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 26 Sep

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Starting at $23.00

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Thu 26 Sep

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)

James M

Apr 2018

My wife & I really enjoyed our tour with Palmer, whose knowledge of Charleston & its lore makes for an exceptionally interesting two hours. Highly recommended!

ashevillemama2017

Apr 2018

We we able to get a "spot" on this walking tour last minute as our plans and weather converged to make this a possibility. We hadn't read a review... hadn't even seen a website as someone else had just told us to call Oyster Point and gave us the number. Our tour guide William Harris was FABULOUS !!!! Brilliant man and great teacher. We went away from the tour feeling as if we really learned about Charleston. Loved the way he taught the information. BTW - NOT for young children - you really have to want to learn about Charleston and it's role in history.

jessicaswannie

Apr 2018

I am not one to write reviews, but this tour was the highlight of our trip to Charleston. Although we visit the city monthly, we finally learned the stories behind some of our favorite spots. Our guide was absolutely incredible -- theatrical, excited, and so knowledgeable about the city. Not only did we learn the facts, but also the fun tidbits. We did quite a bit of research before choosing a history tour, and we could not have been happier with our selection. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore the city and its history.