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

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $23.00

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $23.00

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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)

LCFtraveller

Apr 2017

Booked the 2 hour Highlights of Charleston tour with Oyster Point and William (tour company owner?) was our guide. He was refreshingly frank about Charleston's history of slavery and its impact on the development of the area. He offered a unique perspective on the way the economy of the area developed (thrived and then cratered) but he seemed to like to hear himself talk more than showing all the sites of the area. Fortunately we had taken another walking tour with Charleston Footprints the day before so we didn't feel like we missed out on seeing things like the Nathaniel Lewis house, and the insides of both St. Michael's and St. Peter's church. William was very knowledgeable and recommend he offer more insightful tidbits - like details of the horticulture around the city - rather than waiting for people to ask questions. Overall I felt it was a worthwhile and insightful tour but if you are looking for just a 2 hour overview of the City than think the Charleston Footprints was better.

Julie B

Apr 2017

Bill was an amazing host. His grasp of the religious and historical points of interest during our walking tour managed to keep us engaged the entire way. Great way to learn more about Charleston.

Harry1223

Mar 2017

We just returned from Charleston where we enjoyed a walking history tour with Bill. Our tour was 'Civil War and Secession' which has unfortunately been discontinued moving forward. It's a shame, because it was a great tour and a very interesting. I can't imagine a more knowledgable guide than Bill. He was excellent - very thorough and detailed history, yet interesting and open to questions. Next time we're back, I would definitely tour with this company again.