Charleston History and Architecture Walking Tour

Charleston, US
98% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (58 reviews)

Highlights

  • Immersive history and architecture tour
  • Expert architectural historian tour guides
  • Iconic and colorful Rainbow Row homes
  • Historic Unitarian Church for great photo ops
  • Scary stories and colonial history at Old City Jail

Meeting Point

Your guide will meet you underneath the awning in front of the Charleston Tours & Activities windows. Our guides typically arrive ~15 minutes in advance so if you arrive before that please be patient. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early if possible to get checked in.

Meeting point

195 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Pineapple Fountain

\Pineapple shaped fountain that is great for photo ops!

Duration 10 minutes
2

Rainbow Row

This iconic landmark and historic street consists of 13 privately-owned Antebellum homes, each one painted in pastel colors.

Duration 20 minutes
3

Unitarian Church in Charleston

Admire its architecture and history, and get more great photo ops!.

Duration 20 minutes
4

Twenty-one Magazine

Great scary stories, history and architecture.

Duration 20 minutes
5

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

Learn about Charleston's colonial history and architecture.

Duration 20 minutes
6

Philadelphia Alley

Also known as "duelers alley" - such a cool spot for architecture and photos.

Duration 20 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Charleston Tours

What our experts say

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    Arrive 10 minutes early to check in.
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    Don't miss the photo ops at Pineapple Fountain.
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    Consider visiting nearby Waterfront Park.
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    Try local cuisine at Husk restaurant after.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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