Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour

Overview

Our two hour Highlights of Charleston walking tour guides guests through the historic French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods of downtown Charleston. Along the way, your guide will describe the long history, unique culture, architecture, and geography of Charleston and the greater lowcountry area, painting a detailed picture of how Charleston's tumultuous past formed the city now beloved by travelers the world over. You'll view some of the city's oldest houses of worship, burial sites, theaters, the forts of Charleston harbor, and the antebellum mansions that look out across the waters of the Cooper and Ashley rivers, among many other historic and picturesque sites. Our guides also offer their expert advice on other activities, restaurants, and bars for guests to explore once they've finished their tour.

City: Charleston

Mon 07 Oct

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Starting at $23.00

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Mon 07 Oct

Starting at $23.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Tour Guide

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Guests are responsible for bringing their own sun protection (sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, parasols) and rain gear
We HIGHLY recommend guests bring bottled water. It is not always available for purchase on the route
We ask guests to check in at the meeting location 5-10 mins prior to tour time. We cannot hold for latecomers.

What To Expect

St. Philip's Church

View the historic church of the longest-meeting congregation in Charleston.

French Huguenot Church

View the only church of its denomination in North America

Pink House Gallery

View the oldest private residence in Charleston

Old Slave Mart Museum

View the only museum dedicated to the history of the enslaved in Charleston

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

View the pre-Revolutionary heart of economic Charleston

Rainbow Row

View the most photographed sight in Charleston

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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 (1000)

Anna M

Dec 2019

A unique perspective and a very entertaining tour with a mix of history and modern. I liked the relaxed atmosphere.

CincyVballref

Dec 2019

As this was our first visit to Charleston we chose this walking tour to do on our first day in Charleston. We chose this tour based on the reviews here on Tripadvisor. There is a reason that with 1180 reviews 98% gave it a 5 Star rating. Our Guide Palmer, is a charismatic young lady who held our attention the entire tour. There was only 4 of us on the tour so we probably had more interaction then with a larger group. Palmer took us to many of the key points that one would need to see to get a general historical point of reference for Charleston. Her knowledgeable insight to aspects of history, architecture and the life of Charleston's population during the Antebellum period was excellent. If you take just one tour of Charleston THIS IS THE ONE

Donald G

Dec 2019

This tour was the first day of our first visit to Charleston and we couldn’t have enjoyed it more! Bill is a trained historian and his knowledge of Charleston was amazing. He also described the places and events in context so it made sense. I have already ordered one of the books he recommended on the history of the city! If you go to Charleston, we highly recommend this tour, and make sure Bill is your guide.