Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

4.9 (7,047 reviews) Charleston, USA
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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Every corner of Charleston hides a world of history. Join us as your guide shares with you hundreds of years of stories, history, and local knowledge. This is a relaxing 2-hour stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district including the French Quarter and the residential area "South of Broad", all the while learning about the people and events that shaped Charleston.

What's included

  • Explore the residential area "South of Broad"
  • Learn about the history and events that shaped Charleston
  • 2-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour of Historic Charleston
  • Several popular points of interest including Rainbow Row
  • Explore notable sites in the French Quarter
  • Stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district
  • Professional & Licensed Local Guide
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Charleston City Hall
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    The tour will begin in front of City Hall which is one of the pillars of the "Four Corners of Law" which also includes the Courthouse, the Post Office and St Michaels Church at the intersection of Meeting Street and Broad Street. From here you will explore many notable sites in the French Quarter and the residential area "South of Broad".
  2. 45m
    Stops on the tour will vary but you can generally expect to see notable sites in the French Quarter including the Dock Street Theatre, St Philips Church, The Slave Mart Museum, The Powder Magazine, the French Huguenot Church and the Pink House as well as many others.
    **Please note that stops on the tour may vary**
  3. Rainbow Row
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Learn the history behind the famous Rainbow Row, one of the most photographed sites in Charleston. Rainbow Row is located in the "South of Broad" neighborhood which we will explore and includes many historically significant homes including the antebellum mansions located along the famous "Battery".
    ***Please note that stops along the tour may vary.***
  4. Battery & White Point Gardens
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Explore the residential area "South of Broad" including the Battery with views over the water to Fort Sumter. Please note that the tour will not cover the entire length of the Battery and stops along will vary per guide.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Important! Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. All tours begin on time and it is not guaranteed that you will find the guide if you arrive after the tour starts. If you arrive late, please call us.

End point

The end location will vary depending on the guide and route taken, but they will always walk you back to the start if requested.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Comfortable walking shoes and a water bottle are strongly advised
  • This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please check the forecast prior to the tour.
  • Please contact us directly if members of your group are booked under a different name so that we can assign you all to the same tour guide.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time as all tours begin promptly
  • Water is not provided and there are very few places to purchase water along the tour, so please bring a water bottle especially during the summer months
  • Please use the restroom prior to the tour as there are no public restrooms along the tour route

Cancellation policy

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

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