parking on site.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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