Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

Charleston, US
97% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (5022 reviews)

Highlights

  • Discover the hidden history of Charleston
  • Explore the charming streets of the historic district
  • Visit the famous Rainbow Row and antebellum mansions
  • Enjoy panoramic views at Battery & White Point Gardens
  • Admission to the Powder Magazine Museum included

Meeting Point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time. All tours begin on time. Because there are multiple tour guides leaving from this location, please contact us directly if there are members of your group booked under a different name that you need to be together with.

Meeting point

80 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401 , United States

End point

End Point

The end location will vary depending on the guide and route taken, but they will always walk you back to the start if requested.

Meeting point

Charleston, SC 29401 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

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".

Duration 15 minutes
2

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**

Duration 45 minutes
3

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.***

Duration 10 minutes
4

Battery & White Point Gardens

Explore the residential area "South of Broad" including the Battery with views over the water to Fort Sumter.

Duration 30 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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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Comfortable walking shoes and a water bottle are strongly advised
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    This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please check the forecast prior to the tour.
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    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.
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    Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
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    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
Provided by Walks of Charleston

What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Bring a water bottle, few spots to buy.
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    Check weather before your tour.
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    Visit the Powder Magazine Museum.
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    Explore nearby restaurants after the tour.

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