Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

Travel back in time to discover one of America’s most historic cities—Charleston, South Carolina—on this guided walking tour. Visit points of interest including Charleston City Hall; the Dock Street Theatre, America’s first theatre; the Old Exchange Building, South Carolina's most historic building; White Point Garden, in the heart of Charleston’s historic district with a spectacular view of Fort Sumter, and many more.

Take a walking tour of Charleston, South Carolina
Visit many of the city’s historic points of interest
Enjoy a great view of Fort Sumter
Fun for the entire family

What To Expect

Charleston City Hall

The tour will begin in front of City Hall which is one of the pillars of the “Four Corners of Law” which also includes the Courthouse, the Post Office and St Michaels Church at the intersection of Meeting Street and Broad Street. From here you will explore many notable sites in the French Quarter and the residential area “South of Broad”.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

French Quarter

Stops on the tour will vary but you can generally expect to see notable sites in the French Quarter including the Dock Street Theatre, St Philips Church, The Slave Mart Museum, The Powder Magazine, the French Huguenot Church and the Pink House as well as many others.
**Please note that stops on the tour may vary**
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rainbow Row

Learn the history behind the famous Rainbow Row, one of the most photographed sites in Charleston. Rainbow Row is located in the “South of Broad” neighborhood which we will explore and includes many historically significant homes including the antebellum mansions located along the famous “Battery”.
***Please note that stops along the tour may vary.***
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Battery & White Point Gardens

Explore the residential area “South of Broad” including the Battery with views over the water to Fort Sumter.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Comfortable walking shoes and a water bottle are strongly advised
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please check the forecast prior to the tour.
Please contact us directly if members of your group are booked under a different name so that we can assign you all to the same tour guide.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
Water is not provided and there are very few places to purchase water along the tour, so please bring a water bottle especially during the summer months
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Include

2-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour of Historic Charleston
Professional & Licensed Local Guide
Stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district
Learn about the history and events that shaped Charleston
Explore notable sites in the French Quarter
Several popular points of interest including Rainbow Row
Explore the residential area “South of Broad”
Admission to the Powder Magazine Museum is included with the price of your walking tour

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