USA · WALKING TOURS IN CHARLESTON
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 11 walking tours in Charleston that repay the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before committing.
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.”
Ghosts of Charleston night walk with after-hours Unitarian Church Graveyard access, licensed guides, and a graveyard-only option.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our evening on this ghost tour! Our guide, Simon, was excellent, providing a captivating and detailed recounting of ghost stories sourced from a local author. His knowledge and presentation truly made the historical lore come alive. It’s important to note that this tour focuses more on local storytelling and history than outright frights—it wasn't spooky or scary, but the narrative quality was outstanding. A practical tip: The route involves walking through several low-lit areas with uneven cobblestone streets and walkways. Be sure to wear appropriate, comfortable shoes, and keep an eye on your footing! Highly recommended for anyone interested in Charleston's history an...”
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.”
Two-hour Charleston walk with a local historian through French Quarter, South of Broad, Rainbow Row, Slave Mart, and Old Exchange.
“Bill is a passionate and entertaining historian who has a deep knowledge of history and facts. You will not learn more about Charleston than on this tour. Best city walking tour we’ve been on!”
Haunted Booze and Boos in Charleston pairs a pirate guide, small-group walks, and bar stops with ghost stories for ages 21+.
“This tour was so much fun. Vanna was our hostess and she was such a vibrant interesting story teller. I learned so much from her and now I'm Charleston obsessed! It feels like every building, every corner, every tree has a story to tell. And Vanna is the gal to tell it.”
90-minute Charleston night ghost tour with Mike Brown. Chilling stories and photo visuals at spots like Poogan’s Porch and St. Philip’s Church.
“We had a great time in Charleston last week in October doing this walking tour. It was perfect to have an early dinner and then go for the tour.... plenty of spots to stop and sit, and the host even pointed out the bathroom options as we went along. He had tons of great stories about Charleston and knew SO much history. I'd do it again next time I visit!”
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!”
Savor Lowcountry classics on a 2.5-hour Charleston walking food tour with a small group, guided stops, and generous tastings for $110.50.
“Food was great and so was Jack. The staff and bartenders were terrific at each stop. Easy to find and lots of time afterwords to walk around.”
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.”
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