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

Sun 22 Sep

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Starting at $23.00

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Sun 22 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)

Jnietupski3

May 2017

We met our guide Coach at the US Customs house. We were exceptionally lucky because he was an amazing tour guide and we only had one other couple in the tour with us, so it felt like an incredibly personal tour of Charleston. I'd request him for your tour. He was extremely knowledgeable in all of the architectural styles and how they related to the history of Charleston. The tour was a gentle pace but heed their advice, a hat, comfortable shoes and plenty of water. If you are new to Charleston and want a good overview this is the place to start.

Ralph S

May 2017

We bought was an almost three hour walking tour from Oyster Point Tours led by the owner Bill Harris. This was the highpoint of our trip. He’s a historian with a passion for the history of Charleston and his non-stop talk was most engaging. If you want to know the unvarnished history of Charleston take a walk around town with Bill Harris. Wear comfortable shoes and be in good shape.

hillisparker

May 2017

2 hours of enjoyable walking seeing all the beauty and charm of Charleston. We started out at the steps of the Charleston Custom House on E Bay St and walked up and down streets. Saw beautiful homes from the different eras of history. Visited a beautiful restored theatre that still brings in plays. Our, host, Coach, was very knowledgeable of the history of Charleston. Would definitely recommend this Tour Company to my friends. If visiting during the summer months I would definitely schedule the earliest time available.