USA · HISTORICAL TOURS IN CHARLESTON
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 12 historical tours in Charleston that repay the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before committing.
One-hour Charleston carriage tour for $50 with Belgian or Percheron draft horses, certified guides, and 30 blocks of churches, gardens, mansions.
“Very informational. The tours are always different. Very comfortable. Beautiful hoses. Runs on time. Educated tour guides”
Walk Charleston’s historic core with a licensed guide. City Hall, French Quarter, Rainbow Row, and Fort Sumter views, about 2 hours.
“It was a wonderful way to learn about the city! I highly recommend it! Our guide was knowledgeable and we felt like we really got to see more than you would walking around on your own.”
Horse-drawn carriage through historic Charleston from the Big Red Barn. See City Market, St. Philip’s Church, and the Custom House in 1 hour.
“Great service, welcoming and on time. The driver was incredible and we loved the route as well as all the information he provided.”
Charleston hidden alleys and landmarks on a 2-hour small-group walking tour, led by a licensed guide, from Old Exchange to Rainbow Row.
“My wife & I really enjoyed spending time learning about the history of Charleston. This was a great tour, reasonably priced & Coach Duggar was a great guide. Learned information that we never could have learned on our own.”
90-minute Charleston Harbor cruise on a 1920s steamer replica, live captain narration, Fort Sumter views, and snacks and drinks onboard.
“Very insightful and great information! Loved learning the history of the harbor.”
Charleston history walking tour led by The Citadel professor Eric Lager, small group, Civil War stops, Fort Sumter views, $40.
“Historically accurate and incredibly well-researched walking tour. Covers revolutionary and civil war histories. Eric was engaging and humourous. The three hours went by quickly. Highly recommend!”
A 1-hour horse-drawn carriage tour through downtown Charleston with live licensed commentary, classic landmarks, and a comfy way to get oriented.
“Our guide Donald was really good. He was hilarious but also had a ton of information. We even had people who had taken his tour yell out to us “Donald is the best!””
Chef-led Charleston food and wine walking tour with a 90-minute history walk, cooking demo, and three-course lunch with wine and recipes.
“Six of us met in Charleston for a girls weekend. From the very beginning, Chef Forrest ("Gump") set the tone with his warm, engaging personality—he is not only entertaining but also deeply knowledgeable about Charleston’s history, food, and culture. The walking portion of the tour was truly special. We explored lesser-known streets filled with stories that brought the city’s past to life. Chef wove together Charleston’s layered history with vivid detail, helping us appreciate the architecture and craftsmanship. This historical context gave us a much deeper understanding of how the city has evolved and why its culture is so unique today. The tour culminated in a beautifully prepared meal that...”
See 100+ Charleston landmarks on a 90-min air-conditioned bus tour. Pass the Battery, Rainbow Row, and Old Market with local stories.
“The guide was very knowledgeable about Charleston history, its neighborhoods and the governmental zoning and codes necessary to maintain the architectural character of the city. It was well worth the time and money.”
Charleston Old Walled City Walking Tour, 2 hours with a local guide. See churches, colonial homes, Rainbow Row, and the disasters that shaped it.
“Bruce was a fantastic guide with vast knowledge and insights about Charleston.”
2-hour guided walk through Charleston’s walled city with church and colonial stops, plus disaster stories and local insight from $31.
“Tour was outstanding thanks to Alfie, our guide, a native Charlestonian who has been guiding tours since 1982. He was so knowledgeable — not only did we learn a lot but were thoroughly entertained, I will request Alfie next time we are in Charleston with quests.”
A 90-minute Charleston walking tour with expert guides, 3 secret alleys, and interior visits to famed landmarks, plus Rainbow Row and City Market.
“Our guide, Jaxson, was young, funny, and engaging. He did a good job keeping things moving while spending enough time to elaborate on features of the tour.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
