Charleston Self-Guided Walking Tour Landmarks with Audio & Quiz

Duration2h - 2h 30m

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore Charleston at your own pace on a self-guided walking tour that lives entirely on your smartphone — no app to download and no physical guide required. A clear map links 9 essential landmarks, from the historic Mother Emanuel AME Church to the pastel facades of Rainbow Row and the harbor views of The Battery, with simple directions between each stop.

At every location, short audio stories bring Charleston's history and culture to life, and an interactive quiz lets you test what you've learned. Walk solo or team up with friends in multiplayer mode, start and pause whenever you like, and take as long as you want. All you need is a charged smartphone with internet and a comfortable pair of shoes.

What's included

Self-guided tour on your smartphone, APP not needed!
Audioguide with quizzes about each point of interest along the tour

A physical guide (the tour is accessible on your smartphone)
Access offline. Internet needed on your phone

What to expect

Mother Emanuel AME Church
Pass by

A historic African Methodist Episcopal church, one of the oldest AME congregations in the American South and a landmark of Charleston's African American history. Audio storytelling shares its significance as you take in the exterior.
Charleston City Market
Pass by

A historic public market stretching several city blocks, long a hub of Charleston commerce and known today for local vendors and the region's celebrated sweetgrass basket weavers.
Philadelphia Alley
Pass by

A quiet cobblestone lane in Charleston's French Quarter, once known as a dueling ground and today one of the city's most atmospheric walkways.
St. Philip's Anglican Church
Pass by

One of Charleston's oldest congregations, its tall white steeple a defining landmark on the skyline of the "Holy City."
Old Slave Mart Museum
Pass by

A museum housed in a building once used for slave auctions, preserving the history of the domestic slave trade in Charleston. The audio narration approaches this difficult chapter of American history with care and respect as you view the site from the street.
Pineapple Fountain
Pass by

A landmark fountain in Waterfront Park shaped like a pineapple, the classic symbol of Southern hospitality, with sweeping views over the Cooper River.
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
Pass by

A grand colonial-era customs house whose cellar dungeon once held prisoners, including pirates and patriots, and stands as a witness to Charleston's Revolutionary history.
Rainbow Row
Pass by

A celebrated row of pastel-colored Georgian townhouses along East Bay Street, one of Charleston's most photographed and iconic streetscapes.
Battery & White Point Gardens
Pass by

A waterfront park at the southern tip of the peninsula, lined with grand antebellum mansions, historic cannons, and sweeping views across Charleston Harbor toward Fort Sumter.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start your self-guided tour at the entrance of Mother Emanuel AME Church. Open our App experience nearby and follow the route on your smartphone.

End point

The tour ends near The Battery & White Point Garden. Take a moment to enjoy the area before finishing your walk.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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.

From

€7.00 per person

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