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

Thu 03 Oct

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Starting at $23.00

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Thu 03 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)

Rayt777

Jul 2019

A must do again, only because there's just too much information. William was superb; he was a not only a fantastic historian - knowing anything and everything about Charleston, but a passionate and amusing tour guide. Highly recommend William. You will not be disappointed.

Thomas C

Jun 2019

My dad and I came to Charleston to go kitesurfing and decided to take a walking tour on our extra day. We both agreed that this tour was the highlight of our trip, above the kitesurfing. Bill knows to to keep history interesting and can hold your attention across the entire tour. He’s incredibly knowledgeable and explained the “why”’s rather than just give facts. You need to take the tour, take the damn tour.

RyanFitz6

Jun 2019

Palmer was an EXCELLENT tour guide for us today. She was very knowledgeable about the city, able to answer every question we had for her. She provided an energetic and interesting tour, tailored to our interests. She takes care to put us in the shade and gave us a few AC and bathroom breaks. She also provided great recommendations on restaurants, area attractions, etc. I’d highly recommend Palmer’s tour—it was excellent!