Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This 2-hour, walking tour explores Charleston's Historic District by visiting the streets of the French Quarter and the residential area "South of Broad". Hear the stories of Charleston's founding, see historic homes and churches and view the city architecture. Learn the story of this beautiful city—from its first settlers to today.
Explore the residential area "South of Broad"
Hear the tales of historic churches and view the city architecture
Learn about the history and events that shaped Charleston
Admission to the Powder Magazine Museum is included with your ticket. Visit at your leisure.
Explore Charleston's Historic District, including the French Quarter
Several popular points of interest including Rainbow Row
Stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district
2-Hour Charleston Historic Downtown Guided Walking Tour
Professional & Licensed Local Guide
Gratuities
Departure Point
80 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Please meet your tour guide outside City Hall on the corner of Meeting St and Broad St at the "Four Corners of Law"
Return Details
94 Battery Pl, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
The end point will vary depending on the guide and the route taken, but will only be a few blocks away from the start and the guide will always walk you back to the start if requested.
Charleston City Hall, Charleston, South Carolina, United States The tour will begin outside City Hall which is one of the pillars of the "Four Corners of Law" 10 minutes
Washington Square, Charleston, South Carolina, United States Learn about Washington Square Park 5 minutes
St. Michael's Church, Charleston, South Carolina, United States Learn about this historic Church where George Washington once worshipped. 10 minutes
Rainbow Row, Charleston, South Carolina, United States Learn the history of the famous houses along Rainbow Row. 10 minutes
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon, Charleston, South Carolina, United States Learn about the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon 5 minutes
Battery & White Point Gardens, Charleston, South Carolina, United States Stroll along the seawall and learn about the inhabitants of the stately Mansions along the "Battery". 15 minutes
The Powder Magazine, Charleston, South Carolina, United States Admission to the Powder Magazine Museum is included with the price of your walking tour. Visit at your leisure before or after the tour
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Water bottle and comfortable shoes recommended
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Bradley_S
11 Nov 2024
Guide had an in-depth knowledge of the area. He brought the past of Charleston to life. The 2-hour tour was the perfect amount of time.
Jennifer U
09 Nov 2024
Al was a great tour guide! His tour was full of great historical information and laughter - this guy was funny! I thoroughly enjoyed myself and did not want the tour to end. I highly suggest this tour to anyone visiting to Charleston.
paulcW1171MA
31 Oct 2024
Mark Jones was our guide and he was excellent. He cleverly mixed together plenty of interesting historical facts and amusing anecdotes with the more serious topics of slavery and its impact and consequences. Highly Recommend him.
This tour in
Charleston
is organized by
Lowcountry Walking Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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