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)

jammer

Jun 2019

Our concierge recommended Oyster Point Tours, and so glad she did. Bill was our guide, and there were only four on our tour, which made it so personal. He knows everything about the city. The two hours went by so quickly and we learned so much. He is a very academic person, but made the tour so much fun with his personal anecdotes. We saw a lot of large tours go by, but were so glad we chose this one with the personal touch.

Paula D

Jun 2019

This was not our first time in Charleston, and we had done other walking tours in the past. This tour was,by far, the best tour we have taken. Palmer is amazing. She is so knowledgeable about the history and architecture of the city. The tour is 2 hours, but it goes so quickly. Palmer has a way of capturing ones interest immediately which makes the tour outstanding. The pace is perfect. You don't want to miss it

Climber33038450919

Jun 2019

This tour is the perfect way to see Charleston. Our tour guide Palmer was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Learned more about the history of Charleston in two hours than I ever thought possible! Highly recommend!