Gray Line Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

4.5 (1,419 reviews) Charleston, USA
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Duration1h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

On this historical Charleston tour, journey back in time as your guide reveals the beauty and charm of one of America's most historic cities. Learn about the history of Charleston and discover its pivotal role in American history with visits to more than 100 points of interest including Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens. Upgrade to include a visit to the restored Joseph Manigault House, an early 19th-century plantation home or the Charleston Museum.

Options

Bus Tour & Charleston Museum

City Tour & Charleston Museum: UPGRADE: This option includes Charleston City Bus Tour with Admission to the Charleston Museum.

City Bus Tour Only

City Bus Tour: This is the Historical Sightseeing Bus Tour only - other check-out options also include Admission to the Joseph Manigault House.

Bus Tour & Joseph Manigault

Tour & Joseph Manigault Combo: UPGRADE: This is the Historical Sightseeing Bus Tour with Admission included to the Joseph Manigault House.

What's included

  • Optional upgrade to include Admission to Charleston Museum
  • 90-minute Narrated Historic Mini-Coach Tour of Charleston
  • Optional upgrade to include Admission to Joseph Manigault House
  • Professional Driver/Guide
  • See over 100 Points of Interest including Rainbow Row, Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

  1. Gray Line of Charleston
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy a guided tour of Charleston by mini-coach and learn about the city’s significant history. With your professional guide, explore the former city walls; visit the famous Battery Waterfront district; and stop at Charleston’s picturesque Battery Sea Wall for closer views of Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter and Patriots Point.

    This tour will entertain you with more than 300 years of Charleston’s rich history, from the American Revolution to the Civil War and beyond. Learn from your guide about the city’s pivotal role in America's history with visits to famous sites such as Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens.

    You'll also see St Phillips Episcopal Church, the Public Market and more than 100 other points of interest. It's a great comprehensive overview of this charming historical city!

    Upgrade: Charleston Tour with a visit to the Joseph Manigault House:Upgrade your tour to include a visit to the restored Joseph Manigault House, a historic Charleston home constructed in 1803. Designed by architect Gabriel Manigault for his brother, Joseph, this 3-story, Federal-style brick townhouse reflects the lifestyle of the wealthy 19th-century rice-planting family and slaves who lived there. Explore this National Historic Landmark with your guide and discover why it’s considered one of the city’s most elegant and historically significant buildings in the city.
  2. Joseph Manigault House
    Admission ticket included
    Visit the Joseph Manigault House (if upgrade option purchased at checkout)
  3. The Charleston Museum
    Admission ticket included
    Admission included to the Charleston Museum (if upgrade option purchased at checkout)
  4. St. Philip's Anglican Church
    Pass by
    See St Philips Church
  5. Charleston City Market
    Pass by
    See Old Market
  6. Pass by
    See Four Corners of Law
  7. Rainbow Row
    Pass by
    See Rainbow Row
  8. Battery & White Point Gardens
    Pass by
    See Battery & White Point Gardens
  9. Colonial Lake
    Pass by
    See Colonial Lake
  10. Aiken-Rhett House
    Pass by
    Historic home located in downtown Charleston
  11. Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
    Pass by
    See Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Tour departs from Charleston Visitor's Center

End point

Tour departs from Charleston Visitor's Center

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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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