HISTORY WALKING TOURS IN CHARLESTON
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 history walking tours in Charleston justify the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes.
Explore Charleston’s French Quarter, Rainbow Row, and White Point Garden on a two-hour guided walk with local history and practical tips.
“Really informative, lots of history and information on architecture, why houses were designed like they were, famous people who lived there, and so much more”
Explore Charleston’s hidden alleys, Rainbow Row, and historic districts on a two-hour small-group walk with a local guide.
“Our guide was so passionate and was committed to telling stories of unsung heroes. He also pointed out trees and plants. We had a few dog pet stops too.”
Explore Charleston with Citadel professor Eric Lager on a small-group walking tour covering the French Quarter, Civil War sites, and 400 years of history.
“This was the most informative tour we took in Charleston! Eric was engaging, knowledgeable, a wonderful storyteller and so willing to answer questions. The time and walking steps flew by as he gave us so much historical, political, religious, and architectural information and insights into life in Charleston.”
Explore Charleston’s Old Walled City on a two-hour history walk with local guides, churches, colonial homes, legends, and practical sightseeing tips.
“Very interesting and informative introduction to Savannah history and historic sites by an informed local.”
Review of Charleston’s two-hour historic walking tour, with Rainbow Row, the Battery, churches, gardens, Powder Magazine, and practical tips.
“You will be standing and walking for 2 hours. The guide was very knowledgeable and informative about Charleston. It is a worthwhile tour. I am so glad we did it.”
Explore Charleston’s historic center, secret alleys, wrought iron gates, and landmark interiors on this engaging 90-minute walking tour.
“We learned a lot of history along with the stories of Charleston's buildings”
Walk Charleston’s historic streets, learn its drinking and Prohibition past, and stop at two historic bars on this small-group tour.
“My friends and I had a fantastic tour with Captain Bryan. He told the history of CHS while covering drinking and city history. He kept the group moving and laughing. He takes pride in his hometown’s history and is clearly very knowledgeable.”
Review of Charleston’s Old Walled City walking tour, covering historic churches, slavery, Civil War sites, architecture, guides, logistics, and value.
“We met with Bruce our tour guide, a native born Charleston gentleman. It was my husband and I and one other lovely woman from Westchester, NY. Bruce told us in advance he would be sharing his stomping grounds of where he grew up. We got such a great tour leading us down all sorts of secret walkways and alleys. A story with each stop that made each marker much more memorable. I would highly recommend the tour. We got to see parts of downtown Charleston that only a local could know about and share.”
Explore Charleston’s historic churches, homes, Rainbow Row, and Battery with a local guide, plus Powder Magazine admission, for $28.
“Great tour—if you can, book this tour with Mark Jones. He is incredibly knowledgable, funny and keeps the pace just right. We loved every minute!”
Review of Charleston’s small-group historic walking tour, with guide tips, route details, value, group size, and advice on who should book.
“We had a wonderful walking tour with Steve Bailey. He is a wealth of knowledge about Charleston. It was only our group of 4 on the tour so we were able to fully engage with Steve. Would definitely recommend this tour.”
Explore Charleston through the stories of remarkable women on this engaging two-hour walking tour with guide Jonathan Green.
“Jonathan was an amazing tour guide. He was enthusiastic and engaging during our walk around town. Loved hearing the different bits of history and of tales of historic women! Definitely recommend.”
Explore Charleston’s colonial streets, graveyards, churches, and famous corners with Citadel professor Eric Lager in a small three-hour walk.
“Eric was very interesting and knowledgeable. The group is limited to 12 people and lasts three hours. During that time, he tells a great deal of Charleston history in an engaging manner. Highly recommend.”
Explore Charleston’s French Quarter, historic bars, hidden alleys, and Prohibition stories on a lively two-hour walking tour.
“This was a personalized experience with a knowledge guide. 2 hours was a good amount of time for the activity which started and ended with a beer.”
Review of Charleston’s $27 history and architecture walking tour, with Rainbow Row, Pineapple Fountain, expert guides, tips, and practical details.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. She made the history come alive with stories of the people and places behind the development.”
Review of Charleston’s small-group historic walking tour, with Battery views, Civil War stories, architecture, pricing, and practical tips.
“The day was just gorgeous and Mike was so knowledgeable. We appreciated his commitment to get the facts correct, and loved his stories!!”
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