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Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel

Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel

Overview

Unlike many tour companies in town that allow up to 20 people in each group, my Charleston tour is guaranteed to have no more than 12. The most unique aspect of my tour is the high level of historical professionalism that I deliver to my guests. Earning a Ph.D. in history meant spending thousands of hours reading and researching primary sources in the South Carolina archives. I use the knowledge that I have obtained from that hard work and pass it off to you on the tour. Because I limit the number of guests to 12 and offer a tour that is 45 minutes longer than most in town, you will receive a degree of exclusivity and historical depth that is far greater than what is offered by the larger tour companies in Charleston.

City: Charleston

Mon 15 Dec

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Starting at $40.00

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Mon 15 Dec

Starting at $40.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

All Fees and Taxes

Additional Info

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 poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Dock Street Theater

Learn about the first theatre built in North America and the infamous characters associated with it's history.

Pink House Gallery

One of the oldest buildings in Charleston, circa 1712

Washington Square

Historic square in Charleston with multiple monuments.

Charleston City Hall

Learn about the evolution of this beautiful building that once served as a meat market and bank before becoming City Hall

Charleston County Courthouse

Learn about what was once the old South Carolina statehouse.

St. Michael's Church

Learn about the fascinating history of Charleston's oldest church edifice, completed in 1761.

Heyward-Washington House

See where George Washington stayed while visiting Charleston in 1791.

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

See the last public building built by the British in North America and where the Constitution was ratified in 1788.

French Huguenot Church

Learn about the rich history of French Huguenot's in Charleston and the first church built in the Gothic Revival style.

Fort Sumter National Monument

See where the first shots of the Civil War were fired! We do not go out to the fort, we take a look at it from the Battery on Charleston Harbor.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (926)

Tom_H

Mar 2025

Eric is the perfect Charleston tour guide. If you plan to visit Charleston, start your trip with Eric as your guide. You’ll love the tour and learn more than you thought was possible. Highly recommend!

newyorker436

Mar 2025

Highly recommend! Eric is an excellent guide. His knowledge and passion about the history of Charlestown is unparalleled. This is not a quick, 1/2 hour, hear a few headlines tour. The tour is intentionally run in small groups, runs longer than the others and will leave you with renewed interest and curiosity about one of the oldest and fascinating cities in America well after the tour is over.

Bridgette_P

Mar 2025

It was nice that his group size is up to 12 people max so you get to move through more places and learn more. He was amazing at answering questions and loved having you ask as many as you can. His background in history made it more informative and knowledgeable. Even are 12 and 14 year old sons told us how much they enjoyed this tour before we even asked them how they liked it. He also gives you great suggestions on what to do while visiting with the rest of your time in Charleston depending on what you’re looking for.